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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 Home Affairs ministers: 40 years of the Schengen Agreement – a cornerstone of European Unity

PES Home Affairs ministers: 40 years of the Schengen Agreement – a cornerstone of European Unity

Today in Luxembourg, PES Home Affairs ministers met ahead of the Justice and Home Affairs Council to coordinate the common positions of our progressive family….

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES welcomes the European Ocean Pact, calls for stronger commitments to save our oceans

PES welcomes the European Ocean Pact, calls for stronger commitments to save our oceans

Today, the European Commission presented the long-awaited European Ocean Pact ahead of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) taking place June 9th to 13th,…

Environment, Climate, Energy
PES welcomes Bulgaria’s green light to join the Eurozone

PES welcomes Bulgaria’s green light to join the Eurozone

The Party of European Socialists welcomes the report published today from the European Commission and the European Central Bank, which formally accepted Bulgaria’s bid to…

Economy, Finance, Cohesion
SEN Network: social expectations are high, the EU must deliver

SEN Network: social expectations are high, the EU must deliver

Today, the PES held its first meeting of the Social Europe Network (SEN) chaired by S&D Vice President Gaby Bischoff. Representatives of PES member parties, members of the European Parliament, trade unions, and civil society…

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Belarus: PES stands in solidarity with Narodnaya Hramada and Hramada: To think freely is to live freely

Belarus: PES stands in solidarity with Narodnaya Hramada and Hramada: To think freely is to live freely

The Party of European Socialists stands in solidarity with our observer member parties in Belarus as they face increased political suppression from the Lukashenko regime….

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES President Stefan Löfven at the ETUC Mid-Term conference: Against the politics of fear, we bring the politics of hope

PES President Stefan Löfven at the ETUC Mid-Term conference: Against the politics of fear, we bring the politics of hope

This week, a delegation from the Party of European Socialists (PES) attended the European Trade Union Confederation’s (ETUC) mid-term conference hosted by ETUC President Esther…

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Progressives at the heart of UK-EU rapprochement

Progressives at the heart of UK-EU rapprochement

The Party of European Socialists welcomes the news that the European Union and the United Kingdom have agreed a strategic partnership, marking a fundamental milestone…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
PES Women Executive adopts updated manifesto “Zero Tolerance Zone: A Europe Free from Gender-Based Violence

PES Women Executive adopts updated manifesto “Zero Tolerance Zone: A Europe Free from Gender-Based Violence

During its latest Executive meeting, members of PES Women adopted the updated version of the manifesto “Zero tolerance zone:  a Europe free from gender-based violence…

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity
PES: We stand by the BSP in its commitment to the Eurozone

PES: We stand by the BSP in its commitment to the Eurozone

The PES supports BSP–United Left in its consistent efforts to advance European integration and secure Bulgaria’s accession to the Eurozone. The decision by Bulgarian President…

Economy, Finance, Cohesion

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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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