Czech Republic: New Elections Expected At the End of October

People ♦ Published: August 16, 2013; 10:12 ♦ (Vindobona)

Prime Minister Petr Necas’ resignation leads to new elections soon. The Social Democrats, who want to introduce the Euro, are potential winners.

Czech Republic: New Elections Expected At the End of October / Picture: © Vindobona.org

Czech President Milos Zeman held out the prospects of early elections on October 25 or 26 in case the parliament should decide for its dissolution. Czech daily “Halo Noviny” cited the head of state’s announcement on Friday.

In June, conservative Prime Minister Petr Neca stepped back after a corruption and spy affair. President Milos Zeman appointed former Finance Minister…