Croatia and the Netherlands. Europe now has two more governments that include far-right parties

Monday, Aug 19, 2024

Denik Referendum

Right-wing parties gain influence in Croatia and Netherlands, despite Wilders moderating his most extreme rhetoric.

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New governments have been formed in Croatia and the Netherlands, both featuring elements of the far-right. In Croatia, a traditional right-wing nationalist party led by HDZ has entered a coalition with the far-right Vlastenecké hnutí (DP), which is expected to push for stricter border controls and crack down on minorities. In the Netherlands, a broad centrist coalition includes Geert Wilders’ PVV, giving them significant control over ministries like asylum and migration. While the PVV has moderated some of its most extreme demands, such as banning mosques or prohibiting the Quran, it still advocates for tighter immigration rules and EU exceptions. Analysts note that despite Wilders’ influence, his personal role in government is uncertain, and the coalition faces internal challenges regarding stability and ideological consistency.

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