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Vox Offers PP Government Pact in Ceuta
Politicsla-vanguardia10d ago

Vox Offers PP Government Pact in Ceuta

Vox has offered the Popular Party (PP) a government pact in Ceuta, Spain, aiming to break ties with the PSOE. The two parties together hold a majority of 13 deputies.

Spanish PP Blames Morocco for Ceuta Migrant Influx
Politicsel-mundola-vanguardia13d ago2 sources

Spanish PP Blames Morocco for Ceuta Migrant Influx

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has accused Morocco of being responsible for the recent surge in migrants entering Ceuta, warning against ceding border control to Rabat. The party emphasized that Spain cannot allow Morocco to dictate its border security.

PP Accuses Treasury of Favoritism in Zapatero-Plus Ultra Case
Businessel-mundo1mo ago

PP Accuses Treasury of Favoritism in Zapatero-Plus Ultra Case

The Popular Party (PP) has accused the Spanish Treasury of suspicious leniency towards government allies in the Plus Ultra case, specifically regarding former President Zapatero's associate. This comes after an entrepreneur and Plus Ultra executives' confessions reportedly undermined Zapatero's defense strategy, revealing a 1% 'kickback' and a debt deferral with Venezuelan PDVSA.

Azud Case Implicates Llorca Government, PP Suspends Official
Politicsel-mundo2mo ago

Azud Case Implicates Llorca Government, PP Suspends Official

The 'Azud case' has reportedly implicated the Llorca government in Spain, leading the Popular Party (PP) to suspend Jorge Bellver, the current Director of Transparency in the Generalitat. Bellver is under investigation for his tenure as a councilor in the Valencia City Council during Rita Barberá's time.

PP Advises Moreno on Potential Alliance with Vox
Politicsla-vanguardia3mo ago

PP Advises Moreno on Potential Alliance with Vox

The Popular Party (PP) is guiding acting President of the Junta, Juanma Moreno, on alliances, suggesting that Vox will likely have to support him due to a two-seat difference, with Moreno seeking to limit the agreement to parliamentary scope.

Spain's PP Unveils Anti-Drug Trafficking Plan
Politicsel-mundola-vanguardia3mo ago2 sources

Spain's PP Unveils Anti-Drug Trafficking Plan

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has announced a seven-measure plan to combat drug trafficking in the Strait of Gibraltar. The plan includes increasing resources and toughening the Penal Code, with a promise to bring drug clans before the National Court.

PP Takes Lugo Mayoralty from PSOE Amid Political Shifts
Worldla-vanguardia3mo ago

PP Takes Lugo Mayoralty from PSOE Amid Political Shifts

The Popular Party (PP) has taken control of the Lugo mayoralty from the PSOE, following a no-confidence motion influenced by a defector's vote and the deaths of two councilors, making Elena Candia the fourth municipal president in three years.

Spanish Political Landscape: PP and Vox Gain Ground
Politicsla-vanguardia4mo ago

Spanish Political Landscape: PP and Vox Gain Ground

Analysis of Spanish politics indicates that the Popular Party (PP) and Vox are strengthening their majority, while the left-wing parties face a recession. Commentary also explores why a left-wing coalition might struggle to neutralize the conservative majority.

Koldo Case Investigation Continues in Spain
Politicsel-mundo4mo ago

Koldo Case Investigation Continues in Spain

Spain's Popular Party (PP) is pressing forward with the "Koldo case" investigation, with Zapatero's associate scheduled to appear before the inquiry commission on Thursday, followed by Cerdán's wife and SEPI leadership next week. The case involves allegations of corruption related to mask contracts.

Spain's PP Appeals to Supreme Court Over EU Funds List
Politicsel-mundo2mo ago

Spain's PP Appeals to Supreme Court Over EU Funds List

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has appealed to the Supreme Court to identify the government official responsible for withholding the list of major beneficiaries of European funds, accusing the executive of "democratic and judicial rebellion."

Spain's PP party launches "total offensive" in SEPI investigation
Worldel-mundo3mo ago

Spain's PP party launches "total offensive" in SEPI investigation

Spain's conservative Popular Party (PP) has announced a "total offensive" in the investigation into SEPI, the state industrial holding company. Key figures, including Zapatero's former secretary and ex-minister Escrivá, are expected to testify before the commission.

Andalusian PP Wins Absolute Majority, Socialists Suffer Historic Defeat
Politicsbloombergyle-uutisetorf+5el-mundopublicoobservadorla-vanguardiakuwait-times3mo ago8 sources

Andalusian PP Wins Absolute Majority, Socialists Suffer Historic Defeat

The conservative Popular Party (PP) secured an absolute majority in the Andalusian regional elections, marking a significant victory and consolidating its power in the former socialist stronghold. The Socialist Party (PSOE) experienced its worst-ever result in the region.

PP Exploits Montero Crisis in Congress Over Deaths of Two Civil Guards
Worldel-mundo3mo ago

PP Exploits Montero Crisis in Congress Over Deaths of Two Civil Guards

The Popular Party (PP) is pressing the government in Congress over the crisis involving Minister Montero, following the deaths of two civil guards in the line of duty. The PP demands explanations for the lack of sufficient operational resources during the "deadly pursuit" and the absence of ministers at the funeral.

PP Advances Motion of No Confidence in Lugo
Politicsel-mundo4mo ago

PP Advances Motion of No Confidence in Lugo

The Popular Party (PP) is advancing a controversial motion of no confidence in Lugo, Spain, with the crucial support of a former Socialist Party (PSOE) councilor. This move is expected to hand control

Spanish PP Considers Vox Coalition Inevitable for General Elections
Politicsel-mundo4mo ago

Spanish PP Considers Vox Coalition Inevitable for General Elections

Spain's conservative Popular Party (PP) reportedly views a coalition government with the far-right Vox party as inevitable for upcoming general elections. This assessment follows the Extremadura pact and recent electoral setbacks for Vox, which may necessitate a governing alliance.

Spain's Vox Party Secures First Regional Coalition Deal in Extremadura
WorldfazDWirozhlas+14die-presseel-mundodelfi-ltdelojutarnji-listla-vanguardiastraits-timesiefimerida+6 more4mo ago17 sources

Spain's Vox Party Secures First Regional Coalition Deal in Extremadura

Spain's far-right Vox party has formed its first regional coalition government with the conservative Popular Party (PP) in Extremadura. The agreement includes Vox's controversial demand for "national priority" in policies, which has drawn sharp criticism from the national government and sparked internal debate within the PP.

Spanish Senate Summons Ábalos, Puente for Railway Accident Probe; Supreme Court Allows Written Testimony
Politicsel-mundola-vanguardia5mo ago2 sources

Spanish Senate Summons Ábalos, Puente for Railway Accident Probe; Supreme Court Allows Written Testimony

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has announced it will summon key figures, including Ábalos and Puente, to testify before a Senate investigation commission regarding the Adamuz and Gélida railway accidents that left 47 dead, vowing to "follow the money trail." Separately, the Supreme Court has granted Congress President Armengol and Minister Torres permission to submit written testimony instead of being interrogated as witnesses in the trial involving Ábalos.

Spanish PM Sánchez Criticizes PP Regions for Not Capping Rents
Politicsla-vanguardia26d ago

Spanish PM Sánchez Criticizes PP Regions for Not Capping Rents

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has criticized regional governments led by the Popular Party (PP) for refusing to cap rental prices, attributing their stance to 'sectarianism' and fully backing the government delegate in the Balearic Islands after protest charges.

Vox Clarifies Stance on Immigration Agreement with PP
Politicsla-vanguardia1mo ago

Vox Clarifies Stance on Immigration Agreement with PP

The far-right Vox party clarified its position on an immigration agreement with the Popular Party (PP), stating that the approved measure goes 'a little beyond the rootedness' that the PP insists on, indicating minimal further demands after budget agreements.

PP Seeks Annulment of 'Grandchildren's Law' for Spanish Nationality
Politicsla-vanguardia1mo ago

PP Seeks Annulment of 'Grandchildren's Law' for Spanish Nationality

Spain's conservative Popular Party (PP) is demanding the annulment of the instruction that applies the 'grandchildren's law' for granting Spanish nationality. The party is pressuring the government for transparency in the naturalization process for descendants, following a warning from the Central Electoral Board.

Spanish PP Proposes Incentives to Reduce Absenteeism
Businessel-mundo1mo ago

Spanish PP Proposes Incentives to Reduce Absenteeism

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has reformulated its proposal to tackle absenteeism, now suggesting incentives to reduce it and advocating for greater flexibility in collective bargaining, following previous calls for cuts in fraudulent sick leave.

PP criticizes Zapatero over daughters' imputation
Worldel-mundo2mo ago

PP criticizes Zapatero over daughters' imputation

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has harshly criticized former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero following the imputation of his daughters, stating that he must be 'very sick' to allegedly use them as front persons.

Catalan PP Identifies "Islamism" as Threat to Freedom
Politicsel-mundo2mo ago

Catalan PP Identifies "Islamism" as Threat to Freedom

The Catalan Popular Party (PP) has for the first time identified "Islamism" as a "threat to freedom" in its strategy against Vox and Aliança, hardening its discourse on uncontrolled immigration during the congress where Alejandro Fernández is expected to be re-elected.

PP Demands Resignation of Marlaska and Guardia Civil Director Over Contacts
Politicsel-mundo2mo ago

PP Demands Resignation of Marlaska and Guardia Civil Director Over Contacts

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has called for the resignation of Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska and the director of the Guardia Civil, María Gámez, following revelations about her contacts with Leire Díez, which the PP described as 'state delinquency,' though Marlaska defended Gámez's 'full honesty'.

PP Challenges PNV on Censure Motion and Government Support
Politicsel-mundola-vanguardia2mo ago2 sources

PP Challenges PNV on Censure Motion and Government Support

The Popular Party (PP) has challenged the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV) regarding a potential censure motion and their support for the current government, accusing them of sustaining a 'mafia' and calling Aitor Esteban a 'socialist.' The PP has reserved the right to file a censure motion while criticizing the PNV's stance.

Madrid Mayor Almeida Confirms Re-election Candidacy
Politicsel-mundo3mo ago

Madrid Mayor Almeida Confirms Re-election Candidacy

Madrid Mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida has confirmed his intention to run for re-election, seeking a third term in office. He expressed enthusiasm for the campaign and dismissed divisions within the Popular Party (PP), citing the success of Ayuso and Moreno.

Ayuso's PP Sets Election Tone at Dos de Mayo Celebration
Politicsel-mundo3mo ago

Ayuso's PP Sets Election Tone at Dos de Mayo Celebration

Isabel Díaz Ayuso's Popular Party (PP) used the Dos de Mayo celebrations in Madrid to strategically position itself ahead of upcoming elections. Ayuso reportedly lowered her usual confrontational tone, partly to support fellow PP leader Juanma Moreno, while energizing her party for the electoral challenges a year away.

Spanish Leaders Clash Over PP-Vox Extremadura Pact
Politicsel-mundoobservadorla-vanguardia4mo ago3 sources

Spanish Leaders Clash Over PP-Vox Extremadura Pact

Spanish President Pedro Sánchez and other political figures have strongly criticized the pacts between the Popular Party (PP) and Vox in Extremadura, labeling them an "infamy" and warning of further regression. The debate also includes accusations regarding immigration policies and election interference.

Spain: PP and Vox Form Regional Coalitions in Extremadura, Aragon
Politicsle-figaroel-mundola-vanguardia+1naftemporiki4mo ago4 sources

Spain: PP and Vox Form Regional Coalitions in Extremadura, Aragon

Spain's conservative Popular Party (PP) and far-right Vox party have reached agreements to form coalition governments in the regions of Extremadura and Aragon. These pacts mark a significant increase in regional power for Vox and include specific policy measures.

PP Defends Extremadura Agreement with Vox
Politicsla-vanguardia4mo ago

PP Defends Extremadura Agreement with Vox

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has publicly defended its agreement with the Vox party in Extremadura, asserting it is a far superior option than any potential pact with Bildu. Critics, however, view the agreement as going against the history of Extremadura.

PP and Vox Reach Extremadura Government Agreement in Spain
Politicsel-mundola-vanguardia4mo ago2 sources

PP and Vox Reach Extremadura Government Agreement in Spain

Spain's conservative Popular Party (PP) and the far-right Vox party have finalized a coalition agreement to form a government in the Extremadura region. The deal will see María Guardiola invested as president, with Vox securing the vice-presidency and a ministry.

PP Accuses PSOE of Corruption After Supreme Court Trial Week
Politicsel-mundo4mo ago

PP Accuses PSOE of Corruption After Supreme Court Trial Week

Spain's Popular Party (PP) has launched accusations against the Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) following the first week of a trial in the Supreme Court. PP spokespersons claim the PSOE established a corrupt system to protect illicit financial activities and demand accountability.

Spanish Socialists Request Suspension of 'Kitchen' Trial to Include Political Connections
Politicsel-mundo4mo ago

Spanish Socialists Request Suspension of 'Kitchen' Trial to Include Political Connections

The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) has requested the National Court to suspend the 'Kitchen' trial, aiming to incorporate new evidence regarding political connections that implicate former Popular Party (PP) official María Dolores de Cospedal and the PP itself. The party, acting as a popular prosecution, seeks to ensure the PP is held accountable as a beneficiary of the alleged crimes.