The Munich Security Conference invited AfD parliamentarians, changing the exclusion policy, after criticism from U.S. Vice President, JD Vance.

The Munich Security Conference (MSC) has decided to invite parliamentarians from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party to the meeting in February, a change of position confirmed by the organizers. This decision was influenced by the criticisms of U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who accused Germany of restricting freedom of expression by excluding the AfD. The MSC stated that inviting parliamentarians from all parties represented in the Bundestag is a previous practice. Although the spokesperson refused to comment on Vance's influence, some experts suggest that the MSC may be seeking to avoid U.S. government intervention or to normalize the AfD.

Criticism has been expressed regarding the possible security risks associated with the participation of the AfD, considering its ties to Russia and China. The policy change comes in a tense electoral context in Germany, where the AfD has gained popularity, becoming the main opposition party.