Italian Democratic Socialist Party

The Italian Democratic Socialist Party (Partito Democratico Democratico Sociale, PDS) was a political party in Italy that emerged in 1991 from the Italian Socialist Party's remnants, advocating for social democracy and progressive reforms. It aimed to promote social justice, economic modernization, and democratic governance within Italy, balancing market economy principles with social welfare. The party positioned itself as a center-left alternative to more conservative parties and played a significant role in Italy’s political landscape during the 1990s and early 2000s, eventually evolving into other center-left formations.