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With Hungary's elections approaching on April 12, Chatham House warns that a second wave of right-wing populism is threatening European unity on issues from climate change to migration and foreign policy.
What Is at Stake?
Hungary has been at the center of Europe's democratic backsliding for over a decade under Viktor Orbán. But the upcoming election is not just about Hungary. The far right is gaining strength across Europe, and the outcome in Budapest could either strengthen or weaken the populist movement's hand in EU-wide decision-making.
Impact on Human Rights
The rise of far-right parties across Europe has direct consequences for human rights. These parties typically support stricter immigration controls, reduced protections for minorities, and a weakening of EU institutions that promote human rights standards. If the trend continues, it could undermine decades of progress on equality and non-discrimination.
The far right does not just threaten individual countries. It threatens the entire European project and the human rights framework that underpins it. Every election matters, and Hungary's is particularly important.
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Chatham House: Hungary's Election and Far-Right Challenge
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