Austrian Chancellor Nehammer to resign after coalition talks collapse – POLITICO

In a statement on Saturday, Chancellor Nehammer announced the end of negotiations with the SPÖ due to disagreements on key issues like benefits, business, and taxes. Nehammer confirmed his resignation as chancellor and leader of the People’s Party to facilitate a smooth transition. The collapse of talks will likely benefit the Freedom Party, which topped the national election but has faced challenges forming a government due to other major parties’ refusal to cooperate.

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