German Chancellor Olaf Scholz strongly criticized U.S. Vice President JD Vance's remarks regarding hate speech and the far right at the Munich Security Conference. Scholz emphasized that it is inappropriate for others to dictate to Germany and Europe what actions to take, rejecting any advice to engage with far-right parties like AfD. 

Regarding the AfD's anti-immigration stance and taboo ultranationalist politics due to Germany's Nazi past, Scholz reiterated, "Never again fascism, never again racism, never again aggressive war." He highlighted the country's strong stance against any glorification of National Socialism.

Responding to Vance's criticism of Europe's approach to hate speech, Scholz pointed out the importance of defending democracies against anti-democratic forces without compromising freedom. The focus of Vance's speech shifted from the expected talks on Russia and Ukraine to his concerns about Europe's erosion of free speech and immigration policies.

Overall, Scholz reaffirmed the need to defend democratic values and maintain institutions that safeguard freedoms in the face of adversities.