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We bring together the Socialist, Social Democratic and Labour Parties of the European Union and shape progressive policies.

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2024 PES Election Congress

The 2024 PES Election Congress took place on 2 March, in Rome.
The PES Election Congress elected Nicolas Schmit as our common candidate and adopted the PES manifesto for the EU elections of this June.

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PES stands with Zita Gurmai against persecution from Orban regime

PES stands with Zita Gurmai against persecution from Orban regime

The PES is deeply worried by the news that the Hungarian Prosecutor’s Office interrogated Zita Gurmai, president of PES Women and a member of the…

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity
Serbian Parliament Plenary

PES condemns hate speech used in the Serbian Parliament

The PES condemns the hate speech used by prominent members of the Serbian ruling party during a recent session of the National Assembly of the…

Future of Europe & Neighbourhood
PES Women at CSW: eradicate poverty of women and girls to strengthen global gender equality

PES Women at CSW: eradicate poverty of women and girls to strengthen global gender equality

From 11 – 15 March, PES Women President Zita Gurmai, Vice-President Katrine Skov, and Coordinator Ana Pirtskhalava were in New York for the 68th session of the…

Gender Equality, Feminism, Diversity
PES Common Candidate Nicolas Schmit (right) shakes hands with Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez. Also pictured on front row (from left) S&D President Iratxe García and Prime Minister of Portugal António Costa. Pictured back row (from left): PES Deputy Secretary General Saar van Bueren, LSAP Luxembourg lead candidate for the European elections Marc Angel, PS Belgium lead candidate for the European elections Elio di Rupo and interim leader of Vooruit Melissa Depraetere.

European Council must deliver a truly secure Europe for citizens

A secure Europe is not just a well-defended Europe, it is a Union that acts to provide security to its citizens. From defence to employment,…

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PES hails new Directive to support quality traineeships and end exploitation

The Party of European Socialists (PES) commends European Commissioner Nicolas Schmit for taking clear action to improve working conditions for trainees, including pay, inclusiveness and…

Employment, Social affairs, Health
European Commissioner Nicolas Schmit. Photo: European Union, 2024. Source: EC - Audiovisual Service

PES welcomes actions to tackle labour and skills shortages

The Party of European Socialists (PES) commends European Commissioner Nicolas Schmit for the action plan to tackle labour and skills shortages, to be activated by…

Economy, Finance, Cohesion
Tiago Antunes, Secretary of State for European Affairs, Portugal (left) and Yonnec Polet, Deputy Secretary-General, PES

PES Europe ministers: EU must provide progressive solutions and security amidst global instability

From international instability to social precariousness, the EU must be a source of security for its citizens. This starts with ensuring continued support for Ukraine….

Future of Europe & Neighbourhood
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PES: only sustainable farming can guarantee long-term food security

Sustainable farming is the future. Europe must embrace it, not roll back progress. This is the message today from Europe’s socialist family as it condemns…

Environment, Climate, Energy
Progressive deal reached to foster sustainable and responsible behaviour in the global value chains

Progressive deal reached to foster sustainable and responsible behaviour in the global value chains

The Party of European Socialists (PES) welcomes the approval by the Council of the interinstitutional agreement on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive reached by…

Peace, International Affairs & Cooperation

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What we fight for

Europe needs to overcome inequality, fight for tax justice, tackle the
threat of climate change, harness the digital revolution, ensure a fair
agricultural transformation, manage migration better.
  • Employment, Social Affairs & Health

    In our electoral programme, we said it loud and clear: our top priority is that Europeans, women and men, must have a decent job that allows good quality of life. We fight for a Europe that leaves no-one behind. Through education, training and social programmes when needed, everyone should be given a chance at a good life. More about Employment, Social Affairs & Health
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  • Energy & Environment

    The PES stands for a sustainable, energy-efficient and environmentally aware Europe. We stand for an ambitious European Green Deal: the EU must be at the forefront of protecting nature and its resources and the fight against pollution and climate change.
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  • Economy & Finance

    We believe that the economy must always serve society, and not the other way round. Throughout the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2019 coronavirus pandemic, we’ve been fighting for investment in jobs, growth-inducing sectors and people – and in particular youth – as a crucial element to bring about a sustainable economic recovery. The fight is far from over, but we’ve managed to bring about a shift in European policy, bringing the EU slowly back on track. More about Economy & Finance
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  • Youth & Education

    Together with its partners, the PES has launched a major campaign to put young people’s issues at the top of the EU agenda: UpToYouth. This campaign builds on the PES European Youth Plan, which focused on improving the prospects of young people across Europe. We want action on young people’s priorities: climate change, tackling youth unemployment, access to quality education, healthcare for all, and decent housing. More about Youth & Education
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  • Equality

    We are a feminist party, which fights for equal rights and opportunities for all women, men and non-binary people. Gender equality and LGBTI rights are crucial for well-functioning democracies, and any form of discrimination is unacceptable in our modern European societies. More about Equality
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  • Democracy & Human Rights

    Enhancing European democracy is one of our main priorities. We want to engage the public and policy makers around three main pillars: fundamental rights, accountability, and participation. More about Democracy & Human Rights
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  • Future of Europe

    Europe’s future belongs to all of us. That’s why it must work for everyone, reflecting the needs and aspirations of all our citizens. A Europe that works for the people. We are fighting for a resilient European Union, with stronger institutions that are better connected with citizens. We want an EU which meets future challenges and delivers the more social and sustainable Europe citizens want. More about Future of Europe
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  • International Affairs & Cooperation

    The PES is working for a better world. Europe has a major role to play on the international scene and must show its commitment to a just, democratic, peaceful and sustainable world. The PES works with progressive international partners to support this vision in Europe, its neighbourhood, and beyond. More about International Affairs & Cooperation
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  • Security & Justice

    The security and safety of all citizens in Europe is a key priority. Together with our Justice and Home Affairs Ministers, representatives from our parties and partners, we’re pushing for an agenda that prioritises the security of all citizens hand in hand with social and integration policies, always with full respect of individual and collective rights. More about Security & Justice
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PES Women promoting gender equality and women’s rights

PES Women is the women’s organisation of the Party of European Socialists (PES) promoting gender equality and women’s rights both inside and outside the party.

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PES activists fight for a fairer Europe

PES Activists are the grassroots of the socialist and social democratic family.

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We are the Party of European Socialists. We work for a Europe with more economic justice, sustainability, non-discrimination and equality between women and men.

❌ We strongly condemn the hate speech used by prominent members of the Serbian ruling party SNS during a recent session of the National Assembly of the Republic of Serbia. This is not the first time SNS attacked European Parliament members. Current attacks are even more dangerous considering that additional instability in the region has been fueled from the plenary of the Serbian National Assembly. Read more 👇pes.eu/future-europe/pes-condemns-hate-speech-used-in-the-serbian-parliament/Stranka slobode i pravde See MoreSee Less
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Young people are not only the future – they are the present. And they need support today. Nicolas Schmit Check the pledges of our common candidate to the EU elections Nicolas Schmit for young people.#EuropeWeWant #youth See MoreSee Less
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Our secretary general Giacomo Filibeck attended the Progressive Alliance Board Meeting and Conference in the Americas in Brazil during the last weekend. With Machris Cabreros, Coordinator of the Progressive Alliance and high representatives of progressive parties from South and North America he discussed next steps for progressive cooperation around the world and the next Progressive Alliance Global Convention. See MoreSee Less
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