German far-right AfD set for first regional parliament presidency

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 6 Oct, 10:37 · Archive

The far-right AfD is poised to secure its first-ever regional parliament president in Saxony-Anhalt.

The Saxony-Anhalt state parliament held its first session following the AfD's recent electoral success. The far-right party nominated Tobias Rausch as its candidate for parliament speaker, a position that would make him the first AfD figure to lead a regional parliament. The appointment would represent a significant milestone for the party.

Germany's foreign minister has warned that the climate crisis could fuel extremism, comments that appear to address broader concerns about the AfD's rising influence in German politics. The speaker election is due to take place during the parliamentary session.

How it is being reported

• Germany news: Saxony-Anhalt parliament sits after AfD winDW News · 6 Oct, 07:21
• German far right set to secure first-ever regional parliament presidentFinancial Times · 6 Oct, 05:00

In this story: AfD · Tobias Rausch · Saxony-Anhalt · Germany

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