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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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Our common candidate Nicolas Schmit

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Ștefan Radu Oprea, meeting chair and Minister of Economy, Entrepreneurship and Tourism; Yonnec Polet, PES Deputy Secretary General

PES COMPET: Ministers welcome the Draghi report, insisting on the vital role of social investment

The Report on the future of European competitiveness, prepared by former Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi, is a valuable contribution to the European Commission work…

Economy, Finance, Cohesion
PES President, Stefan Löfven (middle) during a session of the High-level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism at the UN.

PES welcomes the outcome of the UN Summit for the Future

PES welcomes the outcome of the United Nations (UN) Summit for the Future, held in New York in the past two days as part of…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
PES Women Executive meeting, 13 September 2024

PES Women renews commitment to progress gender equality in new mandate

Today, members of the PES Women Executive board met for the first time under the new legislative term to reaffirm their commitment to meet new…

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity
Socialists and democrats issue warning over next Commission mandate

Socialists and democrats issue warning over next Commission mandate

Strengthening the spitzenkandidat process, ensuring gender balance, a strong focus on social rights overseen by a figure with the experience to deliver, and the fair…

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PES: Cohesion Policy must deliver social convergence for and with communities at all levels

PES: Cohesion Policy must deliver social convergence for and with communities at all levels

Ambitious Cohesion Policy is essential for upwards social convergence and the long-term success of the European Union – this was the conclusion as socialist and…

Youth, Education, Inclusiveness
A drone photo of protesters rallying in support of the hostages who were kidnapped during the deadly October 7 attack, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel September 1, 2024. Photo: Reuters / Belga

Israel–Hamas war: PES condemns continued violence and reiterates call for sustainable ceasefire

The Party of European Socialists (PES) stands with the hundreds of thousands of Israelis who took to the streets on Sunday to demand a ceasefire…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
PES welcomes the endorsement of Kamala Harris as presidential candidate by the U.S. Democrats

PES welcomes the endorsement of Kamala Harris as presidential candidate by the U.S. Democrats

The Party of European Socialists (PES) congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris on her endorsement as the Democratic Party candidate in the upcoming U.S. presidential elections….

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
Giacomo Filibeck and Salvador Ilia

PES congratulates the newly elected President of Catalonia, Salvador Illa

The PES is delighted by the news from the Catalonian parliament that the leader of the Socialist Party of Catalonia (PSC-PSOE), Salvador Illa, was elected…

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Thailand MFP

PES regrets the dissolution of a progressive party in Thailand

The Party of European Socialists profoundly regrets the Thai Constitutional Court’s decision to order the dissolution of the progressive Move Forward Party (MFP). The party,…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation

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PES Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Ministerial (EPSCO) meeting

10 Oct

PES Home Affairs ministerial meeting

17 Oct

PES Presidency meeting

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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Associated members

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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.

The COVID crisis brought the world economy to a halt, threatening millions of jobs. Thanks to the temporary Support to mitigate Unemployment Risks in an Emergency (SURE), the EU – pushed for the PES family – the EU helped 40 million workers and 2.9 million companies, saving 1.5 million jobs. See MoreSee Less
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🚴‍♀️ All workers must benefit from strong social protection, regardless of their activity. With the Platform Work Directive, the PES family ensured that 30 million gig workers are better protected either as employees or self-employed, a clear improvement from their previous status. See MoreSee Less
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