News & press releases

The President of the S&D Group in the European Parliament and First Vice-President of the PES Iratxe García Pérez congratulates Ursula von der Leyen on her re-election as President of the European Commission moments after the result of the vote was announced.
PES

Socialists and democrats will hold Commission President to progressive promises

PES President Stefan Löfven (left) speaks with President of Brazil Lula da Silva (right) at the PES Together for Global Justice meeting in Brussels, Belgium, July 2023.
Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation

G20: PES President backs Brazil’s proposal for global deal to tax ultra-rich

PES ministers: the EU must combat social imbalances
September 24, 2021

PES ministers: the EU must combat social imbalances

The time has come to give social and macroeconomic matters equal consideration in the European Semester, Employment and Social Affairs Ministers from the Party of European Socialists said today.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
PES Women: sexual and reproductive health and rights must be defended and promoted by all in society
September 24, 2021

PES Women: sexual and reproductive health and rights must be defended and promoted by all in society

Sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) are a cross-cutting issue and a fundamental pillar of women’s rights and gender equality that must be strengthened with a joint effort by all citizens, decision-makers and generations. This was the conclusion of the PES Women Gender Equality Network today.

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity
“Make your voices heard” – PES Europe ministers urge citizens
September 21, 2021

“Make your voices heard” – PES Europe ministers urge citizens

Democracy thrives from meaningful dialogue between citizens and politicians; this is why the Conference on the Future of Europe is so important. It is time to make your voices heard, progressive Europe ministers urged citizens today.

Future of Europe & Neighbourhood
SOTEU: prioritise social, green, and fundamental rights, EU socialists demand
September 15, 2021

SOTEU: prioritise social, green, and fundamental rights, EU socialists demand

The last year required unprecedented action to avert crises. To secure a real recovery for all citizens, proposals for the next twelve months demand equally bold thinking. This was the message from the Party of European Socialists as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered the 2021 State of the European Union.

Future of Europe & Neighbourhood
PES congratulates Norwegian Labour Party on great election victory
September 14, 2021

PES congratulates Norwegian Labour Party on great election victory

The Party of European Socialists welcomes the victory of the Norwegian Labour Party – DNA (Det Norske Arbeiderparti) – at the general election in Norway yesterday.

Democracy, Justice, Rule of Law
PES Women highlights the plight of women in conflict and calls for international solidarity and action plan
September 10, 2021

PES Women highlights the plight of women in conflict and calls for international solidarity and action plan

Meeting online today, the PES Women Executive reiterated its condemnation of the situation in Afghanistan and the members expressed their full support for the country’s women and activists.

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity

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