Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán declared support for the German populist Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party, praising their platform and advocating for their success in the upcoming federal elections in Germany. The meeting between Orbán and AfD chancellor candidate Alice Weidel in Budapest marked a significant moment in European politics.
Key Points
Orbán's endorsement of the AfD as the "future" of Germany
Support for the AfD's stance on energy policy and migration
Calls for reforming the European Union and strengthening nation-states
Pros
Orbán believes that the AfD's key program points would benefit not only Germany but also Hungary and Europe as a whole
Both Orbán and Weidel advocate for reforming the European Union from within and strengthening nation-states to push back against a progressive globalist agenda
The meeting may open doors for the AfD internationally and potentially boost their support prior to the federal elections in Germany
Cons
Orbán's support for the AfD may strain relations between Hungary and Germany
The AfD faces obstacles and a taboo among European populist parties, limiting their cooperation and influence