Vienna: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Austrian Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl have issued a joint declaration calling for an alliance of positive reforms within Europe, emphasizing the significance of maintaining national sovereignty and cultural diversity. The declaration highlights the leaders’ commitment to working as equals and friends to foster positive change while respecting each nation’s unique identity.
According to About Hungary, the leaders emphasized the need to limit EU centralization and return decision-making power to member states, advocating for the reduction of bureaucratic layers within EU institutions. They believe that empowering national parliaments and citizens is essential for Europe’s successful reform, which should focus on preserving the diversity of cultures and identities within a decentralized union.
On the topic of migration, Orbán and Kickl expressed a firm stance against large-scale illegal migration and the misuse of asylum rights, which they view as signifi
cant threats to Europe’s cultural heritage. They argued that such practices can lead to cultural conflicts and jeopardize Europe’s character, calling for the use of all available legal measures to address these issues.
The declaration also urged for diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts, advocating for Europe to serve as a platform for peace talks and emphasizing the EU’s foundational purpose as a peace project. The leaders stressed the importance of ceasefires and negotiations and called for Europe to actively contribute to fostering peace.
In conclusion, Orbán and Kickl reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening their alliance, Patriots for Europe, aiming to enhance peace, freedom, security, and prosperity across the continent. This commitment signifies their intention to collaborate towards a future that cherishes Europe’s diversity, grounded in the respect for the sovereignty and identities of its nations.
