Austria's Coalition Government Formation

Austria's three main centrist parties have reached a deal to form a coalition government without the far-right Freedom Party. The program includes tax increases, spending cuts, and immigration curbs. The coalition aims to bring the budget deficit within the EU limit and avoid action by Brussels.

Austrian Politics

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen announced a meeting with far-right politician Herbert Kickl amidst speculation of forming a new government. The Freedom Party, led by Kickl, is the winner of the recent election but faces challenges in coalition building.

Austrian Government Crisis

Austria's ruling conservatives are in crisis as attempts to form a coalition government without the far right have failed. Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigned, leaving the party in search for a successor amidst growing support for the far-right Freedom Party. Snap elections or forming a government with the far right are now the most likely options.