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Nigel Farage meets French far-right leader in London

Nigel Farage meets French far-right leader in London

Summary

Nigel Farage met with Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right National Rally (NR) party, in London. They talked about issues like small boat crossings and energy policy. Bardella mentioned possible changes in immigration policy if his party comes to power.

Key Facts

  • Nigel Farage met Jordan Bardella, who leads France's far-right National Rally party, in London.
  • Bardella is a French Member of the European Parliament expected to perform well in France's next presidential election.
  • The meeting discussed topics including small boat crossings and nuclear energy policy.
  • Bardella suggested Farage could be the next UK Prime Minister.
  • Farage has previously avoided alliances with Bardella's party but has shown some support.
  • Marine Le Pen, Bardella's predecessor, cannot run in the next election due to a legal conviction but plans to appeal.
  • Bardella emphasized a wish for tighter immigration controls if the NR party gains power in France.

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