Conservatives and SPD take first steps towards forming new German governmentGermany's political landscape is shifting as Friedrich Merz calls for urgent coalition talks to revitalize the economy and address immigration issues.
Top economist calls for end to paid parental leave in GermanyClemens Fuest advocates for abolishing parental allowance, viewing it as unnecessary amidst budget constraints.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on MondayThe centre-right and centre-left parties in Germany are holding exploratory talks to form a Grand Coalition.
German election: CDU, SPD seek common ground DW 03/03/2025CDU and SPD are exploring coalition talks despite historical rivalry after ruling out the far-right party.
German election winner Merz starts government talksExploratory coalition talks in Germany indicate urgency to form a new government amid economic challenges.
German election: SPD ready for 'serious' talks with CDU DW 02/26/2025SPD seeks coalition talks with CDU for a functional government.
Conservatives and SPD take first steps towards forming new German governmentGermany's political landscape is shifting as Friedrich Merz calls for urgent coalition talks to revitalize the economy and address immigration issues.
Top economist calls for end to paid parental leave in GermanyClemens Fuest advocates for abolishing parental allowance, viewing it as unnecessary amidst budget constraints.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on MondayThe centre-right and centre-left parties in Germany are holding exploratory talks to form a Grand Coalition.
German election: CDU, SPD seek common ground DW 03/03/2025CDU and SPD are exploring coalition talks despite historical rivalry after ruling out the far-right party.
German election winner Merz starts government talksExploratory coalition talks in Germany indicate urgency to form a new government amid economic challenges.
German election: SPD ready for 'serious' talks with CDU DW 02/26/2025SPD seeks coalition talks with CDU for a functional government.
German election: CDU/CSU and SPD to begin preliminary talks DW 02/27/2025CDU/CSU and SPD begin exploratory talks to form a coalition government, with difficult negotiations anticipated due to ideological differences.
German election: Green's Baerbock wants to take back seat DW 03/05/2025Baerbock declines parliamentary leader role, prioritizing personal reasons; coalition talks progress between CDU/CSU and SPD.
German election: CDU/CSU and SPD to begin preliminary talks DW 02/27/2025CDU/CSU and SPD begin exploratory talks to form a coalition government, with difficult negotiations anticipated due to ideological differences.
German election: Green's Baerbock wants to take back seat DW 03/05/2025Baerbock declines parliamentary leader role, prioritizing personal reasons; coalition talks progress between CDU/CSU and SPD.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on FridayHundreds of flights cancelled at Munich and Hamburg airports due to a warning strike, urging passengers to check flight statuses.
German election: Merz meets Scholz to discuss transition DW 02/25/2025Friedrich Merz seeks a coalition with the SPD to navigate Germany's political landscape post-election.
German election: Merz to 'intensify' SPD coalition talks DW 02/25/2025Merz aims to finalize a coalition with the SPD quickly to address urgent national issues.
German election: Merz meets Scholz to discuss transition DW 02/25/2025Friedrich Merz seeks a coalition with the SPD to navigate Germany's political landscape post-election.
German election: Merz to 'intensify' SPD coalition talks DW 02/25/2025Merz aims to finalize a coalition with the SPD quickly to address urgent national issues.
New Austrian conservative leader ready for coalition talks with far rightAustria's conservatives are now open to coalition talks with the far-right Freedom Party after previous negotiations failed.
Austria's far-right leader to invite centre right for coalition talksAustria's far-right Freedom party aims to lead the government for the first time since WWII, indicating a shift in the country's political landscape.
Austrian liberal party quits coalition talks leaving negotiations in disarrayNeos party's exit complicates Austria's coalition talks, signaling instability for centrist alternatives and a growing influence of the far-right Freedom party.
Austria's far right eyes chancellor's office despite failed coalition talksHerbert Kickl's bid for chancellorship reflects rising far-right influence in Europe, despite the collapse of coalition talks with the ÖVP.
Austria: Centrist Neos party quits coalition talks DW 01/03/2025The Neos party's withdrawal from coalition talks signifies deeper political rifts and challenges in forming a new government in Austria.
Austria: Chancellor to resign after coalition talks collapse DW 01/04/2025Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigns after coalition talks fail, emphasizing the OVP's stance against anti-growth policies.
New Austrian conservative leader ready for coalition talks with far rightAustria's conservatives are now open to coalition talks with the far-right Freedom Party after previous negotiations failed.
Austria's far-right leader to invite centre right for coalition talksAustria's far-right Freedom party aims to lead the government for the first time since WWII, indicating a shift in the country's political landscape.
Austrian liberal party quits coalition talks leaving negotiations in disarrayNeos party's exit complicates Austria's coalition talks, signaling instability for centrist alternatives and a growing influence of the far-right Freedom party.
Austria's far right eyes chancellor's office despite failed coalition talksHerbert Kickl's bid for chancellorship reflects rising far-right influence in Europe, despite the collapse of coalition talks with the ÖVP.
Austria: Centrist Neos party quits coalition talks DW 01/03/2025The Neos party's withdrawal from coalition talks signifies deeper political rifts and challenges in forming a new government in Austria.
Austria: Chancellor to resign after coalition talks collapse DW 01/04/2025Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigns after coalition talks fail, emphasizing the OVP's stance against anti-growth policies.
Next steps: When will Austria get a new chancellor?The FPO emerged as a potential winner in Austria's 2024 elections, but official results and coalition negotiations are still pending.
Austria: Far-right Freedom Party coalition talks collapse DW 02/12/2025Negotiations between the Freedom Party and People's Party have collapsed primarily over power distribution and policy disagreements.
Healy-Raes meet with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael as government formation talks gather paceNegotiators aim to finalize a government coalition by January 22, with external support likely from Independent TDs, especially the Healy-Raes.
New Government won't be formed by Christmas, says Fianna Fail leader Micheal MartinHousing, economy, and pro-European stance are the focal issues for Fianna Fáil in government formation.
Healy-Raes meet with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael as government formation talks gather paceTDs are accelerating talks to form a government by January 22, led by Fianna Fáil, with strong involvement from Independent TDs.
Fianna Fail members to vote on draft Programme for Government at special ard fheis this weekendGovernment formation talks are progressing with a draft Programme for Government to be presented to Fianna Fáil members for approval.
Next steps: When will Austria get a new chancellor?The FPO emerged as a potential winner in Austria's 2024 elections, but official results and coalition negotiations are still pending.
Austria: Far-right Freedom Party coalition talks collapse DW 02/12/2025Negotiations between the Freedom Party and People's Party have collapsed primarily over power distribution and policy disagreements.
Healy-Raes meet with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael as government formation talks gather paceNegotiators aim to finalize a government coalition by January 22, with external support likely from Independent TDs, especially the Healy-Raes.
New Government won't be formed by Christmas, says Fianna Fail leader Micheal MartinHousing, economy, and pro-European stance are the focal issues for Fianna Fáil in government formation.
Healy-Raes meet with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael as government formation talks gather paceTDs are accelerating talks to form a government by January 22, led by Fianna Fáil, with strong involvement from Independent TDs.
Fianna Fail members to vote on draft Programme for Government at special ard fheis this weekendGovernment formation talks are progressing with a draft Programme for Government to be presented to Fianna Fáil members for approval.
Belgian PM announces resignation after 'hard evening' DW 06/10/2024Belgium's Prime Minister Alexander de Croo resigns after election losses.
Austrian chancellor to resign after coalition talks collapseNehammer resigns as Austria's Chancellor after coalition talks fail, highlighting refusal to support economic harms or new taxes.
Belgian PM announces resignation after 'hard evening' DW 06/10/2024Belgium's Prime Minister Alexander de Croo resigns after election losses.
Austrian chancellor to resign after coalition talks collapseNehammer resigns as Austria's Chancellor after coalition talks fail, highlighting refusal to support economic harms or new taxes.
Coalition talks between Austria's two biggest centrist parties collapseChancellor Nehammer's resignation follows the collapse of coalition talks, highlighting a shift in Austria's political landscape with rising support for the far-right FPO.
Labour split over joining government as Ivana Bacik 'cooling' on coalitionLabour Party members are divided on forming a coalition with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael amid concerns about their majority power.
Ceann Comhairle choice means Fianna Fail and Fine Gael will need one more Independent for coalitionCian O'Callaghan stresses the importance of prioritizing coalition stability over election strategy despite pressing challenges.
'Delivering for people in face of great challenges' - Fine Gael and Fianna Fail start talks today on forming governmentFianna Fáil prioritizes public service investment, while Fine Gael focuses on economic stability and tax cuts, leading to potential clashes in coalition talks.
'There's only one show in town' - Fianna Fail and Fine Gael favour Independents for coalition over Labour PartyTDs prefer alignment with 'gene pool' Independents over Independent Ireland in coalition discussions.
Labour split over joining government as Ivana Bacik 'cooling' on coalitionLabour Party members are divided on forming a coalition with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael amid concerns about their majority power.
Ceann Comhairle choice means Fianna Fail and Fine Gael will need one more Independent for coalitionCian O'Callaghan stresses the importance of prioritizing coalition stability over election strategy despite pressing challenges.
'Delivering for people in face of great challenges' - Fine Gael and Fianna Fail start talks today on forming governmentFianna Fáil prioritizes public service investment, while Fine Gael focuses on economic stability and tax cuts, leading to potential clashes in coalition talks.
'There's only one show in town' - Fianna Fail and Fine Gael favour Independents for coalition over Labour PartyTDs prefer alignment with 'gene pool' Independents over Independent Ireland in coalition discussions.
Sinn Fein to court left-wing parties for CoalitionSinn Féin aims to negotiate for Ireland's first left-wing government by learning from its 2020 election mistakes.
Belgium headed for new government as PM set to resign after general electionBelgium's election results showed a failure for the far right surge with N-VA likely to retain dominance.
Lithuania: Opposition Social Democrats win election DW 10/27/2024Lithuania's Social Democratic Party wins parliamentary elections, signaling a desire for political change amid economic and geopolitical challenges.
Belgium headed for new government as PM set to resign after general electionBelgium's election results showed a failure for the far right surge with N-VA likely to retain dominance.
Lithuania: Opposition Social Democrats win election DW 10/27/2024Lithuania's Social Democratic Party wins parliamentary elections, signaling a desire for political change amid economic and geopolitical challenges.
Croatians vote in election pitting PM Plenkovic against President MilanovicCroatians vote in parliamentary election with incumbent Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic facing off against President Zoran Milanovic. Exit polls and coalition talks expected.