Today, the Socialists and Democrats have voted against the request for the urgent procedure on the so-called “stop-the-clock” that delays the implementation of agreed legislation on due diligence and corporate reporting requirements. Unfortunately, after days of negotiations with the main pro-European political groups, an agreement and structured cooperation have not been established.The Socialists and Democrats remain open to negotiations to simplify procedures and reporting for businesses,and to improve citizens’ lives. However, we have a clear red line: any cooperation with the…
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⚠️European Commissioner Jessika Roswall must explain why the Commission is unfairly singling out NGOs under the LIFE programme, as shown in yesterday’s Commission statement. This politically motivated move risks legitimising right-wing attacks to silence civil society. We won’t
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📉Lower energy costs 💶stable prices ✊the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism are key to a competitive, clean steel & metals industry. We must cut reliance on imports, invest in renewables & clean tech and boost circularity. Millions of jobs & our autonomy depend on this! @chahim.bsky.social
⚠️European Commissioner Jessika Roswall must explain why the Commission is unfairly singling out NGOs under the LIFE programme, as shown in yesterday’s Commission statement. This politically motivated move risks legitimising right-wing attacks to silence civil society. We won’t accept this.
Due to the dramatic situation in Gaza and the critical situation of its civilians, S&D requests a debate to address issues such as the war in Gaza, ceasefire negotiations, the future of the Two-State Solution, Israel’s internal politics, and EU-Israel relations.
Thousands protest Erdoğan’s assault on democracy. The unlawful arrest of the Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and dozens of others, is yet another attack on fundamental rights. S&Ds demand the immediate release of all unjustly detained. Türkiye’s slide into authoritarianism must not go unchallenged!
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Welcome to our group meeting, HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social Amidst tense geopolitical competition, Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine, a trade war with Trump and the ongoing strikes on Gaza, it is crucial for the EU to play a leading role. Let’s discuss together about a real Defence Union.
Cohesion policy is key to a stronger, fairer EU by: ✊job creation ✊boosting competitiveness ✊ensuring territorial equality Local/regional authorities must stay at the 🩶 of cohesion funds. New priorities like defense must not come at the expense of the poorest regions. @mrossemp.bsky.social