PES President Sergei Stanishev said:
“The message from this election is very clear – Spain wants a progressive government led by Prime Minister Sanchez.
“This is the second time this year that PSOE has emerged as the largest party at a general election. I hope the new parliament recognises this fact and acts constructively to allow a new progressive government to take shape. This is the responsible thing to do.
“PSOE won this election on progressive principles – gender equality, better conditions for workers, and investment in public services. Now it is time to deliver on this for Spain’s citizens with a stable, progressive, government.”
Following Sunday’s result – where PES member PSOE secured 120 seats, retaining its position as the largest party in the Spanish Parliament – Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has signalled his intention to form a new government.
Prime Minister Sánchez has a strong progressive record, which includes significantly raising Spain’s minimum wage, helping millions of low paid workers, and appointing a majority-female cabinet – the first in Spain’s history. PSOE campaigned to build on these successes, further strengthening women’s rights, investing in social policies, and ensuring a positive European future for Spain.
The PES looks forward to continuing to work alongside our Spanish colleagues as we push collectively for a progressive Europe.
