2024-10-09 17:55:10
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Austria Faces Political Stalemate Post-Election
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Although the FPÖ won the election, President Van der Bellen refuses to give them the government mandate. This procedure is not laid down in the constitution, as the Austrian President has free rein here. Until a new government is formed, the ÖVP-Green coalition remains in office.
Deutsche Welle
Austria: No new government in sight for now
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According to the preliminary final result, the FPÖ became the strongest force in the National Council election in Austria. President Van der Bellen has called on the party leaders of the FPÖ, ÖVP and SPÖ to clarify possible cooperation, as Kickl only wants to cooperate as chancellor. Until a new cabinet is formed, the previous ÖVP-Green coalition under Chancellor Nehammer remains in office. The Austrian constitution gives the Federal President free rein here.
Deutsche Welle
Austria: No new government in sight for now
Politics
After the National Council election in Austria, Federal President Van der Bellen has changed the government formation. The strongest party FPÖ did not receive an order; ÖVP and SPÖ are to consult each other to clarify possible cooperation.
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Government formation in Austria: Federal President seeks 'clarity'
Politics
Austria's Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen in Vienna is seeking a government formation. The FPÖ as the election winner is rejected by the other parties. Possible coalition of ÖVP, SPÖ and a smaller party. The Federal President has more powers than in Germany, demands clarity and rejects exploratory talks.
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