European People’s Party marks 50th anniversary amid reports of right flirtation
The European People’s Party marked its 50th anniversary while facing controversy over Manfred Weber’s alleged contacts with the far right despite established safeguards.
Manfred Weber faced criticism from multiple EPP members for perceived far-right engagement, impacting party cohesion ahead of upcoming electoral challenges.
The European People’s Party will discuss internal policies to reinforce the firewall against far-right alliances during their upcoming meeting next month.
Briefing summary
The European People’s Party (EPP) marked its 50th anniversary this week, highlighting its longstanding influence in European politics. The celebration included various notable speeches and reflections on past achievements.
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The European People’s Party (EPP) celebrated its 50th anniversary this week amid reports that party boss Manfred Weber has been flirting with the far right, despite a firewall meant to prevent this.













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