In Torrent, a Unified Path Forward is Proposed for the PSPV
In a public address during the Sant Blai festival in Torrent, Diana Morant, the likely next general secretary of the PSPV, urged the socialist base of l’Horta Sud to cast aside the recent turbulence and look ahead. The scene featured two former leadership aspirants, Carlos Fernández Bielsa and Alejandro Soler, standing in close proximity with the eventual winner, signaling a moment of reconciliation and renewed momentum for the party.
The plan backed by Ferraz, which positions the Science Minister as Morant’s successor, marks a shift toward stability within the socialist formation. It also lessens the risk of internal disputes that have unsettled past weeks. Morant’s message on the day focused on unity and generosity, aiming to heal divisions and start a constructive chapter for the party.
The event offered two clear signals. First, Morant, Bielsa, and Soler appeared together at the gathering to demonstrate a common front after a period of visible disagreement. Second, a subsequent speech by the former mayor of Gandia expressed appreciation for the alliance and reinforced the idea that the three leaders are stronger together.
Details soon followed. Morant confirmed the distribution of responsibilities in the new administration: Soler would serve as party president, Bielsa as deputy general secretary, with the current state-level post of Pilar Bernabé as government delegate remaining in place. Morant described these roles as the ones each leader had aimed to assume, noting that both Bielsa and Soler would continue to hold their regional presidencies in Valencia and Alicante respectively.
The former candidates did not refute the plan and embraced the mantra of unity. Bielsa emphasized that reaching an agreement requires time, resolve, and a shared vision, promising to work toward ending lingering tensions and to unite teams. Soler likewise expressed enthusiasm for the final arrangement and his role as president, arguing that a single candidacy reflected a broad base of support and a desire to heed the militancy’s voice.
At the close of the Sant Blai events in Torrent, Bielsa and Soler, intent on reinforcing a message of harmony, signed formal confirmations of Morant’s candidacy at the PSPV headquarters in Torrent, following a private meeting with their teams.
Although the agreement had been expected to finalize in Ferraz on Tuesday, Morant proposed a distinctly Valencian label for the pact, referring to it as the Torrent agreement. The nickname was accompanied by a reminder that Torrent, the capital of l’Horta Sud, serves as a central axis in the Valencian Community. The recollection of past strategic meetings, including Sanchez-era gatherings, was invoked to give the memo a regional resonance and continuity of purpose.
Morant asserted that the unity among the candidates rested on sincerity and the conviction that they are stronger together. He signaled an intent to extend this unity to party militants and promised a substantive effort ahead of the upcoming congress in March, where he aimed to consolidate leadership. He stressed that the party would remain receptive to the views of members, noting: there is only one candidate, yet the door is open to listening.
PP in the Crosshairs
In a broader political stance, Morant declared that the project would challenge the policies of what he described as the most conservative government in recent history, naming the PP-led administration and Vox. He clarified that the approach would be a contest from the opposition in the Valencian Community, while maintaining confidence in the national leadership under Sánchez. This framing positions the PSPV as a proactive counterweight rather than a passive observer of regional dynamics.
Bielsa and Soler echoed the push against the regional government, with Bielsa indicating a shared priority to counter the right-leaning coalition and Soler highlighting the importance of presenting a robust plan. He suggested that the best possible project should be a cause for concern among the opposition, underscoring a resolve to accelerate reform in the region.
Morant outlined a triad of pillars for the opposition strategy: resisting cultural censorship, protecting the rights of women, and defending minority groups. The minister also teased the future direction of the political project, framing it as a moment for youth engagement and renewal—an emphasis aimed at energizing younger voters and volunteers alike.
With the narrative of unity gaining traction, the leaders painted a picture of a strengthened PSPV prepared to pursue a collaborative path forward while confronting regional political challenges. The dialogue stressed internal cohesion as a prerequisite for effective public service and community advancement. The intent was clear: to mobilize supporters, reassure stakeholders, and position the party as a credible, forward-looking force in Valencian politics. [Source: PSPV communications and public remarks]