Extreme right-wing parties in Europe, previously considered marginal, are now gaining positions in traditional right-wing governments, Euronews reports.
This trend is evident in countries like Finland, where the nationalist party "True Finns" with an anti-immigration and anti-European agenda joined the coalition cabinet. Similar shifts are observed in Italy, Sweden, and Spain, where conservative parties form alliances with right-wing radical counterparts.
This political transformation is influenced by various factors such as dissatisfaction with migration, economic conditions, and the war in Ukraine. Many voters have grown disillusioned with mainstream political parties and are drawn to right-wing populist parties that offer seemingly simple solutions to complex problems and promise to protect national interests.
The upcoming European Parliament elections will likely see a weakening of the current majority composed of right-wing, liberal, and social democratic parties. The European People's Party, the largest parliamentary group, has shown openness to cooperation with conservative reformists on issues like the Green Deal.
This rise of right-wing forces presents challenges for Europe at a time when decisive responses are needed to address multiple challenges and a changing geopolitical landscape. Ambitious leaders are required to navigate the green transition and digital transformation.
In Spain, where socialists currently hold power, upcoming elections could potentially further energize right-wing supporters throughout the European Union and strengthen populist parties.
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