UEF Letter to the MEPs: urgent call on Treaty Reform and Europe’s capacity to act

The President of the Union of European Federalists (UEF), Domènec Ruiz Devesa, has sent a letter to all Members of the European Parliament, urging them to take decisive action in defence of European democracy and to ensure that the demand for Treaty reform under Article 48 TEU is not ignored.

Key messages of the letter

In his letter, the UEF President warns that the European Union is facing a historic moment:

• Global instability — marked by Russia’s war of aggression, conflicts in the Middle East, and rising authoritarian powers — makes a more effective and united Europe indispensable.
• Institutional paralysis — the unanimity rule and national vetoes prevent the EU from acting on defence, foreign policy, and economic competitiveness.
• Democratic legitimacy at stake — the European Parliament’s resolution of 22 November 2023, demanding Treaty reform and a Convention, remains ignored by the European Council, in breach of Article 48 TEU and the principle of loyal cooperation.

The letter calls on MEPs to defend the prerogatives of the Parliament and to use all available means — including budgetary leverage and political resolutions — to oblige the European Council to act.

Why this matters

The UEF stresses that without institutional reform, Europe risks losing its global relevance and its ability to protect the social model, environmental standards, and fundamental rights that define the Union. Moving towards a federal and democratic Europe is not only a political choice, but a necessity for the Union’s survival.

Next steps

This initiative marks another step in UEF’s continuous advocacy campaign at EU level. By directly addressing all MEPs, the UEF is mobilising parliamentary support for a stronger, more democratic, and more sovereign Europe.

We invite all citizens and organisations to amplify this call and join us in pushing for the opening of a Convention for Treaty reform.