Christian Stocker Sworn in as Austria’s New Chancellor

The conservative leader forms a pro-European coalition, sidelining the far-right party despite its electoral victory.

Christian Stocker, a 64-year-old conservative and former lawyer, has been sworn in as Austria's new chancellor after months of complex negotiations.
Stocker’s coalition includes the conservative ÖVP, the Social Democrats, and the liberal NEOS, marking Austria’s first tripartite government since 1949.
The far-right FPÖ, which won the most votes in the September elections, has been pushed into opposition after failing to secure a coalition deal.
The new government has pledged pro-European policies, measures to address immigration, and reforms to strengthen Austria’s rule of law, including the creation of a federal prosecutor’s office.
Stocker faces significant challenges ahead, including tackling inflation, immigration issues, and maintaining political stability during a period of geopolitical uncertainty.