Giorgia Meloni: national sovereignty first

Italy’s Prime Minister and leader of the Brothers of Italy party Giorgia Meloni advocates for limiting Brussels’ influence over domestic policies of member states. She maintains a cautious fiscal policy, striving to balance EU requirements with domestic demand for social spending. In foreign affairs, she aligns closely with the United States and actively supports Ukraine. This approach sets her apart from many other right-wing European leaders.

Marine Le Pen: focus on domestic market

Leader of France’s National Rally party Marine Le Pen promotes an economic agenda that favors French producers and consumers. Having moved away from the idea of Frexit, she now underscores the concept of a “sovereign France within the EU” and opposes excessive EU interference in national economic decisions, especially in areas such as energy, agriculture, and immigration.

Alice Weidel: hardline euroscepticism

Alice Weidel, co-leader of Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, pushes ahead with a radical agenda aimed at reducing Germany’s involvement in European financial programs and lifting sanctions on Russia. Her platform combines economic liberalism with political isolationism, advocating for tax cuts, deregulation, and a significant transfer of power from the EU back to the national parliament.