Emilia Romagna President Stefano Bonaccini Announces Bid for European Elections as Democratic Party Candidate

Emilia Romagna president Stefano Bonaccini has confirmed that he will participate in the upcoming European elections as a candidate for the Democratic Party in the North East constituency. This decision was announced by dem secretary Elly Schlein, who emphasized the importance of leveraging all available resources for the future of Europe.

Bonaccini expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to represent the North East constituency and reflected on his ten years as the president of Emilia Romagna, highlighting the challenges they have overcome and the progress they have made. Despite initial difficulties, Emilia Romagna has emerged as a key economic powerhouse within Italy, thanks to its strategic location and strong business acumen.

In a video message, Bonaccini underscored his belief in the importance of a united Europe and emphasized that European cooperation has been instrumental in the success of Emilia Romagna and its businesses, particularly in exports. By participating in the European elections, he hopes to contribute to shaping a brighter future for both Italy and Europe as a whole.

He framed his decision to run for the European elections as a new chapter in his political career rather than a farewell to his current responsibilities. Bonaccini expressed optimism for the road ahead and underscored his commitment to continuing to work towards the common good of both regions and Europe as a whole.