A New Chapter for the Island Government
With the recent formation of the Government of Salvador Illa, a new political horizon opens up in Spain. This week marks the end of the investiture phase, leaving behind the expectations generated by Carles Puigdemont. From August 27, the Council of Ministers will restart, and with it, the key negotiations between the PSC and ERC, which will define the course of national politics during the autumn.
Expectations and Realities of the PSC-ERC Pact
The PP had predicted that Pedro Sánchez would not allow Illa to assume the presidency, but the reality is that the trajectory of the Illa operation has been marked by the support of the PSOE since 2018. Illa, resurrected by the PSC primaries, has been a central figure in Catalan and Spanish politics, with his alliance with Sánchez consolidating as the legislature progresses.
The Catalan Financing Dilemma
As the Spanish Government prepares to face singular financing, questions about how the Statute will be applied are intensifying. Uncertainty over whether this funding will be based on an ordinary model or involve a specific fee raises a debate that could escalate if it is presented before December. Sumar leader Yolanda Díaz will also have to manage internal tensions as she seeks to stabilize her bloc.
Reactions of the Autonomies
Socialist regional presidents, especially those of Asturias and Navarre, have adopted a more cautious tone in relation to the financing agreement. While Emiliano García-Page maintains a clear position, his counterparts have opted for a more cautious approach, highlighting the internal divisions within the PSOE.
The Future of the PSOE and the Conference of Presidents
The PSOE is in a stage of leadership renewal that will extend until 2025. With internal tensions and a need for cohesion, the Conference of Regional Presidents, planned for Cantabria, could be a crucial meeting point to resolve the differences between the various regions and establish a plan for financing.
The Impact of Feijóo and the PP
Feijóo has already voiced his opposition to the deal, focusing on funding rather than amnesty. This reorientation of the PP agenda indicates that the political struggle will intensify, with the Island Government needing to build alliances to ensure budgetary stability.
Paths for Collaboration and Standardization
The relationship between the Spanish Government and Junts will be fundamental for the approval of future accounts. Although Pedro Sánchez has opted for a normalization strategy, guaranteeing that the Island gets budgets before the Spanish Government is a challenge that will require close and efficient collaboration.