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PES welcomes the endorsement of Kamala Harris as presidential candidate by the U.S. Democrats
Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation

PES welcomes the endorsement of Kamala Harris as presidential candidate by the U.S. Democrats

Giacomo Filibeck and Salvador Ilia
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PES congratulates the newly elected President of Catalonia, Salvador Illa

PES supports European Parliament resolution demanding the liberation of Selahattin Demirtas
January 21, 2021

PES supports European Parliament resolution demanding the liberation of Selahattin Demirtas

The Party of European Socialists stands behind the resolution adopted today by the European Parliament demanding the liberation of Selahattin Demirtaş – a Kurdish opposition leader who has been held in prison in Turkey since 2016. Demirtas is the former co-chair of the PES-associate pro-Kurdish party HDP (People’s Democratic Party).

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
PES ENVI Network: the drive for eco-friendly and fair societies starts with sustainable cities
January 20, 2021

PES ENVI Network: the drive for eco-friendly and fair societies starts with sustainable cities

Europe’s cities can be world-leaders on environmental and social justice, if they embrace progressive priorities. This was the conclusion as the PES Environment, Climate Change and Energy Network convened by videoconference today.

Environment, Climate, Energy
Biden Harris presidency brings hope of renewed transatlantic relationship
January 20, 2021

Biden Harris presidency brings hope of renewed transatlantic relationship

Today’s inauguration marks the beginning of a new era of US-EU relations, the Party of European Socialists said today. After the failed experiment of the last four years, trust and cooperation can finally be rebuilt.

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
Imprisonment of Kremlin critic is an affront to the Rule of Law, he must be freed
January 19, 2021

Imprisonment of Kremlin critic is an affront to the Rule of Law, he must be freed

The Party of European Socialists condemns the detention of the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny and welcomes the declaration released on behalf of the EU by High Representative Josep Borrell.

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation
EU must continue focusing on effective rollout of Covid-19 vaccine
January 15, 2021

EU must continue focusing on effective rollout of Covid-19 vaccine

Vaccine rollout must remain a priority for the EU, Europe ministers from the PES said today as they assessed the COVID-19 situation in Europe and agreed that regular coordination discussions are necessary. Member States need transparent national vaccine strategies so citizens can have confidence in the process and progress across Europe can be determined.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Capitol violence: A dangerous attempt to undermine democracy in the USA
January 7, 2021

Capitol violence: A dangerous attempt to undermine democracy in the USA

The Party of European Socialists is deeply shocked and concerned by the violence at the Capitol in Washington yesterday – the latest consequence of President Trump’s continued attacks on democracy in the USA.

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation

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