FPÖ and ÖVP Resume Coalition Talks Despite Disagreements
Earlier, significant disagreements had occurred, with the main point of contention being the distribution of ministerial posts.
FPÖ-ÖVP Coalition in Doubt as Talks Enter ‘Difficult Phase’
The coalition negotiations between the two parties have reportedly reached a standstill, with key issues still unresolved.
Thousands Rally in Vienna Against FPÖ Coalition Negotiations
The timing of the protest coincided with the 25th anniversary of Austria’s first ÖVP-FPÖ coalition, inaugurated on 4 February 2000.
SPÖ Wins Linz Mayoral Election, ÖVP Dominates Lower Austria
The result in Linz means the city has been governed by the SPÖ without interruption since 1945.
Schallenberg Urges Unity in First Speech as Interim Leader
In his speech, Schallenberg stressed the importance of safeguarding Austria’s democracy and reaffirmed its commitment to the EU.
SPÖ Loses Majority in Burgenland as FPÖ Rises to Second Place
With the SPÖ’s loss of its majority in Burgenland, no federal state in Austria is now governed by a single party.
Vienna City Elections Set for 27 April
The vote, initially scheduled for autumn, was brought forward as the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) edges closer to taking control of Austria’s national government.
FPÖ-ÖVP: Savings Plan to Abolish Klimabonus and Education Leave
Key measures in the package include scrapping the climate bonus and education leave, while raising federal fees.
FPÖ and ÖVP Agree on Budget with Major Public Spending Cuts
The budget plan aims to avoid an EU deficit procedure without introducing tax increases, relying instead on cuts to public spending.
Linz Mayoral Race Headed to a Runoff: SPÖ vs. FPÖ
Voter turnout came in at just 42.2 percent, significantly lower than the 57.5 percent recorded in 2021.