Austria's Coalition Government Formation

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
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.

Key Points

  • Coalition formed by center-right, liberal, and center-left parties
  • Program includes tax increases, spending cuts, and immigration curbs
  • Aim to bring budget deficit within EU limit and prevent infighting

Pros

  • Formation of a stable coalition government without the far-right Freedom Party
  • Program includes measures to address budget deficit and immigration issues

Cons

  • Pressure on the coalition to deliver results and avoid infighting
  • Criticism from the far-right Freedom Party leader