News & press releases
PES Leaders stand together for inclusive Europe
Protecting the European project in context of the rise of the far right and eurosceptism was the principle topic of discussion between social democratic Prime Ministers and leaders at a meeting in Brussels ahead of the EU Council today. At a far ranging meeting they discussed:
– The current EU context and the threat of populism and the far right
– The refugee crisis
– How to tackle terrorism in the EU
– The upcoming UK EU referendum
Training, Exchange, Progress – The 3rd PES Training Academy
From the 3 to the 6 December 2015 the Party of European Socialists (PES) organized its third European Training Academy together with the Social Democratic Party of Austria (SPÖ). The training academy brings together PES member party staff and activists to share, train and exchange best practices of political campaigning, organization and communications.
European integration of Western Balkan countries remains PES priority
This Tuesday the European Commission finally published the 2015 progress reports for EU accession countries. A shadow of doubt had loomed that they were being delayed due to EPP fears that criticism towards Turkey might thwart a deal on refugees.
The PES call for Council’s quick approval on the EU Electoral Reform just approved
The European Parliament has voted to reform EU electoral law, approving the proposed amendments after months of discussions. The PES welcomes MEPs’ approval on EU Electoral Reform during the plenary which is a good step forward towards better harmonized, more accessible and truly European elections. These changes would provide an opportunity to revitalize EU citizens’ interest towards Europe and the elections.
Croatia: Social Democrats should be in the lead of forming government
Croatians did not name an unconditional winner at the general elections yesterday (Nov 8) but one thing is for sure – the Croatian Social Democrats received huge support from the voters and SDP is the force everyone should take in to account.
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