Overview of the 75-Year Milestone and Renewal of the UEF-CV
The European and Federalist Organization of the Valencian Community, known as UEF-CV, recently convened its general assembly to renew its governing bodies and reaffirm its mission. The organization has stood for seven and a half decades as a bridge for civic engagement, aiming to bring communities closer and to expand European citizenship through practical projects and citizen participation. This long-standing presence across Europe and in many autonomous communities of Spain highlights a sustained commitment to fostering democratic debate and continental collaboration. Source: UEF-CV.
The session was led by the Alicante deputy who currently serves as president of UEF Europe, Domènec Ruiz Devesa. During the proceedings, the leader stressed the importance of broadening Europeanism within the Valencian region and expressed appreciation for the efforts of both the outgoing and incoming teams. He noted that active local involvement remains essential to counter anti-European trends and to safeguard the ongoing project of European unity. The session also highlighted the organization’s willingness to share its cooperation and expertise in the creation of European citizenship as a practical countermeasure to Eurosceptic currents. Source: UEF-CV.
Following this, Luis Almarcha presented the activities and management report covering the last four years as the outgoing president. His remarks highlighted the constructive and participatory environment within UEF-CV, marked by the inclusion of individuals with diverse ideological backgrounds who share a common objective: strengthening the European community project. Emphasizing pluralism and collective responsibility, the speech underscored how collaboration among members has contributed to meaningful progress and regional engagement. Source: UEF-CV.
The Balance of Leadership During Spain’s EU Council Presidency
The council is now chaired by Carles Arques Aliaga, who leads a diverse team of seventeen women and men united by a clear mission to advance European collaboration from the Valencian Community. In his address, the new president acknowledged the groundwork laid by the previous leadership, noting that the efforts of Luis Almarcha and the former team provided a solid foundation for further building the European federalism project in Valencia. He also reflected on the ongoing lessons from the COVID-19 era, recognizing that vaccine initiatives within the European Union have yielded positive effects in health governance and economic resilience, particularly through the Recovery Plan labeled New Generation EU. Source: UEF-CV.
Looking ahead, the president outlined a series of strategic priorities for the coming months. These include boosting citizen participation in European Union institutions and in elections for the European Parliament to be held in Spain on June 9. There is also a focus on commemorating Europe Day on May 9 and organizing inclusive activities that invite broader public involvement in European discourse. These efforts aim to strengthen the sense of belonging to a unified European space and to translate institutional progress into tangible benefits for communities here in Valencia and beyond. Source: UEF-CV.
During the assembly, the participants discussed and approved the political document titled the Alicante Declaration. The declaration seeks to establish reference points across the social, economic, and political fabric of the Valencian Community with the aim of fostering a Europe that is united, supportive, and prosperous in the face of present and future challenges. The document envisions a coordinated approach among civil society groups, local authorities, and civic organizations to reinforce European solidarity and shared prosperity. Source: UEF-CV.