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The Retreat of our MEPs: dialogue, frankness and prioritization

On the 3rd of September, our EDP members of the European Parliament gathered in the historic and picturesque setting of the fortress of Namur, a magnificent structure that proudly overlooks the Meuse and Sambre rivers. This retreat, graciously organized and hosted by our affiliated party, Les Engagés, provided a unique opportunity for our MEPs to step away from the bustling corridors of parliamentary life and engage in meaningful dialogue in a setting conducive to reflection and collaboration.

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EBU Eurovision Debate 2024

On May 23, 2024, the EBU Eurovision Debate brought together the lead candidates for the presidency of the European Commission in a high-stakes discussion held in the European Parliament in Brussels. This debate was widely broadcast across Europe through public service media channels and online platforms, ensuring extensive reach and engagement with audiences all over the continent.

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Bruegel and Financial Times Debate

The Bruegel Debate, titled “Economic Choices for Europe: EU Leadership Debate 2024,” was held on May 21, 2024, in Brussels, gathering leading candidates from key European parties for an in-depth discussion on the critical economic issues set to shape Europe’s future. Organized by Bruegel in partnership with the Financial Times, this debate provided a platform for candidates to elaborate on their respective economic policies and visions.

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Renew Europe Now Kick-off campaign event – 20 March 2024

March 20th, 2024, marked a significant event on the European political landscape. The Renew Europe Now campaign kick-off event, heralding a new electoral platform, brought together the – European Democrats and the other centrist forces . Held at the Musées royaux d’Art et d’Histoire in Brussels, Belgium, this event was more than just a meeting of minds; it was a clarion call to liberal, centrist, and democratic forces across Europe. Over 800 people were in attendance, underscoring the widespread interest in and support for the Renew Europe Now campaign.

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The EDP Convention in Florence – 8 March 2024

After months of preparation, the time had finally come: on 8 March, our EDP Convention took place at Stazione Leopolda in Florence, where we were finally able to share our eagerly awaited manifesto with the world. With over 1000 guests in attendance, the event was a resounding success.

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Sandro Gozi

Renew Europe Now: priorities and candidates. Interview to Sandro Gozi

Nominated on 8th March as the European Democratic Party’s (EDP) top candidate, Sandro Gozi, the party’s current Secretary General and a member of the French delegation of the Renew Europe group in the European Parliament since 2020, talks about the priorities of his campaign and those of the ‘Renew Europe Now’ platform that will be launched in Brussels on 20th March. Given the breakthrough of the far right predicted by recent polls, he believes that much of the election will be played out in Italy, where he still hopes that the Italian parties belonging to Renew Europe will form a united list. He also remains convinced that his political family will be represented in the EU’s top posts after the elections, recalling the group’s priorities on defence, the rule of law and enlargement.

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Europe in the spotlight in Brittany with Marie-Pierre Vedrenne

The event focused on parliamentary simulations, offering middle and high school students an immersive experience in the working field of European politics. These simulations, planned by the Breizh France Finistère association, have been designed to be both educational and engaging. They allowed the young participants to slip into the shoes of MEPs, debating and making decisions on current European issues.

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