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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 brings 100 young Europeans together for internal dialogue

PES brings 100 young Europeans together for internal dialogue

This week, the Party of European Socialists hosted a fringe event within the framework of the Young European Socialists’ 30+2 anniversary, bringing Europe’s youth together…

Youth, Education, Inclusiveness
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PES welcomes the appointment of Radmila Shekerinska as NATO Deputy Secretary General

The PES welcomes Radmila Shekerinska’s new role as the next NATO Deputy Secretary General, following her appointment today by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. During her…

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The PES congratulates Partito Democratico on its strong results in the Emilia Romagna and Umbria regional elections

The Party of European Socialists warmly congratulates Partito Democratico and the progressive forces in both regions on securing a decisive majority in the regional elections…

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File photo: PES President Stefan Löfven (centre), PES Secretary General Giacomo Filibeck (left) and S&D Group President Iratxe Garcia (right) at a PES European Council preparation meeting in Brussels, Belgium, last month.

EPP betrays pro-European majority at kick-off of next EU mandate

The path forward for the European project – that is what is at stake at the hearings for the next European Commission. Our political family…

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Executive Vice-President-designate of the European Commission for a Clean, Just and Competitive Transition, Teresa Ribera, speaks at the hearing in the European Parliament. (C) European Union, 2024. Source: EC - Audiovisual Service.

PES: Teresa Ribera ideal figure to deliver sustainable, fair and competitive EU 

Teresa Ribera has the vision to lead Europe towards a clean, just and prosperous future – this was clear from her performance in the European…

Environment, Climate, Energy
Roxana Mînzatu, Executive Vice-President-designate of the European Commission for People, Skills and Preparedness, speaks at the hearing in the European Parliament. (C) European Union, 2024. Source: EC - Audiovisual Service.

Social Europe safe under leadership of Roxana Mînzatu

A Europe that elevates people, boosts skills and guarantees preparedness – we are confident that European Commission Executive Vice-President-designate Mînzatu will deliver, the Party of…

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Rainbow Rose General Assembly group photo

Rainbow Rose General Assembly in Budapest in solidarity with the Hungarian LGBTIQ+ community

The choice of Budapest for the Rainbow Rose General Assembly 2024 is the culmination of many years of work and partnership with MSZP and its…

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity
LEFT: Members of the PES delegation to the Middle East (from left to right) Hana Jalloul Muro MEP, PES Secretary General Giacomo Filibeck, and Evin Incir MEP at the meeting with the Prime Minister of the State of Palestine, Mohammad Mustafa (second from the right). RIGHT: The PES delegation lays flowers at the monument of the assassinated Israeli prime minister Yitzhak Rabin together with the leader of the Democrats Yair Golan (third from the left), and Democrat members of the Knesset.

PES delegation holds high-level meetings in Israel and Palestine

In remembrance of the late Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, a delegation from the Party of European Socialists (PES) has visited Israel and Palestine. The…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
November 5, 2024, New York, United States: American citizens vote at a polling station in the Ridgewood neighbourhood of Queens, New York. Photo: © Apolline Guillerot-Malick/SOPA Images via ZUMA Press Wire.

US elections: Europe must step up as standard-bearer for liberal democracy

A cloud of uncertainty hangs today over EU-US relations, support for Ukraine, and international stability. Following the US elections, Europe must step up as the…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation

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PES Cohesion ministerial meeting

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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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Climate change and mental health were at the core of our discussion with 100 young Europeans, during the 30+2 anniversary of Young European SocialistsRead more 👇pes.eu/youth/pes-brings-100-young-europeans-together-for-internal-dialogue/ See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to Radmila Sekerinska on her appointment as the next NATO Deputy Secretary General. Check what PES President Stefan Löfven and Secretary General Giacomo Filibeck are saying on the new role of the former Defence Minister of North Macedonia 👇pes.eu/pes/pes-welcomes-the-appointment-of-radmila-shekerinska-as-nato-deputy-secretary-general/ See MoreSee Less
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Thanks to the work of the PES family, we now have a strengthened Action Plan to better include migrants in our society, address barriers to their integration, and recognise migrants’ contribution to EU prosperity and diversity. See MoreSee Less
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