Alsace: negotiations with the Grand Est are coming to an end, a separation in sight? The Alsatians ready to say goodbye to the current region! Discover the latest developments in this tense political situation.
The negotiations are reaching their conclusion
The negotiations between Alsace and the Grand Est are coming to an end. For a month, Frédéric Bierry, president of the European Collectivity of Alsace, Franck Leroy, president of the Grand Est region, and Josiane Chevalier, prefect of Bas-Rhin, have met to discuss the future of Alsace within the region.
A battle between supporters and opponents
This battle between supporters and opponents of Alsace’s exit from the Grand Est continues to make waves. As negotiations come to a close, tensions are at their peak.
Frédéric Bierry ready to slam the door
Frédéric Bierry, president of the European Collectivity of Alsace, does not want minimal discussions. He is ready to leave the negotiating table if the proposals do not meet his expectations. He refuses to settle for “crumbs” and demands concrete and constructive powers.
Franck Leroy open to discussion
In contrast, the president of the Grand Est region, Franck Leroy, is more open to discussion. He is willing to consider delegations of competence, but categorically rejects Alsace’s exit from the Grand Est. For him, the important thing is to establish a constructive dialogue.
Divergent positions
Last week, several mayors of major Alsatian cities signaled that they now support the perimeter of the Grand Est region. This position was viewed as a betrayal by Frédéric Bierry. However, other elected officials, such as Pia Imbs, president of the Eurometropolis of Strasbourg, believe that the attachment of Alsatians to their region is still very strong and that the complete dismantling of the Grand Est region is no longer a current issue.
Tensions and defamation complaint
In this context, Pia Imbs announced that she would file a defamation complaint. She has been the victim of numerous attacks, particularly on social media, since her position against Alsace’s exit from the Grand Est. She refuses to be accused of having been elected to the board of directors of a funding agency in exchange for her position.
Alsace’s exit from the Grand Est pending
As the negotiations reach their conclusion, it remains to be seen what the outcomes of these discussions will be. Alsace’s exit from the Grand Est still seems pending, but one thing is certain: this battle between supporters and opponents is far from extinguishing.
