Austria's new government: stability and compromises for the future!

On March 7, 2025, the new government coalition presented itself in the Austrian National Council after it was formed 159 days after the National Council election. In his speech, Chancellor Christian Stocker emphasized the importance of consensus and compromise and handed over a 211 -page work program. The new government, consisting of the ÖVP, SPÖ and the NEOS, wants to take a dedicated course for Austria with its program under the motto "Now do the right thing", which combines both proven and new approaches. In the speeches of the three party leader, the focus was on solutions for challenges such as illegal migration, economic relaxation and climate protection. According to ots.at

At the National Council meeting, twelve new MPs were also praised, including returnees and new faces that will enrich parliamentary life. With regard to the existing geopolitical situation, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger demanded an active foreign policy, while Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler emphasized that the government must tackle the challenges that are not only economic but also social in nature. The focus is on the distribution of the financial burdens on a broad shoulder to improve people's lives, which should take place in the youth through mandatory education and the expansion of social programs, as it became clear in the words of the Babler and Meinl-Reisinger. They put great confidence in the desired reforms.

violent criticism from the opposition

orf.at reported. The new government places the dialogue and a common solution at the center of its agenda, while the opposition continues to express skepticism.