Austria before turning? Political coalitions are on the brink!

Austria before turning? Political coalitions are on the brink!

In the middle of the political turbulence in Austria, Tyrol's ÖVP boss and governor, Anton Mattle, calls for a rapid government formation after the coalition negotiations between the ÖVP, SPÖ and Neos have failed. He explained that an "workable government" was necessary to "work for people in the country". The situation has also called on the freedom that demands the resignation of ÖVP boss Karl Nehammer and instead support a coalition with the FPÖ, as Markus Abwerzger from the FPÖ clarified. Abwerzger emphasized that the FPÖ had to be brought back into play and presented himself as the true winner of the National Council election, discussed as part of a New Year's start of the tourism industry, such as ORF TIROL reported.

political tug of war about government formation

The situation continues to escalate after Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen issued the government formation to Karl Nehammer. The NEOS immediately signaled their will for cooperation and demand honestly intended reforms. At the same time, FPÖ boss Herbert Kickl expresses his displeasure and describes the order to the ÖVP as a "slap in the face" for the freedom. Kickl emphasizes that the last word has not yet been spoken, while the free state parties show their resistance to developments in an orchestrated upswing. The Tyrolean FPÖ boss, Abwerzger, even argues that van der Bellen acts in part, which endangers the neutrality of the office, such as Kurier reported.

SPÖ boss Andreas Babler also spoke up and signaled his willingness to talk, but emphasizes that real changes must be a priority for the population. The prevailing demand in the political arena is that time is urging - the pressure increases on all parties to form a government capable of acting and to make pressing decisions as quickly as possible. In an increasingly tense political climate, it is unclear whether a quick consensus can be achieved that meets the needs of the population.