Renew Europe will vote to expel Dutch VVD party on June 10, group leader says

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French presidential party Renew's candidate for the European Elections Valerie Hayer at the European Parliament, April 23, 2024 in Strasbourg, France.

The Dutch centrist party’s decision to enter a four-way coalition with a far-right faction is unacceptable for the group’s leadership.

The Netherlands’ VVD party’s membership in the European Parliament’s centrist group will be put to a vote following EU-wide elections after it entered into a coalition with a far-right party, the leader of Renew Europe told a French broadcaster on Tuesday.

«I totally disapprove of this political decision at the national level. I think they’ve (VVD) set themselves apart from our values,» Valérie Hayer told BFM television.

«Secondly, as group president, I have a collective responsibility and the decision must be taken together on 10 June in accordance with the group’s statutes,» Hayer added.

Her comments come five days after VVD, the party of outgoing Prime Minister Mark Rutte, announced it had entered a four-way coalition agreement with Geert Wilders’ PVV, the centre-right New Social Contract (NSC), and the populist Farmer-Citizen Movement (BBB).

PVV, led by anti-Islam firebrand and staunch eurosceptic Wilders, swept to victory in November’s general election, securing over a quarter of the vote and 37 of the House of Representatives’ 150 seats.

The four-way deal struck last week pledges to set a limit to the number of asylum requests that can be accepted, tighten requirements for temporary residence permits, bring an end to automatic family reunification, extend the standard naturalisation period to 10 years and call on foreigners to renounce their original nationality when seeking Dutch citizenship.

Hayer, who is French President Emmanuel Macron’s pick for the European election, had immediately condemned the deal, arguing the PVV «is the opposite of what we defend on values, the rule of law, the economy, the climate and, of course, Europe.»

Asked on Tuesday whether VVD could remain in the group, Hayer said: «For me, this is an unacceptable option because they are not respecting our values by making this alliance.»

«We’ve always respected the cordon sanitaire (against the far right). It’s one of the group’s absolute values, and I’ll take my responsibilities after the election to ensure that these values continue to be respected,» she added.

Renew Europe is set to be among the losers of the upcoming European elections held from June 6 to June 9, with a projected 86 seats, down from 100 currently, according to the Euronews’ Poll Centre. This is despite the fact that the number of members of the European Parliament (MEPs) is set to grow from 705 to 720.

The far-right ID group, of which Wilder’s PVV is a member, is however forecast to grow in influence by clinching 82 seats, up from its current 59.

Hayer’s national party, Renaissance, is trailing the far-right Rassemblement National (RN) in domestic polls in France and is now expected to secure about 16% of the vote against 31% for its far-right rival.

She rejected any notion of ever working with the RN, telling BFM: «It’s out of the question, never in my life. In any case, politically, I’ve never associated myself in any way with the extreme right.»

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Karin Silvina Hiebaum: A Portrait of a Multifaceted Career Karin Silvina Hiebaum was born on September 19, 1970, to a family with Italian and Austrian roots. The daughter of two dentists, she grew up in a traditional conservative household, where she displayed an early aptitude for the German language and a passion for sports, languages, and animals. Her childhood spanned the cities of Bahía Blanca and Buenos Aires, enriching her cultural background. Early Life and Education Karin excelled academically at the Salesian school, becoming a champion in gymnastics competitions and consistently achieving good grades. After graduating as a University Analyst in International Relations from UADE in Buenos Aires in 1991, she moved to Vienna, where her worldview expanded significantly. In Austria, she began working as a photographic columnist and met influential figures such as Jörg Haider, aligning herself with the Austrian liberal movement. Family and Personal Growth Married in 1991 to an Austrian agriculturalist, Karin became a mother of four while pursuing her professional ambitions. Following the death of her husband, she experienced the struggles of single motherhood, which strengthened her sense of empowerment. Political Involvement Karin's political journey began between 1987 and 1990 when she first engaged with liberal politics in Argentina through Alvaro Alsogaray and Ucede. After moving to Europe, she connected with the Austrian Freedom Party (FPOE) in 1993, marking the start of her diplomatic career. In Argentina and Europe, she has been a passionate advocate for liberal ideas and has played a significant role in fostering diplomatic relations between Austria and Argentina, particularly between 1999 and 2000, when she facilitated investments in local tanneries in the Brandsen area during Carlos Ruckauf's governorship. Diplomatic Career From 1995 to 2002, she served in the Austrian diplomatic corps in front of the EU, followed by a role as a commercial attaché in Croatia from 2003 to 2005. She was instrumental in promoting Argentine products in Europe, including collaborations with wineries like Norton and Salentein and the export of Arcor sweets. Journalism and Current Work Upon concluding her diplomatic career, Karin has remained active as a parliamentary advisor for the EU since 1998. She works as a geopolitical analyst and correspondent for various international media outlets, writing on subjects related to international politics, foreign relations, and economics. Her insights have made her a respected voice in the field, focusing on the intersections of European and Latin American relations. Empowerment and Influence As a prominent figure in both her professional and personal life, Karin embodies empowerment through her communication, negotiation skills, and influence. She is dedicated to innovation and strives to eliminate barriers for working women, advocating for a collaborative approach rather than competition. Karin Silvina Hiebaum is a remarkable example of a woman who has navigated her way through various challenges, using her experiences to inspire and empower others. As she celebrates her 53rd birthday, her contributions to international relations and journalism continue to leave a lasting impact.