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Statement of solidarity on the political developments in Bulgaria

Statement of solidarity on the political developments in Bulgaria

PES expresses its deep concern about the latest political developments in Bulgaria.
We deplore the fact that the new government, created after the early parliamentary elections, is highly dependent on a political formation known for its nationalist, anti-humane, anti-European and xenophobic views. This support is based on an official agreement between Patriotic Front and the leading party in the government – GERB, member of EPP.

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PES President supports Victor Ponta as the “Prime Minister who follows a  progressive, social and democratic agenda for Romania”

PES President supports Victor Ponta as the “Prime Minister who follows a progressive, social and democratic agenda for Romania”

After a tight race in the Romanian presidential elections, the Party of European Socialists (PES) President Sergei Stanishev wants to express his full support for the PSD candidate Victor Ponta, who has been Prime Minister of Romania since May 2012.

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PES European Affairs Ministers meet in Brussels

PES European Affairs Ministers meet in Brussels

Today, 18 November, Ministers from the PES family in charge of European Affairs met to coordinate their positions ahead of the General Affairs Council in Brussels.

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The fall of Berlin Wall, “a democratic domino effect that changed the lives  of millions of Europeans“, says PES President

The fall of Berlin Wall, “a democratic domino effect that changed the lives of millions of Europeans“, says PES President

Sunday 9 November marks 25 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the Party of European Socialists (PES) joined the celebration of what has been called the ‘peaceful revolution’.

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Presidential elections: “Victor Ponta will open a new chapter in Romanian  democracy”, says PES President

Presidential elections: “Victor Ponta will open a new chapter in Romanian democracy”, says PES President

Party of European Socialists (PES) President Sergei Stanishev expressed today his support for Victor Ponta as candidate for President of Romania. The first round of the elections will take place on 2 November. Recent polls indicate Mr Ponta as the clear winner.

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Commission Approved by Parliament – strong social democratic voice  assured

Commission Approved by Parliament – strong social democratic voice assured

The European Parliament voted today to approve the Juncker Commission, putting in place eight strong social-democrats who will shape Europe’s future. Frans Timmermans will act as first vice-president, leading the Commission’s work in key policy areas such as sustainable development and the rule of law. Timmermans will also supervise the important balancing act between EU policy and national government sovereignty.

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