Jordan Bardella, president of the National Rally party, was in the United Kingdom at the invitation of Nigel Farage to participate in a political event. In his speech, Bardella argued that the future of Europe should be "shaped" by France and the United Kingdom.
The issue of immigration dominated much of Bardella's address. The French politician made several promises related to this issue, presenting it as a central priority of his political agenda.
The trip to the United Kingdom marks one of Bardella's first international visits since becoming president of the National Rally. The event was attended by Nigel Farage, a prominent figure of Brexit and leader of the Reform UK party.
This collaboration between Bardella and Farage comes in the context of an approaching relationship between eurosceptic right-wing parties in both countries. The visit demonstrates the intention to strengthen ties between populist and eurosceptic movements throughout Europe.
