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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: setting the right conditions for workers to make the best of AI at work.

PES: setting the right conditions for workers to make the best of AI at work.

Today ministers from the Party of European Socialists gathered in Warsaw ahead of the informal meeting of Social Affairs Ministers organised by the Polish Council…

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PES heralds news SPD to play leading role in new government

PES heralds news SPD to play leading role in new government

Today, our member party, the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD), reached an agreement in Germany to form a coalition with centrist parties, the Christian…

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PES stands shoulder to shoulder at CHP Congress in Ankara, commends Özgür Özel on re-election

PES stands shoulder to shoulder at CHP Congress in Ankara, commends Özgür Özel on re-election

On Saturday, a delegation of the PES travelled to Ankara to support our associated member party in Turkey, the Republican People’s Party (CHP) and its…

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Our delegation in Turkey:  Stop arresting protesters, free Ekrem Imamoğlu

Our delegation in Turkey:  Stop arresting protesters, free Ekrem Imamoğlu

We stand with Ekrem İmamoğlu, the brave protesters against the regime of Erdoğan and with the democratic opposition. This message was delivered directly in Turkey…

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We must bring Cohesion Policy up to date while building on its essence, PES ministers say

We must bring Cohesion Policy up to date while building on its essence, PES ministers say

PES ministers met today ahead of the GAC Cohesion Council meeting in Brussels and a few months before the Commission is expected to put forward…

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PES Environment Ministers voice support for the Clean Industrial Deal and international cooperation

PES Environment Ministers voice support for the Clean Industrial Deal and international cooperation

Ahead of the Environment Council today, PES Environment ministers gathered in Brussels to discuss how the Clean Industrial Deal drives climate action and competitiveness, and…

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PES Presidency adopts declaration on defence, announces next Congress and supports the opposition in Turkey, Israel

PES Presidency adopts declaration on defence, announces next Congress and supports the opposition in Turkey, Israel

The Party of European Socialists (PES) adopted a declaration on European defence, strengthened its ranks with the nomination of a new full member party from…

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We must step up European security, defence and competitiveness – not at expense of social and environmental progress

We must step up European security, defence and competitiveness – not at expense of social and environmental progress

The Party of European Socialists welcomed European Council President António Costa, our PES European commissioners, party leaders and other high-level figures from the PES-family via…

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PES condemns the arrest of Ekrem İmamoğlu – Erdoğan’s main rival in Turkish presidential election

The Party of European Socialists (PES) strongly condemns the recent wave of arrests targeting opposition figures in Turkey, a move clearly orchestrated by President Recep…

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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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Our hearts and minds are with the millions of people who mourn Pope Francis's death today. His Holiness deeply cаред about peace, inequality, climate change, migration, and eradicating world hunger. See MoreSee Less
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🇺🇦 Our family stands behind the campaign #BringKidsBack.There are thousands of Ukrainian children who were forcibly taken from their families by Russia.These children were ripped away from their loved ones and their roots, and scattered across Russia to be adopted by Russian families or to grow up in state institutions.Our message is clear: #ChildrenAreNonNegotiable and they must be brought back home to their families.Photos: Antonio Costa, Frans Timmermans, Tanja Fajon, Glenn Micallef See MoreSee Less
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