Austrian election results may impact Romania’s Schengen accession, as far-right FPÖ gains traction.
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The outcome of the Austrian legislative elections is expected to influence Romania’s chances of joining Schengen with land borders, as a victory for the far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ) could make this less likely. The FPÖ currently holds strong polling numbers and might form a coalition government, which experts suggest would be unfavorable for Romania’s accession bid compared to a pro-European coalition. While Romania hopes for a pro-European alliance in Vienna, the FPÖ champions anti-EU views and has historical ties to Russia, potentially aligning with figures like Viktor Orbán. The election campaign was heavily influenced by issues of cost of living, immigration, and security, pushing mainstream parties further right on migration policies.
