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The Party of European Socialists

We bring together the Socialist, Social Democratic and Labour Parties of the European Union and shape progressive policies.

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PES Manifesto 2024

Discover the PES programme for “The Europe we want”, our joint manifesto for the 2024-2029 EU mandate.

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PES Home Affairs ministerial meeting

PES Ministers welcome the full accession of Bulgaria and Romania to the Schengen area

As the Commission and the Parliament begin their mandates, progressive home affairs ministers gathered in Brussels ahead of the Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting…

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Maria João Rodrigues, Chair of the FEN and FEPS President; Yonnec Polet, PES Deputy Secretary General

PES kicks off new mandate supporting EU industry with a “Made in Europe Strategy” to drive the Just Transition and strengthen the European car industry

Today the Financial and Economic Network (FEN) convened at the Party of European Socialists headquarters in Brussels. This was the first FEN meeting of this…

Economy, Finance, Cohesion
Silver Rose Award Winners

Silver Rose: Nicolas Schmit receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Socialists and Democrats gathered in Brussels for the Silver Rose award ceremony to celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals and organisations dedicated to advancing social…

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From left to right: Riina Sikkut, Meeting Chair, Minister for Health, Estonia; Yonnec Polet, PES Deputy Secretary General

PES Health Ministers meet ahead of Council, focus on bridging the gaps to build a health union, and supporting citizens in the new mandate

Progressive health ministers convened this morning ahead of the Council meeting to discuss the future of health policy in the new European mandate. Riina Sikkut,…

Employment, Social affairs, Health
PES EPSCO meeting 2 December 2024

Meeting of PES Employment and Social Affairs Ministers

PES Ministers support Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu for further social progress. Polish Minister Agnieszka Dziemianowicz-Bąk and Danish Minister Ane Halsboe-Jørgensen present the priorities of their…

Employment, Social affairs, Health
COMPET ministerial 28 November 2024

PES Competitiveness ministers welcome the election of Teresa Ribera, focus on progressing sustainable reindustrialisation

Europe must step up its efforts to close the productivity gap with its global partners and lead a re-industrialisation that puts people and the planet…

Economy, Finance, Cohesion
PES welcomes the end of the political deadlock, hails the Progressive Commissioners

PES welcomes the end of the political deadlock, hails the Progressive Commissioners

The Party of European Socialists (PES) welcomes the election of the new Commission which has been supported by the Socialists and Democrats Group in the…

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COP29 Azerbaijan

COP29: A positive financial outcome but lack of ambition

The Party of European Socialists (PES) supports the final COP29 text, which increases climate funding and resources to developing countries, but regrets the lack of…

Environment, Climate, Energy
Kata Tutto, Luca Menesini

PES Congratulates New Leadership in the European Committee of the Regions

The Party of European Socialists (PES) warmly welcomes the election of Luca Menesini as the new President of the PES Group in the European Committee…

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What we fight for

Europe needs to overcome inequality, fight for tax justice, tackle the
threat of climate change, harness the digital revolution, ensure a fair
agricultural transformation, manage migration better.
  • Employment, Social Affairs & Health

    In our electoral programme, we said it loud and clear: our top priority is that Europeans, women and men, must have a decent job that allows good quality of life. We fight for a Europe that leaves no-one behind. Through education, training and social programmes when needed, everyone should be given a chance at a good life. More about Employment, Social Affairs & Health
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  • Energy & Environment

    The PES stands for a sustainable, energy-efficient and environmentally aware Europe. We stand for an ambitious European Green Deal: the EU must be at the forefront of protecting nature and its resources and the fight against pollution and climate change.
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  • Economy & Finance

    We believe that the economy must always serve society, and not the other way round. Throughout the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2019 coronavirus pandemic, we’ve been fighting for investment in jobs, growth-inducing sectors and people – and in particular youth – as a crucial element to bring about a sustainable economic recovery. The fight is far from over, but we’ve managed to bring about a shift in European policy, bringing the EU slowly back on track. More about Economy & Finance
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  • Youth & Education

    Together with its partners, the PES has launched a major campaign to put young people’s issues at the top of the EU agenda: UpToYouth. This campaign builds on the PES European Youth Plan, which focused on improving the prospects of young people across Europe. We want action on young people’s priorities: climate change, tackling youth unemployment, access to quality education, healthcare for all, and decent housing. More about Youth & Education
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  • Equality

    We are a feminist party, which fights for equal rights and opportunities for all women, men and non-binary people. Gender equality and LGBTI rights are crucial for well-functioning democracies, and any form of discrimination is unacceptable in our modern European societies. More about Equality
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  • Democracy & Human Rights

    Enhancing European democracy is one of our main priorities. We want to engage the public and policy makers around three main pillars: fundamental rights, accountability, and participation. More about Democracy & Human Rights
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  • Future of Europe

    Europe’s future belongs to all of us. That’s why it must work for everyone, reflecting the needs and aspirations of all our citizens. A Europe that works for the people. We are fighting for a resilient European Union, with stronger institutions that are better connected with citizens. We want an EU which meets future challenges and delivers the more social and sustainable Europe citizens want. More about Future of Europe
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  • International Affairs & Cooperation

    The PES is working for a better world. Europe has a major role to play on the international scene and must show its commitment to a just, democratic, peaceful and sustainable world. The PES works with progressive international partners to support this vision in Europe, its neighbourhood, and beyond. More about International Affairs & Cooperation
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  • Security & Justice

    The security and safety of all citizens in Europe is a key priority. Together with our Justice and Home Affairs Ministers, representatives from our parties and partners, we’re pushing for an agenda that prioritises the security of all citizens hand in hand with social and integration policies, always with full respect of individual and collective rights. More about Security & Justice
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PES Women promoting gender equality and women’s rights

PES Women is the women’s organisation of the Party of European Socialists (PES) promoting gender equality and women’s rights both inside and outside the party.

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PES activists fight for a fairer Europe

PES Activists are the grassroots of the socialist and social democratic family.

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We are the Party of European Socialists. We work for a Europe with more economic justice, sustainability, non-discrimination and equality between women and men.

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🇱🇹🌹 Congratulations to our member party in Lithuania, Lietuvos socialdemokratų partija – LSDP, who today had their new government programme and cabinet approved!Photo: LSDP See MoreSee Less
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🏭 Industrial policy is at the heart of today's key challenges for Europe. 🇪🇺 The PES Financial and Economic Network brought together experts, politicians and stakeholders to discuss EU's industrial policy and our progressive priorities for the next mandate. 👷‍♀️ As Europe continues its transition, we will continue advocating for a “Made in Europe” strategy, and targeted solutions to support legacy industrial sectors who are in midst of transitioning, notably the European automotive sector. We need to strengthen this sector and to protect the 13.8 million workers it employs (6% of all EU jobs). Read more 👇pes.eu/economy/pes-kicks-off-new-mandate-supporting-eu-industry-with-a-made-in-europe-strategy-to… See MoreSee Less
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🇧🇬🇷🇴 Congratulations to Romania and Bulgaria who will become full members of the Schengen area from 01 January 2025! 👏 PES Home Affairs ministers met this morning in Brussels ahead of the council meeting and welcomed the decision! Read more 👇pes.eu/democracy/pes-ministers-welcome-the-full-accession-of-bulgaria-and-romania-to-the-schengen…Partidul Social DemocratБългарска Социалистическа Партия See MoreSee Less
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