🇸🇪 Best wishes to our member party Centerpartiet as their Congress starts today!

💙🩷 What a night for European liberalism! We’ve officially opened the doors of the Liberal House, a new home for ideas, dialogue and collaboration, bringing together ALDE Party, European Liberal Forum, FNF Europe and LYMEC under one roof. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

One thing’s certain: liberals know how to face the real monsters! 🎃 🧟 👻This Halloween, we’re remixing horror classics with a liberal twist, because the scariest thing of all is not speaking up.

European liberals condemn Georgian Dream’s move to ban opposition, including @LeloStrong. These are authoritarian tactics, not EU values. We demand free elections and the release of political prisoners. ALDE stands with Georgia’s fight for democracy 🇬🇪 #StandWithGeorgia #ALDEParty

🇳🇱 Congratulations to our member party @VVD and their leader @dilanyesilgoz_ on their result in the Dutch elections, securing 22 seats in parliament! #DutchElections #VVD

Congratulations to @D66 and leader @RobJetten on a historic result in the Dutch elections! 🇳🇱 Nearly tripling their seats from the last elections, D66 is putting liberal values at the heart of the Dutch parliament. #DutchElections #D66

Sudan’s conflict is still raging: millions are displaced and civilians are in danger. Liberals call for: 🇪🇺 Immediate ceasefire & safe zones 🚫 Arms embargo 💰 More humanitarian aid 📄 Read our latest resolution on ending the conflict. ➡️bit.ly/49mXJcw

It’s election week in the Netherlands, a decisive moment for the country. 🇳🇱 Swipe to discover what @D66 stands for: climate leadership, education, economy and democratic renewal!

This week, voters in the Netherlands head to the polls to shape their future. 🇳🇱 Swipe to learn more about our Dutch member party @vvd and their vision for a secure and prosperous society!

It’s a wrap for #ALDECongress 2025 in Brussels 🚀 🔥 European liberals are fired up and ready to make Europe a global superpower! Thank you to all our delegates and partners who made this Congress unforgettable. See you next year in Vienna! ✨

The results are in! Congratulations to our three re-elected #ALDEParty Vice-Presidents. 🇷🇴 Dan Barna 🇳🇱 Malik Azmani 🇩🇰 Eva Kjer Hansen #ALDECongress

🙌 IT’S TIME to make Europe a global superpower! At #ALDECongress, liberals from every corner of Europe come together to connect and debate new ideas for a stronger, freer Europe. Check out some of our favourite photos from Day 1 📸 More photos: bit.ly/49iGngM

🛡️ Europe must take charge of its own security. To defend our democracies and protect freedom, Europe needs the strength to stand on its own. A stronger Europe means a stronger alliance.

This morning, our President @svenjahahn.bsky.social joined @reneweurope.bsky.social leaders ahead of a critical European Council. With war on our borders, instability in our neighbourhood and rising extremism at home, it is time for Europe act with strength and unity.

🌐 Europe must lead with one voice in the world! In order to defend our interests and promote global freedom, Europe needs a seat at the negotiation table. It’s time for Europe to step up and reaffirm that openness and democracy are our greatest strengths. 👉 Join the debate at #ALDECongress

‼️ Europe must choose: lead as a global superpower or fade into irrelevance. In her new op-ed, ALDE Party President @svenjahahn.bsky.social calls for a strong, united and liberal Europe that can compete on the global stage. 👉 Read more in @euractiv.com: bit.ly/4oRyIuL

🇪🇺 Europe has a vision. Now, it’s time to step up. If we want Europe to be a global economic powerhouse, we need to accelerate innovation, scale up our startups and equip our citizens with the skills of the future.

🇪🇺 Liberals are working together to shape Europe’s future! Ahead of the #GAC and #ENVI Councils, our Ministers are in Luxembourg to coordinate strong, forward-looking positions. From the EU budget to climate protections, liberal leaders are:

🇪🇺 Ready to talk Europe with Romina Pourmokhtari? Catch Sweden’s Minister for Climate and Environment from @partietliberalerna.bsky.social live in Brussels at #ALDECongress on the 24-25 October! Ask your questions and join the debate on making Europe a global superpower 💪 BE THERE: bit.ly/41fVG5k

President Vučić has been repressing protestors, including using violence, for almost a year. Tomorrow President von der Leyen is visiting Serbia. We fear that Vučić will use her visit to claim that he has the support of European partners. We must not reward autocrats.

Smart policy and bold vision to make Europe a global superpower! 🇪🇺 Direct from the Council Presidency, Danish Minister for European Affairs Marie Bjerre joins us at #ALDECongress in Brussels on 24-25 October. 👉 Join us - register now: t.co/KwhsxixnqI

🏅 Congratulations to Maria Corina Machado on being awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize! Her tireless work promoting democracy for the people of Venezuela is an inspiration to liberals everywhere.

European liberals welcome the first phase of the ceasefire deal in Gaza. Lasting peace must follow, with all hostages released and a renewed commitment to a two-state solution.

📣 Announcing the candidates for the #ALDEParty Bureau! Our candidates for Vice-President are Malik Azmani, Dan Barna and Eva Kjer Hansen, with David Burke as the candidate for Treasurer. Find out more about the upcoming Bureau elections and #ALDECongress on 24-25 October ➡️ bit.ly/41fVG5k

Driving change for Estonia and for Europe 🚀🇪🇺 We’re excited to welcome @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social, Prime Minister of Estonia, to #ALDECongress in Brussels on 24-25 October! 👉 Don’t miss it - register now: bit.ly/41fVG5k

🌍 Can Europe actually become a global superpower? 🤑 Is the European economy dead? 🪖 Do we need a European army? These are the debates we don’t shy away from on UNFILTERED, the ALDE Party podcast. Mark world #PodcastDay with a listen: bit.ly/4mz3zuy

This morning, liberals in charge of research and education 📚 met for a discussion ahead of #COMPET Council, chaired by our Vice-President Rik Daems. On the agenda? Our shared priorities for the next Horizon Europe programme and using research and innovation to further our security and defence 🚀

🇲🇩 🇪🇺 Historic victory for Moldova! On Sunday, the pro-European vote won by a landslide, proving Moldova’s determination to carry out the reforms needed on its EU accession path.

🇸🇰 Fundamental rights are under attack in Slovakia! The Slovak Parliament has passed a constitutional amendment that: ❌ Bans gender transition ❌ Denies rights to same-sex families ❌ Undermines EU law and international human rights

The #ALDEParty Bureau meets today to chart the path for Europe’s liberals ahead of an important autumn. Ahead of our upcoming Congress, our commitment to freedom, democracy and a strong, united Europe has never been stronger 🍂🇪🇺 @svenjahahn.bsky.social

🌾🐟 Ahead of today’s #AGRIFISH Council of the European Union, liberals met to align on our shared priorities. Timmy Dooley, Anne-Catherine Dalcq and Elsi Katainen MEP discussed CAP reform, lifting bureaucratic burdens on our farmers, the EU budget and ongoing trade negotiations.

🙌 Thrilled to bring together the European liberal family for our annual meet and greet in Brussels last night. Check out some of our favourite photos from the event! More photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCuW6g #ALDEParty

EQUAL PAY NOW! It’s International #EqualPayDay. A yearly reminder that: Globally, women still earn 77 cents for every dollar men earn. In the EU, the gap is 13% 😱 🤰 Only 28% get paid maternity leave 💸 Nearly 65% of older women have no pension 😓 Women do 2.5× more unpaid care work on average

🚀 Europe’s time is now. Join us in Brussels on 24–25 October for #ALDECongress! This is where liberals from across Europe will shape our vision to strengthen Europe’s voice in the world. Don’t miss your seat at the table. ➡️ bit.ly/41fVG5k

🌟 🏆 LAST CHANCE! Is there a rising star on your radar? A liberal icon shaking things up? There’s only a few more days to submit your nominations for the 2025 Liberal Awards – don’t miss this opportunity ➡️ bit.ly/4nnni0N

From tragedy to peaceful action. Serbian students’ courageous call for a free and democratic 🇷🇸 has inspired many beyond their borders. Proud to see @reneweurope.bsky.social nominate them for the #SakharovPrize. ✊

🇪🇺 Following today’s #SOTEU debate, our President @svenjahahn.bsky.social called on Ursula von der Leyen to show leadership and deliver a clear vision for Europe.

📢 We’re hiring! ALDE Party is looking for a Communication Assistant to join our Brussels-based Secretariat. 🇪🇺 If you have a passion for European politics, strong communication skills and want to share the liberal vision across Europe, this is for you! Apply by 14 September: bit.ly/4273y9x

🌍✨ The countdown begins! On 24-25 October, liberals from across Europe will meet in Brussels for #ALDECongress. This year’s theme? Making Europe a Global Superpower 💪🇪🇺 Two days of debate, decisions and defining the future of liberal Europe. REGISTER NOW! bit.ly/41fVG5k

🔥🌍 EUROPE ON FIRE: LIBERALS CALL FOR STRONGER EU ACTION Europe cannot treat this as an annual inevitability, we must break the cycle now. Statement from ALDE Party President @svenjahahn.bsky.social and @lymec.bsky.social President Ines Holzegger bit.ly/45Jl193

🎙️ Yes, even we have a podcast now… 😉 And no, it’s not about sourdough or true crime, but full of liberal takes on today’s hottest issues. In the latest episode of UNFILTERED, we ask: Do we need a European army? 🇪🇺💬 Listen in for an honest debate with MEP Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann.

🌟𝗡𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡!🌟 Join us at #ALDECongress on 24-25 October as the ‪@eurliberalforum.bsky.social‬ will honor individuals championing liberal values across Europe. 🗳️ Nominations are open until 14 September 2025 for: - 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 - 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 bit.ly/41fbAfZ

🚨 Rule of law under threat in Bulgaria. Our President @svenjahahn.bsky.social, @reneweurope.bsky.social President @valeriehayer.bsky.social, and Bulgarian liberals met Commissioner @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social to raise alarm over political persecution and democratic backsliding. 🔗 bit.ly/4f829EW

WE CAN'T BE SCARED OF TRUMP On 6 June, @karinkarlsbro.bsky.social‬ spoke on POLITICO’s EU Confidential podcast about how the EU should respond to rising trade war tensions and why standing firm is key #trump #trade #europe #podcast #politico

🌍 Europe must lead, not follow. Liberals are setting the course. This morning, ALDE Party President @svenjahahn.bsky.social welcomed ministers from France, Ireland, Finland and Luxembourg for a high-level exchange ahead of the 🇪🇺 General Affairs Council.

🚨 100 DAYS TO GO 🚨 #ALDECongress 2025 is coming to Brussels. The world is shifting. Democracy is under pressure. It’s time for Europe to lead - and for liberals to Shape. Act. Deliver. Can liberalism make Europe the world’s next superpower? We say yes. 📍 SAVE THE DATE | 24-25 October

🕯️ 30 years ago in Srebrenica, over 8,000 Bosniak men and boys were murdered by the Bosnian Serb army. As war returns to Europe and hate resurfaces, remembrance must be a call to action to defend peace and democracy. 🔗Full statement : bit.ly/4ksOOZ7

LIBERALS BUILDING A SAFER EUROPE Liberal leaders like @kajakallas.bsky.social, Mark Rutte, Micheál Martin & @masz.bsky.social are on the forefront of building up our European security and defence! 👏 A thread 🧵👇1/6

🇺🇦 WHAT CAN EUROPE LEARN FROM UKRAINE ON DEFENCE? ALDE Party Vice-President Yevheniia Kravchuk breaks it down in our new Liberal Bulletin. Read the full article and much more from the magazine here: 📖 Read now: bit.ly/44cKUyx

🎥 What a weekend! ⚡ Renewed energy 🤩 Bold speeches by our leaders 🙌 A new strategy to make European liberalism thrive with @svenjahahn.bsky.social 💙 Welcoming THREE new members – all in just 60 seconds! Europe’s liberals are here to lead. #ALDECouncil