6:00 pm Strategic Sovereignty & Connectivity in the Transatlantic Community

The diverse and increasing multitude of global crises not only pose a serious threat to European cohesion, but also lay the groundwork for a dangerous and undesirable formation of global blocs. This situation presents a significant challenge, particularly for conservative parties, which maintain political stability in many countries through policies deeply rooted in societal values. Despite the different—and certainly debatable—approaches and priorities in specific policy areas, the fundamental objectives of conservative parties largely align.

Strategic autonomy is a key factor for Hungary and most European states. A unified European response to external pressures that respects the sovereignty and economic prosperity of its member states is of outmost importance. Naturally, strong Transatlantic ties will and should remain a cornerstone of European foreign- and security policy, alas these should be based on mutual interests and partnerships and not on one-sided dependence. Only a strong Europe can be of real value on the long run for the United States.