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The Austrian Foreign Minister has been sworn in as Chancellor, the opposition claims: "Kurtz's doll"

Alexander Schlenberg, a close ally of the resigning chancellor, said he would continue to work closely with him despite suspicions of corruption against him.

Government critics say Kurtz will in fact continue to pull the strings while serving as chairman of the Conservative faction in parliament

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Monday, 11 October 2021, 18:28 Updated: 18:33

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In the video: Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurtz denies allegations of corruption against him (Photo: Reuters)

Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schlenberg was sworn in today (Monday) as the new chancellor in place of Sebastian Kurz, who resigned on Saturday following investigations against him on suspicion of corruption. However, Schlenberg's promise to work closely with Kurtz, who remains the faction chairman and chairman of the Conservative Party, reinforced the opposition's claims that he would be a "puppet" leader.

The Greens, partners in the Conservative-led coalition, demanded the resignation of Kurtz after he and nine other people, including some of his top aides, were put under investigation on suspicion of corruption, including bribery and breach of trust. Kurtz denies breaking the law, and his opponents claim he will continue to control government policy and act as a "shadow chancellor."

"I believe the accusations (against Schultz) are false and I am convinced that in the end it will turn out to be nothing," said Schlenberg, a veteran diplomat and a close ally of Kurtz.

He said he wanted to provide "responsibility and stability", but did little to silence the opposition.

"My impression is that he will broadcast business as usual and act as if nothing has happened," said Liberal Party leader Naos Biata Mini-Raiserer.

She urged the new Chancellor to fight corruption.

The page also winks at the criticism of the opposition.

"I am not the Chancellor of the Shadows," he tweeted, promising to support the government.

(Photo: Reuters)

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