The advance of far-right parties is the "greatest worry" for Western democracies, according to Spain's Prime Minister.

The advance of far-right parties is the "greatest worry" for Western democracies, according to Spain's Prime Minister.
The advance of far-right parties is the "greatest worry" for Western democracies, according to Spain's Prime Minister.
  • Sánchez stated that the fragmentation and the advance of the far right are the biggest concern for Western democracies, according to CNBC.
  • European Parliament elections are scheduled for June, and Sánchez has made comments in advance.
MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 15: Spanish acting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez during the investiture debate at the Spanish Parliament on November 15, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. The investiture debate at Spain's parliament on November 15 will be followed by a vote for PM Sanchez to remain in power and is expected to bring an end to months of political deadlock following July's inconclusive snap general election. Pedro Sanchez's support from Catalan separatists was obtained in exchange for a highly controversial amnes
Spanish acting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez during the investiture debate at the Spanish Parliament on Nov. 15, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. (Isabel Infantes | Getty Images News | Getty Images)

The biggest concern for Western democracies, according to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, is the increase of far-right political groups.

Sanchez stated at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland that the biggest concern for Western democracies is not only political fragmentation but also the advance of the far-right.

The European Parliament elections in June will be influenced by his comments, which aim to motivate voters to participate in several countries worldwide.

The popularity of far-right groups has increased in certain European countries. In France, Marine Le Pen's National Rally party has gained ground in polls, while Geert Wilders' Freedom Party achieved a significant victory in the Dutch general elections in November.

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte stated on CNBC on Wednesday that centrist parties, including his own, must be more successful in explaining their commitment to the economy and collective safety.

Spain's PM: Advance of the far-right is the biggest concern for Western democracies

Some right-wing parties in the European Union have been forced to form coalition agreements with far-right parties, as seen in Spain where the conservative People's Party allied with far-right Vox during Alberto Nunez Feijoo's failed attempt to secure parliamentary approval for his investiture as prime minister last year.

Sanchez stated that alliances are a "major decision" that the popular party at the European level must make.

The Spanish prime minister emphasized the importance of adhering to the agreement we previously reached, which includes the three largest families in the European Union politically: social democracy, liberals, and the popular party.

It would be easier for the Commission, Council, and European Parliament to have more progressive or center seats than far-right seats in the European Parliament.

In November, Sánchez was reappointed as Spain's prime minister after obtaining parliamentary approval to form a new government.

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