News & press releases

PES welcomes further sign of unity of the Polish left
November 7, 2019

PES welcomes further sign of unity of the Polish left

The Party of European Socialists welcomes the decision of the Polish left to form a single group in the Polish parliament.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Twitter’s ban of political ads is good for democracy
October 31, 2019

Twitter’s ban of political ads is good for democracy

The Party of European Socialists welcomes the move by Twitter to ban all political advertising from its feed in order to protect the integrity of public discussion. The PES believes all political parties must be able to pitch their ideas to the public and engage in meaningful conversation, without distortion from big money.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES Presidency in Helsinki agrees progressive priorities for new mandate
October 25, 2019

PES Presidency in Helsinki agrees progressive priorities for new mandate

We will drive forward Europe so it is a beacon for sustainability and social rights across the world, the Party of European Socialists said today at the meeting of its Presidency.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES welcomes new Rainbow Rose board
October 21, 2019

PES welcomes new Rainbow Rose board

PES LGBTI Associate Member, Rainbow Rose, has elected a new board at its annual General Assembly in Madrid.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Progressives in Poland and Hungary gaining trust
October 14, 2019

Progressives in Poland and Hungary gaining trust

Progressives in Poland and Hungary improved their results as they gained more support from voters, after they stood united with other progressive, democratic forces against the authoritarian drift in both countries. The results from the local elections in Hungary and the General election in Poland are turning the tide of nationalist, far-right populism in the region, the Party of European Socialists (PES) said.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Costa’s leftist policies endorsed by the Portuguese people
October 7, 2019

Costa’s leftist policies endorsed by the Portuguese people

The Party of European Socialists warmly congratulates Partido Socialista, our member party from Portugal, and Prime Minister António Costa on their clear victory in the general election held on Sunday.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law

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