The Czech Political Scene after the October Elections
The Czech Political Scene after the October Elections

Author(s): Łukasz Ogrodnik
Subject(s): Governance, Government/Political systems, International relations/trade
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: Czech Republic; political scene; local and Senate elections; government; coalition; foreign policy;
Summary/Abstract: The October local and Senate elections ended a 12-month electoral cycle in the Czech Republic that also included presidential and Chamber of Deputies elections. The Action of Dissatisfied Citizens (ANO) has maintained its position as the main political force. However, the elections to the Senate, a test of support for the government of the ANO-ČSSD coalition, strengthened the right-wing parliamentary opposition. The appointment of Tomáš Petříček as the minister of foreign affairs completes the composition of Andrej Babiš’s government. The most important challenge facing the new minister will be to strengthen the cohesion of Czech foreign policy.

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