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POLITICSOct 2As Europe's balance of power shifts eastward, France & Spain seek to 'reinforce their own positions'Delano D'Souza is pleased to welcome Carlos Mascarell Vilar, political scientist based in Spain. From his own perspective, Emmanuel Macron's visit to Spain needs to be understood by European power, political legacy, and geoeconomics. France and Spain are seeking to reinforce their bilateral relationship at a moment when the balance of power within Europe is changing rapidly, particularly with the growing importance of countries in the east such as Poland. For Macron, strengthening the Madrid-Paris axis is also part of a broader effort to advance European defence and strategic sovereignty.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 2Spain’s Sánchez weighs calling snap election as housing defeat loomsThe prime minister could seize on the parliamentary defeat to campaign on housing, an issue that has fueled protests across the country.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 2Spain and China are cosying up – to the anger of many in the EUOn the streets of Barcelona, fiery red and gold Chinese dragons (presumably with very sweaty people inside the costumes) danced among delighted crowds, while Chinese acrobats elicited gasps of amazement as they rolled, tossed and threw spherical lanterns in the air, keeping – as if by magic – the candle inside them upright at all times. Shanghai… The post Spain and China are cosying up – to the anger of many in the EU appeared first on Read Selective .readselective · india
POLITICSOct 2Madrid protesters bang pots to demand action on Spain’s housing crisisMadrid demonstrators bang pots and pans to demand action on Spain’s housing crisis, calling for long‑term security and support for young adults seeking homes.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 2Encampments in Spain for housing, live | Illa asks Junts to rectify “an incomprehensible and irresponsible decision”La acampada no descarta extenderse a Callao si fuera necesario | La Coordinadora Juvenil Socialista encabeza una marcha espontánea desde Sol hacia CibelesEl País
POLITICSOct 2Pot banging protests across Spain over housing crisisHundreds of protesters across Spain took part in pot banging demonstrations to demand political action over housingAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 1King Felipe will not call Mohamed VI before visiting Ceuta and Melilla and Spain awaits a "response" from MoroccoEl jefe del Estado y su mujer pasarán dos jornadas en las ciudades autónomas con el objetivo de estar cerca de la gente LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSOct 1Ayuso reacts live to Junts' double rejection of housing decrees: "Sánchez has decided to lead Spain to revolution. He is preparing the ground for elections"La presidenta madrileña ve al Gobierno tras las amenazas de la Puerta del Sol: "No es que le convenga la tensión, es que ya piensa en la quema de calles" LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSOct 1Camps in Spain for housing, live | Podemos confirms it will vote in favor of housing decreesEl Sindicato de Inquilinas de Cataluña carga contra Junts por tumbar los decretos: “Nadie en este país entiende cómo se atreven a hacer esto” | Los manifestantes de Sol asumen el revés y piden mantener la acampadaEl País
POLITICSSep 30France, Spain welcome idea of UK rejoining EUDuring a visit to Spain, France's Emmanuel Macron said it would be "good news" if the UK moves towards the EU, with Pedro Sanchez also embracing the idea. UK PM Andy Burnham has not ruled out rejoining the bloc.DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 30Macron backs Spain over Ceuta migration crisis and urges firm EU actionSánchez and Macron back cooperation between Spain and France and call for greater EU unity on migration, economic and geopolitical issues, despite the Spanish Senate's rejection of the bilateral Friendship Treaty.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 30REPLAY: France's Macron calls for 'stronger Europe' on Spain tripFrench President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid on the second day of a two-day state visit. Speaking at a press conference alongside Sanchez, Macron outlined his strategies for addressing the crisis of democracy and the rise of what he described as "extremes," starting with massive investment in a "stronger Europe”.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 30France and Spain welcome idea of UK rejoining EU after Burnham’s speechThe European Union would embrace the UK if it ever decided to rejoin the bloc, the leaders of Spain and France said shortly after new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham floated the possibility. “Welcome back,” French President Emmanuel Macron quipped in English, speaking Wednesday in Madrid alongside Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who is hosting the leader on a two-day visit. “This prime minister is moving in that direction,” Macron added. “I think it’s very good news both for his country and for the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 30Is Spain’s anti-eviction decree a fix for its housing crisis?The government blames 'savage speculation' as critics say new measures leave small landlords 'out in the cold'.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 30Spain to investigate claims its soldiers have tortured migrants in CuetaAmnesty International says it has documented beatings, humiliations, summary expulsions and racial profiling in Ceuta and the Spanish government has ordered the military to identify any individuals potentially responsible.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 30Live: Macron, Sanchez hold joint press conference during French president’s visit to SpainSpeaking alongside Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Wednesday, French President Emmanuel Macron said that it would be "a good decision" if the UK decided to rejoin the European Union. The two leaders met at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid on the second day of Macron's two-day state visit to Spain.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 30Attention turns to economy on final day of Macron’s visit to SpainPresident Emmanuel Macron is in Spain for the final day of his two-day state visit, the first by a French president to the country since 2009. After being welcomed with a banquet at the Royal Palace by King Felipe VI on Tuesday, on today's agenda is the opening of the Franco-Spanish economic forum and a meeting with Spain's leftist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Once economically ahead of Spain, France is now seeing Spain grow faster, as the Spanish economy has outpaced its French neighbour in recent years.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 29Spain’s Housing ReformMass protests over an 87-year-old’s eviction prompt new proposed legislation.Foreign Policy
POLITICSSep 29Spain protests: Evicted 87-year-old woman to return to Madrid homeThe real estate firm backs down and restores her old rent after mass protests over Spain's housing crisis.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 29Pressured by protests, Pedro Sánchez announces key decrees to confront the housing crisis in SpainThe measures aim to stop evictions and control vulture funds. Additionally, current rental contracts can be automatically extended for two years. For the rules to remain in effect over time, Parliament must approve them within 30 days.Clarín
POLITICSSep 29The King and Queen of Spain deploy full protocol to receive Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron on official visitKing Felipe and Queen Letizia welcomed the French president at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Tonight there will be a gala dinner and tomorrow Macron will meet with Pedro Sánchez.Clarín
POLITICSSep 2987-year-old woman whose eviction sparked protests in Spain is returning homeSpain’s coalition government said it had agreed on proposals including banning evictions until 2030 to address the country’s housing crisis, as the 87-year-old woman whose forced removal last week triggered protests accepted an offer to return home. Hundreds of ‌people remained camped in one of Madrid’s main squares on Tuesday to protest Maricarmen Abascal’s removal from her home on a stretcher last Wednesday. They are demanding legal reforms including a rent freeze and the automatic renewal of...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 29An hour late and in the back of a gleaming Rolls-Royce... The Macron couple begins their state visit to SpainVIDÉO - Emmanuel et Brigitte Macron ont été accueillis en tout début d’après-midi ce mardi 29 septembre par le roi Felipe VI et la reine Letizia, au son de la fanfare militaire et de coups de canon.Le Figaro International
POLITICSSep 29Spain set to ban evictions after nationwide outrage over 87-year-old removed from homeDemonstrators remained camped in a major Madrid square to protest against the removal on a stretcher of Maricarmen AbascalThe Independent World
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