As millions of Europeans are set to vote, how will the EU elections impact Australia?

Summary

1. EU elections, open to some Australian citizens, influence global politics.
2. Five year election cycle.
3. Some anti-EU, a little bit pro-Russia candidates.
4. Far-right parties' rise in Europe may shift policy priorities but likely won't drastically alter EU politics.
5. EU provides significant Pacific development assistance.

References

• Media Check: SBS   Media Bias/Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)     
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC