Tag: #Green Party
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Thriving in German car region, Greens set sights higher
The Greens, who have headed the government in the conservative industrial region for ten years, are set to consolidate their grip in the state of Baden-Wuerttemberg
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Trudeau rules out coalition as he forms new Canadian government
Ottawa, Oct 24 (AFP/APP): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday ruled out forming a coalition government despite an election victory that left his Liberals short of a majority. Trudeau said he would consult with leaders of Canada’s other parties on their priorities, and how they might work together. “They will be varied conversations, but…
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Green Party makes historic gains in Swiss vote
Geneva, Oct 21 (AFP/APP): Switzerland’s Green Party made historic gains in national elections Sunday, while the anti-immigrant right wing remained the largest party in parliament despite a slip in its support. Projections released by public broadcaster RTS, based on near complete results, confirmed the pre-vote forecast that rising concerns about climate change were set to…
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Swiss vote in possible ‘green wave’ election
Geneva, Oct 20 (AFP/APP): Switzerland holds national elections on Sunday in a vote that could see unprecedented gains for parties demanding bold climate action and a possible slip for the anti-immigrant right-wing. Opinion polls point to a “green wave” during the vote, the Sotomo political research institute said, possibly ushering in one of the most…