Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Supports AfD Party in Germany

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
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