Statement from YEPP President Lidia Pereira on Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
Brussels, Belgium – In response to the clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh, the President of the Youth of the People’s Party (YEPP) Lidia Pereira , made the following statement: YEPP condemn these acts of violence and calls for peaceful and constructive dialogue to resolve the conflict between these neighbouring states. We must actively […]
#WithBelarus: Statement on Situation in Belarus from Youth of the European People’s Party
In Sunday’s Presidential Elections, the people of the Republic of Belarus went out to vote for democracy, freedom and the rule of law. This strength, determination for change and movement to end autocratic rule is commendable and we stand #WithBelarus. The EU has repeatedly called for fair and free elections, but the events which occcured following the […]
YEPP Statement on the #EUCO agreement
Brussels, Belgium – Yesterday morning, on the 21st of July, EU leaders agreed on the terms of the Multiannual Financial Framework 2021-2027 as well as the Recovery Plan titled Next Generation EU. Throughout the discussions surrounding the MFF and recovery plan, the narrative has been clear, it needs to be people centred, sustainable as well as green. The pandemic has brought numerous implications […]
YEPP Board Statement – Serbia
As the largest youth political organization in Europe, YEPP commends the dedication and efforts of the authorities of Serbia, led by President Aleksandar Vucic, in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Responsible and timely actions prevented a large-scale infection of the population, thus protecting the overall health and lives of the citizens of Serbia. At […]
YEPP Board meets with President Von der Leyen to discuss the EU’s recovery strategy and priorities post COVID-19
Brussels, Belgium – On the 3rd of June, the YEPP Board held an e-meeting with European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen where numerous issues were discussed including Covid-19, ‘Next Generation EU’, EU-China relations and the role of the youth. The meeting opened with introductory remarks by YEPP President and MEP Lidia Pereira where she […]
Recovery Plan: President von der Leyen presents #NextGenerationEurope
Brussels, Belgium – Today, President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, presented the EU budget and Recovery proposal to the European Parliament. During this meeting, the Recovery Plan titled #NextGenerationEurope, which brings forward a total of €750 billion to aid in the complete recovery of the union, was introduced. This recovery proposal will […]
YEPP calls for the immediate release of Belind Kellici
YEPP strongly condemns the arrest of Belind Kellici, chairman of FRPD Albania, and several peaceful civil society activists and artists by the socialist regime in Albania. The destruction of Albania’s century old national theatre coupled with police brutality, especially during this global health crisis, is an act of violence that goes beyond the principles of […]
YEPP President and MEP Pereira calls for a people-centred Recovery Plan
Brussels, Belgium – The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the European Union, as it has not only become a fight against the virus but also against the implications on Europe’s future. During this week’s plenary session, President of YEPP and MEP Lidia Pereira discussed the need for a people-centred economic recovery. She began by recalling the 70th […]
YEPP Statement on Hungary
On the 30th of March 2020, the Hungarian government passed a law which permits the indefinite extension of ‘state of emergency’ in the country. This allows the Prime Minister to rule by decree without governmental or judicial enquiry as well as bar by-elections. Hungary has been under scrutiny as certain measures taken by the Hungarian […]
YEPP calls for an increase of the EU budget to combat COVID-19
Brussels, Belgium- On Saturday the 18th of April 2020, the Youth of the European People’s Party (YEPP) adopted the ‘Statement on the European Union joint reaction to the economic crisis caused by Covid-19 pandemic’. The coronavirus pandemic has heavily affected various sectors of the European Union including economy and health. Although, the EU has taken […]
