Andrej Babis’s ANO party wins Czech parliamentary election, setting path for new government.

Populist billionaire Andrej Babis has won the Czech parliamentary election, according to preliminary results, securing a strong lead for his ANO party. His victory, driven by a centrist-populist platform focused on economic reform, anti-establishment sentiment, and skepticism toward EU institutions, positions him to form the next government. The outcome reflects continued public support for Babis, who previously served as prime minister, and signals a shift away from traditional parties amid growing dissatisfaction with political elites. Coalition talks are expected to follow, but Babis’s lead suggests a key role in shaping the country’s future policies.