Karl Nechamer will be sworn in as Austria's new chancellor

 

Karl Nechamer will be sworn in as Austria's new chancellor, the EU Observer reports, recalling that Sebastian Kurz has resigned from politics over allegations of corruption.

Nehamer is a former soldier and communications adviser. He cited the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic as a top priority in his administration. The editorial describes Nehamer as a "hardline immigration leader."

Kurz resigned as leader of the Austrian People's Party (APP) last week, explaining the decision was related to the birth of his first child.