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Billionaire Andrej Babis’s centrist-populist ANO party achieved a decisive victory in the Czech Republic’s parliamentary election, winning 34.7% of the vote with 99% of districts counted. The result marks a significant political shift that could strengthen Europe’s populist, anti-immigration bloc and reshape Czech policy toward the European Union and Ukraine.
Babis, celebrating the win, announced his intention to form a one-party government but acknowledged ANO would need support from smaller parties to secure a majority in the 200-seat parliament. He plans to hold talks with the far-right Freedom and Direct Democracy (SPD) and the Motorists Party, both known for their opposition to EU environmental regulations and migration policies. SPD, with 7.8% of the vote, expressed willingness to back an ANO minority cabinet.
Despite his populist rhetoric, Babis emphasized that ANO remains “pro-European and pro-NATO.” However, his stance on Ukraine has raised eyebrows. He vowed to end the Czech-led “initiative” that purchased ammunition for Ukraine, saying NATO and the EU should handle such aid instead. ANO has also abstained from several European Parliament votes supporting Kyiv’s EU membership bid.
Outgoing Prime Minister Petr Fiala conceded defeat and congratulated Babis, whose economic promises—higher wages, increased pensions, and tax breaks for families—resonated with voters struggling under inflation. Yet, those pledges could strain public finances and challenge the Czech Republic’s traditionally frugal policies.
President Petr Pavel will now begin coalition talks to determine the next government. If Babis successfully forms a cabinet, it could align Prague more closely with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s Eurosceptic camp. The ANO leader, a self-styled champion of “Strong Czechia,” continues to polarize European politics with his populist message and close ties to right-wing allies across the continent.
