Austrian president to meet Freedom Party leader over government formation
Jan 6, 2025
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen said that he would meet the Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl on Monday to discuss the formation of a new government while the conservative People’s Party softened its stance, saying it is now open to talks with
Austrian President Urges Calm in Coalition Talks Following Far-Right Election Victory
Oct 3, 2024
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen has called on all parties in the newly elected parliament to engage in constructive coalition talks following the far-right Freedom Party’s electoral success. The Freedom Party achieved its first victory in the National Council, Austria’s lower house