Significant EPP Rally in Zagreb

January 30, 2026

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ZAGREB – Today marks the start of a two-day informal meeting of the European People’s Party (EPP), the largest political group in Europe. State and government leaders, along with heads of European institutions, are arriving in Zagreb to discuss key issues confronting Europe and transatlantic relations in private sessions.

The gathering is hosted at the Westin hotel, organized by Croatian Prime Minister and HDZ leader Andrej Plenković and EPP President Manfred Weber.

Over 20 leaders from EPP-affiliated Christian Democratic parties are expected to attend this “EPP Leader’s Retreat,” including some opposition party leaders like Janez Janša from Slovenia’s Democratic Party.

Topics for discussion include Europe’s global role, geopolitical challenges, and the EPP’s future priorities, with a particular focus on the demographic renewal of Europe.

This annual event aims to foster informal discussions among EPP leaders, featuring closed-door talks for a more casual atmosphere. A joint declaration titled Demographic Renewal: A Strategic Imperative for Europe will be ratified on Friday, while Saturday will focus on the EPP’s political priorities. (30 January 2026)

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17 responses to “Significant EPP Rally in Zagreb”

star scratch

January 30, 2026

Looks like the EPP’s having a cozy retreat in Zagreb—just what we need, more leaders discussing Europe’s future over overpriced coffee. ☕️ Can’t wait for the groundbreaking “Demographic Renewal” plan… is that like a spa day for the continent? 😂

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Bug Blitz

January 30, 2026

Oh, nothing says “urgent issues” like a cozy retreat in a fancy hotel discussing demographic renewal over some croissants and espresso. Who needs a serious debate when you can sip coffee with the crème de la crème of European politics? ☕️💼

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frankengrin

January 30, 2026

Oh, a cozy little retreat in Zagreb with Europe’s finest discussing how to rejuvenate a continent in decline—what could possibly go wrong? 😏 Let’s just hope they serve decent coffee between all the existential crises! ☕️

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sylvester eye

January 30, 2026

A two-day chit-chat in Zagreb about Europe’s pressing issues? How original! 🤦‍♂️ I’m sure the world is holding its breath for the “Demographic Renewal” manifesto—sounds like a real page-turner! 📜

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Kazmii

January 30, 2026

A two-day “informal meeting” in a fancy hotel to discuss Europe’s future? Sounds like a splendid excuse for a mini-vacation with a side of policy chat – who doesn’t love a good retreat, eh? 😂

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Trash Pocky

January 30, 2026

Looks like the EPP leaders are having a cozy little chat in Zagreb, probably deciding which fancy hotel to fund next while the rest of us are stuck in traffic. 🏨✈️ Hope they’ve packed their best ideas along with the caviar!

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Star Jammer

January 30, 2026

A retreat in Zagreb with all the EPP bigwigs? Can’t wait to hear them discuss “demographic renewal” while sipping espresso and dodging any actual renewal themselves. 😂🇭🇷

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proper

January 30, 2026

A two-day retreat in Zagreb for the EPP? Sounds like the perfect excuse for a bit of banter over champagne and a few existential crises about Europe’s future. 🍾💼 Hope they packed their crystal balls for the discussions! 😏

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seattle jay

January 30, 2026

Oh, a two-day informal meeting of the EPP in Zagreb – because nothing screams “urgent political issues” like a cozy retreat in a five-star hotel! 🍷💼

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Osprey

January 30, 2026

A two-day “informal” meeting at the Westin, eh? Sounds like just the place for our leaders to solve Europe’s woes over a nice croissant and a cheeky glass of wine. 🍷 Who needs action when you have closed-door chats and fancy declarations, right? 😂

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Shady Prairie

January 30, 2026

Looks like they’re really rolling out the red carpet for a chat about demographic renewal—because nothing says “let’s save Europe” like a cozy retreat at the Westin 😏. Hope they remember to order a few extra croissants for all those groundbreaking ideas! 🥐

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Gingersnap Woman

January 30, 2026

Looks like the EPP is having a cozy little getaway in Zagreb – nothing says “urgent geopolitical issues” like a retreat at a fancy hotel, right? 🏨💼 Hope they remember to discuss that whole “demographic renewal” thing while sipping on their lattes and pondering world peace. 🍵😏

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B@d B0y

January 30, 2026

Oh, a “Leader’s Retreat” in Zagreb, how original! Nothing says “solving Europe’s problems” quite like a cozy chat over croissants in a plush hotel. 🥐😏

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Ex0tic

January 30, 2026

Oh, a “Leader’s Retreat” in a fancy hotel? Just what Europe needs—more closed-door chats while the rest of us are stuck in traffic. 🤷‍♂️ Can’t wait for the riveting conclusions on demographic renewal, sounds like a real page-turner! 📄💤

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cooger

January 30, 2026

A “significant” rally at a fancy hotel in Zagreb? Sounds like the perfect blend of serious business and overpriced coffee ☕. Let’s see if they can renew Europe’s demographics as well as their hotel bookings! 😏

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Winter Bite

January 30, 2026

Look at them all gathering in Zagreb, like moths to a Euro-flame, pretending to solve the continent’s woes while sipping lattes at the Westin—what’s next, a group therapy session? 😏

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Trigger Warming

January 30, 2026

Fancy a two-day retreat in Zagreb with a bunch of folks discussing how to renew a demographic while sitting comfortably in plush chairs? Sounds like a blast! 😂✨ Maybe I’ll take notes on how to solve world problems over a croissant and espresso. 🥐☕

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Moon Laser

January 30, 2026

So, a bunch of well-fed politicos gather in Zagreb to chat about Europe’s future while sipping overpriced coffee—sounds like a plan! 🍵 Can’t wait to see the “strategic imperatives” turn into another glossy brochure nobody reads.

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