ÖVP and SPÖ Begin Coalition Talks
Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer was tasked with forming a government by President Alexander Van der Bellen earlier this week.
Nehammer Accepts Mandate to Form New Government
Chancellor Karl Nehammer says the country needs “a stable federal government supported by a broad majority in parliament.”
Van der Bellen Delays Forming Government
Alexander Van der Bellen has met leaders of all five parliamentary parties, but it’s still unclear whom he’ll trust to form a government.
Van der Bellen Continues Talks on New Government
NEOS leader Beate Meinl-Reisinger and Green Party head Werner Kogler are meeting the president at Hofburg Palace on Tuesday for talks.
President Meets Party Leaders as Coalition Speculation Continues
The first to meet with Alexander Van der Bellen is Austrian Chancellor and ÖVP leader Karl Nehammer, followed by SPÖ leader Andreas Babler.
Kickl to Van der Bellen: FPÖ is Ready to Lead
On Friday, Kickl was the first party leader to meet with the Federal President following the National Council election.
Thousands Protest in Vienna Following FPÖ Election Victory
The stated aim of the protest was to send a clear message before coalition negotiations, urging against FPÖ involvement in government.
Austrian President Silent on Inviting FPÖ to Form a Government
Alexander Van der Bellen had earlier hinted that he might not automatically give Herbert Kickl the job, even if the FPÖ won.
Nehammer Supports FPÖ to Lead Coalition Talks
Speaking to journalists, the Austrian Chancellor stated that it is customary for the election winner to lead exploratory talks on forming a coalition.
FPÖ Victory Sparks Mixed Reactions
The FPÖ victory has sparked mixed reactions from political and cultural figures across Europe, from praise to condemnation.