European lawmakers from the Renew parliamentary group will meet with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the future of the political center. Concerns over far-right gains in Germany and France are driving discussions about Macron's plans after his term ends in 2027.
The meeting highlights growing concerns within the European political center regarding the rise of far-right movements and the future leadership of the pro-European bloc, particularly in the absence of Emmanuel Macron's presidency after 2027.
European lawmakers from the Renew parliamentary group are scheduled to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss the future of the political center in Europe. The meeting comes in the wake of the Alternative for Germany party's significant victory in the Saxony-Anhalt elections, raising concerns among pro-European lawmakers about the growing influence of far-right parties.
According to a party official, the MEPs are particularly worried about the prospect of far-right parties gaining power in France, where Marine Le Pen currently holds a commanding lead in polls for the 2027 presidential race. The central question for many is what Macron, who is ineligible for a third term and will leave office in May 2027, plans to do next. While he has hinted at a potential return to politics in 2032, lawmakers hope he will play a significant role at the European level.
The discussions will also encompass upcoming key European issues, including the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union address, the Multiannual Financial Framework, social media regulations, European preference measures, and the ongoing situation in Ukraine.