
Budapest conference puts focus on democracy in Hungary and Europe
On 2 April 2026, Sandro Gozi, Péter Márki-Zay and Stefano Bottoni addressed a pro-democratic conference in Budapest, highlighting the stakes for Hungary and the European Union.

On 2 April 2026, Sandro Gozi, Péter Márki-Zay and Stefano Bottoni addressed a pro-democratic conference in Budapest, highlighting the stakes for Hungary and the European Union.

On 30 March in Prüm, Germany, the European Democratic Party brought together over 400 participants for a debate on freedom of expression, democracy and the need for a stronger political vision for Europe.

On 28 March 2026 in Paris, the European Democratic Party brought together Serbian opposition representatives and members of the Renew family for a discussion on democracy, the rule of law and Serbia’s European future

Today, our Secretary General Sandro Gozi had the honour of participating in the Renew Pre-Summit Leaders’ Meeting. The recent European elections showed a clear pro-European mandate. Despite the rise of extremists, the European Parliament will continue to shape EU policy for the next five years.

The European Democratic Party, through MEPs Sandro Gozi and Yvan Verougstraete, is urging the EU to take stronger action against
NextGen Europe, promoted by Engin Eroglu for the EDP, brought together participants from several countries in Ludwigsburg to develop ideas on China, migration, security and the economy in an open democratic workshop.

Illegal online gambling advertising: EDP calls for strict enforcement of the DSA

The accession of the MMN strengthens the EDP’s presence in Central Europe and relaunches the battle for a democratic, free and fully European Hungary against Viktor Orbán’s illiberal regime.
During the two days of 18–19 September in Belgrade, the European Democratic Party delivered a clear message
European Movement in Serbia, in collaboration with the European Democratic Party, is organising a public debate entitled “Serbia’s European Hour – Lost Time or New Opportunity?”