Austria's far-right Freedom Party emerged as the victor in the September elections, yet a new ruling coalition has formed, excluding it from power. Conservative Christian Stocker has been inaugurated as chancellor, heading a coalition comprised of the Austrian People's Party, the Social Democrats, and the liberal Neos. This coalition comes after a five-month deadlock, facing various challenges such as rising unemployment and a recession. The coalition agreement promises to implement stricter asylum measures, while the formation process has been the longest since WWII, stirring hopes and optimism for its effectiveness among leaders.
"Good things come to those who wait. That is my hope in view of the many days it took to form this government," President Alexander Van der Bellen remarked, referencing the prolonged government formation process.
Stocker assumes the role of chancellor despite not having campaigned for the position, illustrating the complexities of Austria's political landscape following the elections.
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