Marine Le Pen’s party joins Patriots for Europe platform: “United to defend national sovereignty”
In a significant political development, Marine Le Pen’s National Rally, the leading political force in France, has joined the “Patriots for Europe” platform. This move aims to form a robust coalition within the European Parliament to defend national sovereignty, combat illegal immigration, and challenge the bureaucratic powers in Brussels.
Confirmation from Zoltan Kovacs
Zoltan Kovacs, the international spokesperson and a member of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s cabinet, confirmed the alliance. This coalition seeks to unify various sovereigntist forces across Europe. They aim to provide a stronger voice against the centralized policies of the European Union.
The Patriots for Europe platform is not just limited to National Rally. It includes several other right-wing and nationalist parties from across Europe. VOX from Spain, Party for Freedom (PVV) led by Geert Wilders in the Netherlands, Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ), Fidesz from Hungary, and ANO from the Czech Republic, led by Andrej Babiš.
This diverse coalition of parties underscores a broad-based effort to promote a vision of Europe that prioritizes the sovereignty of individual nations, and resists overarching EU control.
Goals of the Patriots for Europe Platform
Santiago Abascal, the leader of VOX, highlighted the importance of this coalition. “In this legislature, we will be part of the Patriots for Europe platform, which aims to bring together the maximum number of patriotic and sovereigntist forces. VOX has been working for a long time towards the collaboration of all these forces for the possible creation of a large group,” he stated.
The primary objectives of the “Patriots for Europe” platform are clear:
- Defending National Sovereignty: The coalition stands firmly against the erosion of national powers. It seeks to reclaim authority from Brussels back to individual member states.
- Combating Illegal Immigration: The platform will push for stricter immigration controls and policies. They want to curb illegal immigration, ensure the security and cultural integrity of European nations.
- Challenging EU Bureaucracy: A significant part of the agenda is to reduce the influence of EU bureaucracy. But also promote decision-making that respects the sovereignty and will of each nation.
The alliance of Le Pen’s National Rally with the platform marks a pivotal moment in European politics. As these parties unite, they aim to reshape the future of the European Union. They advocate for policies that prioritize national interests, stringent immigration controls, and a reduction in bureaucratic overreach from Brussels. This coalition reflects a growing trend towards nationalism and sovereignty within the European political landscape.