ALDE Party President @svenjahahn.bsky.social and Christian Dรผrr, both from our member party FDP, officially kicked off this anniversary year today in Stuttgart - a year dedicated to honouring our legacy and choosing the future ๐
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๐ช๐บ 50 years after liberals first gathered in Stuttgart to found ALDE Party, we are back where it all began.
What started in 1976 as a bold commitment to freedom and democracy has grown into a strong liberal family shaping Europeโs future. This year, we celebrate five decades of impact.
๐ณ๐ฑ @d66.nl Congress starts today. Wishing everyone a great kickโoff! ๐
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โ11 years have passed since Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov was murdered
Nemtsov stood fearlessly against authoritarianism and worked tirelessly to uncover the truth behind the Kremlinโs actions.
Today, his legacy lives on in everyone who continues to fight for freedom. ๐ฏ
BREAKING - The EU Commission just decided on the My Voice, My Choice Citizens' Initiative. Safe and accessible abortion can now become possible for all women in Europe! ๐
This is what happens when citizens mobilise.
This is what happens when Europe listens.
We joined todayโs march in Brussels organised by Marie Agnes Strack Zimmermann from our member party FDP and FNF Europe to make that absolutely clear ๐บ๐ฆ
Standing together was a powerful reminder of what cannot be ignored: our commitment to Ukraine and our rejection of Russiaโs ongoing aggression.
Happy National Day to Estonia! ๐ช๐ช
Sending our best to all our friends and supporters.
๐ณ๐ฑ๐ Congratulations to the six new Ministers in the Dutch government from our member party VVD!
Among them is party leader Dilan YeลilgรถzโZegerius, now also serving as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. With 22 seats in parliament, the party is ready to advance liberal priorities!
The Netherlandsโ new government takes office today! ๐ณ๐ฑ
Congratulations to the new Ministers from our member party D66. With six Ministers stepping into key roles, the party is ready to bring liberal values to the heart of Dutch politics ๐
๐ณ๐ฑ Rob Jetten from D66 is the Prime Minister of the Netherlands!
After last Octoberโs elections, the party nearly tripled its representation, securing 26 seats in the new parliament ๐
In a divided world, liberals continue to stand for dialogue and bringing people together.
Canada has become the first non EU country to join SAFE the EUโs defence financing instrument. ๐จ๐ฆ๐ค๐ช๐บ
This historic partnership highlights the power of unity and the importance of reliable allies in a divided world. ๐
Because partnership is our greatest strength!
Happy National Day Lithuania! ๐ฑ๐น
Our best goes out to all our friends and supporters.
At the Munich Security Conference, our liberal Ministers and leaders joined ALDE Party President @svenjahahn.bsky.social to shape Europeโs response to protect our citizens, defend democracy and lead with courage.
Because without security, there is no freedom.
Without unity, there is no future.
๐ก๏ธ Liberals are serious about security.
Fragmentation makes us weaker. Dependency makes us vulnerable. Silence empowers autocrats.
We refuse to stand by. From strengthening Europeโs defence to standing firmly with Ukraine ๐บ๐ฆ and reinforcing international cooperation, liberals are stepping up.
Freezing temperatures and blackouts are putting Ukrainian communities at risk.
Join us in supporting an initiative led by Lesia Zaburanna from Sluga Narodu, together with the Leaders of Changes Charitable Foundation, who are helping those most affected this winter ๐บ๐ฆ
Donate now ๐ bit.ly/4ac77jo
D66 and VVD are ready for a new chapter of liberal leadership for the Netherlands ๐ณ๐ฑโจ
๐ก๏ธ Investment in national defence
๐ป Support for digital and green innovation
๐๏ธ โฌ1โฏbillion for affordable housing
๐ Increased funding for education
A chance to show how determination can drive progress!
Our Congress webpage is now live! ๐๐
Information about our speakers, programme and more are now available. See you in Vienna ๐ฆ๐น on 3-4 July!
Secure your spot today โก๏ธ bit.ly/4kkXItg
Today marks 81 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz Birkenau concentration and extermination camp. We remember the more than six million Jews and many others murdered. ๐ฏ๏ธ
We must stand firm for human dignity and safeguard democracy, especially as we witness how fragile these values can be.
Liberals ARE the ones driving the change to clean energy and delivering real, positive change for Europe! โก๏ธ๐
From boosting clean innovation to building a real European energy market and ensuring a fair transition for workers, we are taking real action for a fossilโfree future.
Greenland and Europeโs sovereignty are NOT negotiable. ๐ฌ๐ฑ ๐ช๐บ
Real allies respect each otherโs borders.
Now more than ever: Europe. A confident, strong Europe that is united, upholds our values and refuses intimidation.
Greenland belongs to Greenlanders! ๐ช
Itโs time for Europe to step up with strength and courage ๐ช๐บ
In just one year, Trump has managed to:
๐ฌ๐ฑ Treat Greenland like a real estate deal
๐บ๐ฆ Play musical chairs with alliances
๐ธ Slap tariffs that punish workers and businesses
๐ป๐ช Seriously violate international law
This is why unity matters.
๐ต๐น This Sunday, voters in Portugal head to the polls to elect their President for the next five years. An opportunity to make history!
Swipe to discover more about ALDE Party MEP Joao Cotrim Figueiredo, whoโs running for President, and his bold ideas for Portugalโs future.
The brutal crackdown in Iran has left hundreds dead and injured. These are grave human rights violations.
The global community must act now through stricter sanctions.
We stand with the people of Iran risking it all for freedom.
Read our full statement: bit.ly/3LO24Mv
Europe strengthens its partnerships! ๐ช๐บ ๐
With the EU-Mercosur trade deal, Europe is expanding access to new markets, creating jobs, strengthening ties with like-minded partners.
This deal will create the worldโs largest free trade area, a crucial step toward becoming a global superpower. ๐
Millions of Iranians are rising for freedom. ๐ฎ๐ท
The answer from the regime: internet shutdowns, repression and fear. We stand with the people of Iran, especially the women leading this fight. โ
We must do what we can to help them secure the freedom to shape their future, freely and democratically.
The end of Nicolรกs Maduroโs rule opens a path toward peace and democracy for Venezuela.
The ALDE Party calls on European countries to support democratic forces working to ensure a transition to free and fair elections under international observation.
Full statement: bit.ly/3N5sERE
๐จ 6 MONTHS TO GO ๐จ
We are headed to Vienna for ALDE Party Congress 2026! ๐ฆ๐น
Join on 3-4 July as Europeโs liberals shape our movement and stand strong for our values.
REGISTER TODAY: bit.ly/3MWTZ8m
๐ ALDE Party is turning 50! ๐
For fifty years, liberals have proven whatโs possible when politics is powered by freedom, courage, and the belief that Europe can always rise to something greater.
The future is bright and weโre stepping into it together! ๐
Happy National Day to Slovakia! ๐ธ๐ฐ
Sending our best to all our friends and supporters.
โ๏ธ Happy Holidays from ALDE Party! Even the Grinch can't steal our liberal spirit ๐
Wishing you joy, unity and prosperity during this festive season and the year ahead. Together, letโs keep building a liberal future โจ
