The European Union faces a politically fragmented landscape with far-right parties gaining ground in Germany, France, and Italy, while France’s centre-left primary winner Raphaël Glucksmann prepares to challenge Marine Le Pen in 2027. Economically, growth remains modest at 0.7% in Q2 2026 (Eurostat), with inflation at 3.8% in September 2026 (Eurostat) and rising debt concerns, particularly in France (120% of GDP).
