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At least two AfD politicians plan to attend St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in June.
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At least two lawmakers from Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party have announced plans to attend the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in June, Russia's flagship annual business gathering.
The move represents a continued Kremlin effort to cultivate relationships with European far-right and anti-establishment parties. The AfD, known for its Kremlin-friendly positions, has faced scrutiny in Germany over alleged Russian influence. The forum invitation underscores Moscow's strategy to build political networks among European parties critical of NATO and EU sanctions policies.
Russia is inviting at least two AfD lawmakers to its flagship St. Petersburg economic forum in June, continuing Moscow's strategy to cultivate ties with Europe's far-right parties that oppose NATO and EU sanctions. The move highlights the Kremlin's efforts to build political networks among parties critical of Western institutions.
As geopolitical tensions shape energy prices, trade flows, and investment decisions across Europe, Russia's deepening ties with anti-establishment European politicians could influence policy outcomes on sanctions, NATO expansion, and defense spending that directly affect your costs and economic security.