Left-wing leaders meet in Barcelona, whereas far-right protesters march in Milan.
Two gatherings, in two European cities, with opposing political views.
In Barcelona, Spain, left-leaning world leaders mentioned the rising menace the far proper poses to democratic establishments.
Their purpose? To convey collectively progressive forces beneath a single banner to counter right-wing authoritarianism.
In the meantime, in Italy’s Milan, far-right figures rallied in opposition to what they known as “the tragedy” that Europe has change into.
They’re calling for fewer rules from Brussels however tighter controls on safety.
How will this polarisation play out globally?
Presenter: Tom McRae
Visitors:
Ruth Ferrero-Turrion – professor of political science at Complutense College of Madrid
Georgios Samaras – assistant professor in public coverage at King’s School London
Rebecca Christie – senior fellow at Bruegel, a European assume tank that specialises in economics
Printed On 19 Apr 2026
