News & press releases
Government of FYR Macedonia should respect fundamental democratic values in dealing with opposition
The PES has followed with increased concern the recent developments taking place in FYR Macedonia. In a televised press conference, Macedonian PM Gruevski accused Zoran Zaev, leader of the Macedonian Social Democratic Union of espionage and violent threats against government officials, but so far no official charges have been brought against him by the Public Prosecutor. The accusations came a week before he was about to release alleged evidence of widespread phone tapping and electoral fraud on part of the Macedonian government.
PES Presidency: “the answer to terrorism and extremism is unity”
The PES Presidency stressed today the importance of protecting our democratic values against extremist threats and terrorist acts like the recent tragic events in France. The declaration “United against fear” was approved during the meeting, a strong-worded document that urges “all European political parties to fight against contemporary totalitarian ideologies, against extremism, against all those who try to frame our societies and our values in categories or boxes, where the other is a threat for our safety”.
PES strongly condemns killing of Egyptian activist Shaimaa al-Sabbagh
On the 25th of January 2011, we were all wakened up by an unprecedented mobilisation of thousands of peaceful and hopeful Egyptians who, through the streets of Cairo, conquered Tahrir Square demanding freedom and democracy for their country. Since that day many events have shaped the country and the whole region, both for the best and for the worst – the last one being the killing of 32-year old socialist activist Shaimaa al-Sabbagh.
PES President: Alliance for a European Moldova “the pro-European government that Moldova needs”
The Party of European Socialists (PES) welcomes the newly-formed coalition ‘Alliance for a European Moldova’ and congratulates the Democratic Party of Moldova (PDM) for achieving this important political agreement.
PES President condemns brutal attack at French magazine office
In reaction to the terrorist attack on Charlie Hebdo magazine today, killing at least 12 people, PES President Sergei Stanishev stated: “Today is a dark day for freedom of the press. This dreadful attack is a terrible blow to democracy, and our thoughts are with the victims, their families and all the others caught up in this tragic attack. The perpetrators of these cowardly murders must be caught and brought before justice without delay”.
European Parliament resolution on recognition of Palestine statehood “a significant step on the road to peace”, says PES President
Today, the European Parliament passed a resolution that supports ‘in principle recognition of Palestinian statehood and the two state solution’ as part of peace talks in the region. The Party of European Socialists (PES) has welcomed the resolution and the constructive approach taken by the large majority who supported this initiative, which highlights the significance of the European Union as a positive actor in the peace process.
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