Andrej Babis Sworn In as Czech Republic’s New Prime Minister

The billionaire businessman and the leader of the centrist populist ANO (YES) movement has been appointed as the new prime minister of the Czech Republic, marking a significant political development in Central Europe. This is the second time he has taken oath as the prime minister of the country, after being in the position from 2017 to 2021. The appointment was made by the president, Petr Pavel, at Prague Castle following his party’s victory in the recently concluded parliament elections.