Bundestag President calls for Franco-German stand against populism
In this context, the SPD politician called on politicians to clearly name problems - including the issue of migration. "When the caliphate is proclaimed in Essen, it scares people. We have to listen and not put mildew over the issues," said Bas. She added: "Many people are unsettled."
The task of Germany and France as large EU countries is to solve problems "and fight for democracy", said Bas. "Then I am confident that we can contain populism again."
Bas will chair the meeting of the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly in Bonn on Monday together with French Parliament President Yaël Braun-Pivet. This assembly is made up of 50 members of the German Bundestag and 50 members of the French National Assembly, who meet at least twice a year, alternating between Germany and France.
Although this parliamentary assembly is "not known to the general public, it is very important for both our parliaments", Bas told AFP. "It is a unique partnership in Europe that makes it tangible that we have a deep bond with France." The aim is to deepen the friendship, but also to talk about concrete issues and take joint decisions.
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- Bärbel Bas, the president of the federal parliament in Germany, firmly advocated for a Franco-German stance against populism within Europe.
- Bas urged politicians to address issues like migration openly and honestly, acknowledging public concerns without dismissing them as insignificant.
- The SPD politician pointed out that Germany and France, as influential EU nations, have a responsibility to tackle challenges and safeguard democracy.
- In an interview with the French Press Agency (AFP), Bas emphasized the significance of the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly, consisting of members from the German Bundestag and French National Assembly.
- Bas will collaborate with Yaël Braun-Pivet, French Parliament President, at the assembly meeting in Bonn on Monday, reiterating the profound relationship between the two nations.
- Discussions in the assembly are crucial, ensuring European unity and fostering dialogue, aiming to address pressing concerns and make joint decisions.
- Despite the relatively low public awareness of this assembly, its role in deepening bilateral ties, promoting democracy, and handling European challenges cannot be overstated.
Source: www.stern.de
