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Yes Summer Camp
Youth, Education, Inclusiveness

Katarina Barley at the YES Summer Camp: A Europe that works for youth is our priority

The President of the S&D Group in the European Parliament and First Vice-President of the PES Iratxe García Pérez congratulates Ursula von der Leyen on her re-election as President of the European Commission moments after the result of the vote was announced.
PES

Socialists and democrats will hold Commission President to progressive promises

Eurovision Debate: Timmermans promises a Europe that leaves nobody behind
May 15, 2019

Eurovision Debate: Timmermans promises a Europe that leaves nobody behind

Frans Timmermans tonight set out his progressive vision for a European Union which prioritises the fight against climate change, tackles inequalities and injustice, and is true to its core values of democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
PES deeply saddened by the death of former PSOE leader Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba
May 10, 2019

PES deeply saddened by the death of former PSOE leader Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba

The Party of European Socialists is deeply saddened by the death of Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba, a former leader of PSOE and a former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior of Spain, at the age of 67.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Election re-run is worrying sign for Turkish democracy
May 7, 2019

Election re-run is worrying sign for Turkish democracy

The PES is deeply worried about the frequent attempts of the Turkish Government and President Erdoğan to change the results of the Istanbul Mayoral elections, held at the end of March, which saw the AKP lose power in the city.

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
ARD ‘European Election Arena’: Timmermans discusses ideas for a fairer and more sustainable Europe with live TV audience in Cologne
May 7, 2019

ARD ‘European Election Arena’: Timmermans discusses ideas for a fairer and more sustainable Europe with live TV audience in Cologne

Frans Timmermans tonight set out his plans for the future of the European Union in a live TV debate with his conservative rival on ARD in Germany.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
New President brings North Macedonia one step closer to European future
May 6, 2019

New President brings North Macedonia one step closer to European future

The PES welcomes the historic victory of associate member party Socijaldemokratski Sojuz na Makedonija (SDSM) in Sunday’s presidential vote, which brings the Republic of North Macedonia one step closer to joining the family of European nations.

Future of Europe & Neighbourhood
OpEd: If Europe doesn’t care for the people, the people won’t care for Europe
May 3, 2019

OpEd: If Europe doesn’t care for the people, the people won’t care for Europe

Later this year member states will negotiate the EU’s budget for 2021-2027. It will be a complex, technical and (most likely) tortuous task. But, if we are going to get an agreement that allows Europe to thrive, member states need to appreciate the value – not just the price – of what’s being negotiated.

Employment, Social affairs, Health

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