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Europe must stand together when migration pressure rises
Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law

Europe must stand together when migration pressure rises

Europe needs a strong MFF to secure the future of farming and fisheries
Environment, Climate, Energy

Europe needs a strong MFF to secure the future of farming and fisheries

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
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
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
Florence Debate highlights stark choice facing voters
May 2, 2019

Florence Debate highlights stark choice facing voters

Another strong performance from PES Common Candidate Frans Timmermans in the Florence debate today underlined the clear choice facing European voters – a progressive Europe built on cooperation, or a divided Europe focused on confrontation.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Frans Timmermans wins key debate in race for EU Commission top job
April 29, 2019

Frans Timmermans wins key debate in race for EU Commission top job

The socialist candidate to become the next President of the European Commission, Frans Timmermans, put in a confident performance tonight at the Maastricht debate, the first Spitzenkandidaten showdown ahead of the European elections. An online audience vote consistently showed Frans Timmermans in the lead, ultimately being voted the winner of the debate with 43% of votes cast in his favour.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law

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