Diana Morant is set to become the new general secretary of PSPV on Wednesday, February 7. With no challengers after Alejandro Soler and Carlos Fernández aligned with Bielsa, the Valencian socialists will not require the extraordinary congress scheduled for the final weekend of March, at which the minister of science will be formally announced as the new leader. The change marks the end of Ximo Puig’s twelve-year tenure at the helm of the organization.
The PSOE federal charter, Article 165, states that a candidate for general secretary is “selected” if the candidacy is announced only after the confirmation process. The sponsorship window closes precisely at noon on Wednesday. When it expires, the Guarantee Committee will verify the endorsements and, if no issues are found, will issue a certificate validating Morant’s candidacy. (Source: PSOE charter, governance process)
Morant will thus officially assume the leadership of PSPV, becoming the first woman to head the Valencian socialist federation and fulfilling a pledge to honor the movement’s core values that she has voiced publicly. (Source: party statements)
With the secretary-general badge on his lapel, Morant will begin shaping decisions that will yield early signals about internal direction. Federal law empowers him to adjust the Organizing Committee of the forthcoming extraordinary congress, scheduled for Benicàssim on March 22–24, when the new administrator of Gandia’s former mayoral office will be elected. (Source: party statutes and federal procedures)
Insiders describe a group responsible for organizing the conclave that currently includes members of the PSPV leadership, since the last executive approved the call and delegated event logistics to the PSPV itself. (Source: internal party accounts)
Although Morant holds authority to implement changes starting Wednesday, his circle has left open the possibility of reshaping the organizing committee. Should changes occur, observers expect them to reflect the “integration” Morant pledged to Bielsa and Soler. (Source: party insiders)
The two former candidates remain the only fixed members of Morant’s future administration, with Alicante provincial secretary confirmed as party chair and the Valencia provincial leader and Mislata’s mayor named as deputy general secretaries in what is described as the “Torrent pact.” (Source: regional party communications)
The status of the Organizing Secretary, currently held by José Muñoz, who also serves as ombudsman for the socialist group in the Corts, remains unresolved. This position is pivotal for party influence, and Morant has given little away about potential replacements. Muñoz faces limited prospects for continuing in the role, particularly as his profile is tied to Puig and the renewal narrative being promoted. Yet, he is trusted by the minister and may still shoulder notable responsibilities. (Source: internal deliberations)
Rubén Alfaro, mayor of Elda and campaign coordinator for Morant, is among those considered for the post. While his proximity to Soler in Gandia could signal a seamless integration, options appear slimmer as discussions progress. Some sources caution that no final decision has been made, and the insider circle may withhold naming the appointee until the congress. (Source: campaign and regional sources)
Ahead of the structural reshuffle, the party plans Wednesday to be a moment of celebration and a first public reception for Morant. Beyond the ceremonial act, there is talk of a brief address to grassroots militants at the regional headquarters in Valencia, during which Morant will promise attentive listening in the lead-up to the congress. Given the circumstances, Soler and Bielsa are not anticipated to attend. Puig’s ongoing Senate session also complicates his presence on Wednesday. (Source: party communications and regional media)
Més critics push for a consultative vote on Compromís’ alignment with European partners
Més, the leading faction within Compromís, plans to launch a consultation allowing members to vote on who Compromís should run with in the European elections on June 9. The sovereigntist bloc Bloc i País supported the initiative, gathering more than 10% of militants in just 48 hours. The choices on the table include continuing with the European Free Alliance group, aligning with Sumar or Podemos, or running independently. Over 4,000 Més members will decide among these options. The leadership indicated at the last National Council that discussions with ALE group and Sumar were progressing in parallel with broader coalition talks. (Source: internal party announcements and regional outlets)