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Thomas Hofer

Political analyst, Independent

2 articles · 27 February 2025 to 27 February 2025

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Described the coalition as an 'emergency cabinet' whose main message is simply that it is not Herbert Kickl.
Hofer described the three-way coalition as unlikely to cause major waves but warned the parties face huge problems, not least their declining popularity ratings.

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Austrian centrists seal coalition deal after record 151 days sidelining far right

The ÖVP, SPÖ and Neos have agreed a three-party government programme that avoids an EU deficit procedure, tightens asylum rules and names Christian Stocker chancellor, but the Neos membership must still approve it on Sunday.

Marek Jankowski27 February 20258 min read

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Austrian centrist parties seal coalition deal excluding far-right FPÖ

The ÖVP, SPÖ and Neos agree a 200-page programme after five months of deadlock, giving Christian Stocker a slim parliamentary majority but leaving the Freedom Party polling at 35 per cent.

Marek Jankowski27 February 20258 min read

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