- Czech Leader Fiala Expresses Worries Regarding Election Outcomes
Prime Minister Petr Fiala from the Czech Republic has expressed worries about the outcomes of the recent government elections in adjacent Saxony and Thuringia. He penned down his concerns on the X platform, stating, "The surge of radical and extreme political groups in Germany isn't beneficial for Germany or us." As a liberal conservative, Fiala identified unchecked illegal immigration as the primary catalyst for this trend, which he believes is growing into a significant issue across Europe. He advocated for expedited asylum procedures outside the EU, robust repatriation policies, and a robust stand against human traffickers. "There's no other route out of this predicament," he warned, representing the Civic Democratic Party (ODS).
In both Saxony and Thuringia, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is labeled as firmly right-wing extremist by the constitution. The party secured its first-ever victory as the strongest force, capturing 32.8% of the votes in Thuringia, denoting its highest ever support in a German election. The 30.6% vote share in Saxony, while placing the party in second position behind the CDU, was close behind. The Czech Republic shares a border with Saxony, measuring approximately 460 kilometers in length.
Fiala on X, in Czech (Original)
The Czech Republic shares a border with Saxony, where the Alternative for Germany (AfD) significantly increased its voting share. Prime Minister Fiala from the Czech Republic expressed his concerns about the AfD's rising influence, as it could have implications for his country as well.
