Vienna Opera Ball to Honour Johann Strauss on 200th Anniversary
One familiar face missing from this year’s ball will be construction magnate Richard Lugner, who passed away in August aged 91.
ÖVP and SPÖ ‘In Talks’ as Austria’s Political Future Remains Open
The two establishment parties are reportedly back at the negotiating table after the FPÖ ended its bid to form a government.
FPÖ and ÖVP Leaders Say Talks Will Continue Despite Tensions
Speculation had been mounting that the talks were on the verge of breaking down, with key sticking points still unresolved.
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.
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.
Foreign Minister Schallenberg Appointed Interim Chancellor
The appointment comes just days after Karl Nehammer resigned as head of government following failed coalition talks.
FPÖ Invites ÖVP to Coalition Talks
FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl hailed the start of a new political era as he invited the ÖVP to join him as a junior coalition partner.
FPÖ Tasked with Forming Government: Reactions
As the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) begins the process of forming Austria’s next government, the news has prompted a variety of reactions.
Van der Bellen Asks FPÖ to Form Government
The FPÖ was initially excluded from coalition talks, despite achieving a historic 29% of the vote in September’s parliamentary elections.
ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS Begin Formal Talks on Historic Coalition
The parties are beginning formal negotiations to form what could be Austria’s first three-party government coalition since 1945.
