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Austria’s centre-right coalition enters election year with a loss of regional votes and a partner in disarray - but Chancellor Schüsssel reckons he can still win. - -
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Old resentments may burden EU presidency
Eric Frey and Haig Simonian consider the big challenges facing Austria as it assumes the EU leadership.
Politics: Coalition limps toward elections
But, says Eric Frey, chancellor Wolfgang Schüssel is confident that his conservative People’s party can win.
Interview: Schüssel learns new tune with EU centre stage
Big challenges lie ahead. But the Austrian chancellor is reluctant to go into detail, says Haig Simonian.
Economics: Trying to keep one step ahead
Austrians are still better off than their sluggish neighbours, says Eric Frey.
Ursula Plassnik: Standing out in a murky political climate
Haig Simonian learns more about the redoubtable figure who has been voicing Vienna’s misgivings about opening the door to talks with Turkey over EU membership.
Industry: Turnround factor boosts steel
Reinhard Engel on companies that have been reporting record profits.
Airports: Vienna spreads its wings
Haig Simonian looks at the expansion of the Austrian capital’s air hub.
Tourism: Welcome to Wachau and feel free to stay longer
Haig Simonian visits robber baron country on the Danube. The region’s proximity to Vienna makes it convenient for day trippers but the locals would prefer them to tarry a while.
Culture: Schubertiade has something for the music lover
The festival’s concentration on a particular genre has proved a hit, writes Haig Simonian.
