ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS Agree on Coalition Government
The coalition’s policy programme includes a budget consolidation plan, tougher asylum policies and housing reforms.
NEOS Expected to Rejoin Coalition Talks
It remains unclear how far the ÖVP and SPÖ are willing to accommodate NEOS demands, particularly on pension reform.
ÖVP and SPÖ Reach Budget Deal in Coalition Talks
It is unclear whether the agreement includes scrapping the climate bonus and education leave or raising the retirement age.
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 and ÖVP Leaders Meet President as Coalition Looks Unlikely
The meetings, reportedly held separately, follow the latest round of talks that appears to have yielded no results.
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.
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.
FPÖ and ÖVP Begin Coalition Talks
The prospect of an FPÖ-led government has sparked huge public outcry, including a large protest in Vienna on Thursday evening.