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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]
BUSINESSOct 2Europe Today: EU energy prices soar as Spain's housing decrees face Congress voteEU diesel prices hit a record average of €2.24 a litre, as Energy Commissioner Jorgensen warns volatility is here to stay. Spain's Congress votes on two housing decrees, with Sanchez's coalition support in doubt, as Bucharest warns of new hybrid threats from Russia.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
DISASTEROct 2NASA indicates where it will not be possible to live in Spain within 30 years: the most affected areasClarín
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
WORLDOct 1Nico Williams leaves Spain camp with thigh knockWinger Nico Williams has withdrawn from the Spain squad injured, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced on Thursday. The post Nico Williams leaves Spain camp with thigh knock appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSOct 1Lionel Messi bought another club in Spain: he acquired Eldense and expands his map of teams in the worldEl capitán argentino adquirió el conjunto de Alicante, que juega en la Segunda División española.Ya es dueño del Cornellà y participa junto a Luis Suárez de un proyecto en Uruguay.Clarín
DISASTERBREAKINGOct 1Latest on the storm in Spain, live | Heavy rains force new alert messages in Castellón and TarragonaEl País
BUSINESSOct 1Former US Chamber of Commerce board member in Myanmar arrested in SpainA former director of the Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar was arrested in Spain for alleged financial irregularities, which he denies. The accusations, seen as fabricated, focus on a lobbying contract in the US. Documents contradict the evidence presented by Myanmar.Clarín
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
HEALTHOct 1Spain’s warning on drug pricing dealsWant to receive this newsletter straight to your inbox? Sign up here to receive the reporting and intel from the Gastein Health Forum. SNEAK PEEK — Europe must band together to tackle drug pricing pressures rather than being picked off one by one, Spain’s Health Secretary Javier Padilla Bernáldez tells Morning Health Care. — Parliament’s […]Politico Europe
BUSINESSOct 1What are vulture funds and how do they operate in SpainLos decretos de vivienda quieren limitar su operativa, pero definir a quién afectan las restricciones es parte del problemaEl País
BUSINESSSep 30Spain's Minister of Transport establishes "collaboration ties" with the Port of MiamiSpain's Minister of Transport seeks to strengthen ties with PortMiami, key in trade with Latin America. Infrastructure improvements are discussed. He signed an agreement with the IDB to boost transport investments in Latin America, highlighting Spanish expertise in multimodal systems.Clarín
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]