News & press releases

A united left is good news for Poland
July 21, 2019

A united left is good news for Poland

A strong and united progressive force is a positive development for Poland, the Party of European Socialists said today as it welcomed the emergence of a new left-wing political block in the country.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
No compromising on the Rule of Law, progressive ministers urge
July 18, 2019

No compromising on the Rule of Law, progressive ministers urge

The ministers of European Affairs from the Party of European Socialists called on the next European Commission to keep the same level of ambition on the Rule of Law process in Europe. A soft approach would undermine the excellent work done so far by the Commission’s First Vice-President, Frans Timmermans.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES backs Frans Timmermans and Spitzenkandidat process
June 27, 2019

PES backs Frans Timmermans and Spitzenkandidat process

The Party of European Socialists today reiterates its firm commitment to the Spitzenkandidat process as the key democratic link between the voters of Europe, represented in the European Parliament, and the leadership of the European Commission.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
Another Nordic country forms social democratic government
June 26, 2019

Another Nordic country forms social democratic government

The Party of European Socialists warmly congratulates new Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, and the Danish Social Democratic Party, on forming a new government.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES saddened by death of former Cyprus President Dimitris Christofias
June 25, 2019

PES saddened by death of former Cyprus President Dimitris Christofias

The Party of European Socialists mourns the passing of former Cyprus President Dimitris Christofias, who died on Friday at the age of 72.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES leaders: Frans Timmermans is the clear choice for Commission President
June 20, 2019

PES leaders: Frans Timmermans is the clear choice for Commission President

Frans Timmermans is the best candidate for President of the European Commission, with the skills, experience and ideas needed to rejuvenate Europe, Prime Ministers and leaders from the Party of European Socialists said today.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law

No more items found

No more items found