Babis Signs Coalition Holding 108-Seat Majority

Andrej Babiš, 71, signed a coalition agreement on Nov. 3 with the far-right SPD and the right-wing Motorists after ANO won October’s election, and President Petr Pavel has asked him to form a government. The three‑party bloc holds 108 of 200 seats and published a policy pledge for a "different Europe" that prioritizes national sovereignty and rolling back EU migration and climate initiatives. The partners proposed a 16‑member cabinet with ANO taking eight portfolios plus the premiership; Babiš said ministerial names will be discussed at month’s end and he aims to form a government by mid‑December. The inclusion of SPD and Motorists prospective ministers — some linked to scandalous social‑media posts and climate‑sceptic views — has alarmed opponents and Brussels, and critics warn the coalition could cut aid to Ukraine. Observers also raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest given Babiš’s business background, and the new government will still need to win a parliamentary confidence vote.