Writer Eva Menasse was at the Goethe-Institut in Lisbon to discuss current German political affairs, focusing especially on the elections in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, in East Germany. During her speech, Menasse warned that the rise of the far-right party AfD (Alternative for Germany) exposes a problem that is not exclusively German, suggesting it is a broader trend across Europe.
At the event, the writer also criticized Germany's position regarding Israel, expressing her disagreement with how the country has been handling this sensitive geopolitical issue. Menasse's speech thus sought to provide a critical analysis of both German domestic politics and her country's stance in the international context.
Eva Menasse's presence in Lisbon, at the Goethe-Institut, is part of a series of cultural and debate initiatives that aim to promote dialogue on the contemporary political and social challenges in Germany and Europe.
