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Traffic light coalition in danger: trust is dwindling, conflict is imminent!
The traffic light coalition in Austria is fighting for its majority. Tensions are hindering the formation of a government between the ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS.
Traffic light coalition in danger: trust is dwindling, conflict is imminent!
The traffic light coalition in Austria faces serious challenges before it has even started government work. The results of a recent survey show that the ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS parties together only received 51% of the vote, while the FPÖ gained an impressive 33%. Against the background of these figures, negotiators are threatened with a dispute over key issues such as the budget, economy and taxes. These problems raise the question of whether the traffic light coalition can provide the necessary breakthrough for the challenges in the areas of digitalization and education. A quick clarification of these questions is urgently needed, as Ö24 noted.
Formation of a three-party coalition in sight?
The NEOS are interested in seeing the end of the traffic light government in Germany and could soon become part of a three-party coalition in Austria. Chairwoman Beate Meinl-Reisinger emphasizes that, in contrast to the FDP in Germany, NEOS stands for fresh ideas and emerged from a citizens' movement. While the FDP is perceived as an established party, NEOS sees itself as a political force of the new generation. Despite the challenges, NEOS is pleased with its position as the fourth strongest force in parliament, directly behind the FPÖ, ÖVP and SPÖ daily news reported.
The FPÖ, which is considered the winner of the last parliamentary election, is still faced with an unwillingness to cooperate. The government mandate currently lies with ÖVP leader Karl Nehammer, but the majority situation is tense. A majority for a three-party coalition, consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS, could have a decisive influence on the country's political course if NEOS is able to prevail with its economic policy orientation. According to political scientist Peter Filzmaier, the starting position for NEOS in Austria could actually be more advantageous than that of the FDP in Germany due to the similarities with the ÖVP. However, whether and how the traffic light coalition will ultimately be formed in Austria remains to be seen and requires the parties to act quickly in order not to further disappoint voters.