The leader of European Populars, Manfred Weber, met with Alberto Núñez Feijóo in Madrid before a summit in Berlin. He pointed out that the alliances of Sánchez's Government must be justified and that the European People's Party cannot be lectured on pacts with extremists. Weber insisted on the importance of respecting the rule of law throughout the European Union.
Regarding competitiveness, Weber highlighted that the "competitiveness compass" will be fundamental in the next mandate as the Green Deal was in the past. He proposed the creation of a European cyber brigade to address threats and defend against potential cyber attacks. Weber emphasized the need to regulate the social media activities of companies like Elon Musk to ensure compliance with European regulations.
Weber expressed his concern about the political situation in various European countries, pointing out instability in Spain and Germany, as well as challenges in France and Poland. He highlighted the importance of having politicians who seek to unite rather than divide their countries.
Regarding Spain, Weber mentioned that the country has lost relevance in European Union decisions and called for a more active return to the European landscape. He criticized the government coalition in Spain, calling it a "radical experiment" and questioned the pacts with the far left.
Weber also addressed topics such as the need to strengthen European defense, promote trade, and enforce laws regarding cybersecurity and social networks. He highlighted the importance of ratifying trade agreements and protecting European citizens from hate speech and fake news.
In relation to the relationship with the United States and China, Weber mentioned the importance of maintaining the European Union's position on the global stage and avoiding protectionist positions. He referred to the need to strengthen the European single market and promote competitiveness on the continent.
Lastly, Weber emphasized the importance of respecting the rule of law, ensuring judicial independence, and complying with European regulations in various areas. He expressed confidence in future leadership in Germany and advocated for a united and proactive Europe in its policies.
