Strategic changes in Catalan politics
Recently, the Government of the Generalitat has made a significant decision that reflects a change in its foreign policy, specifically with the closure of the Catalan office located in Tel-Aviv. This decision is part of the context of increasing pressures by its governing partners, the Commons and ERC, who are exercising a significant influence on the actions of Salvador Illa.
The commons and their growing influence
With only six deputies, the training led by Jéssica Albiach has managed to impose its priorities on housing policy and, now, in relation to foreign policy. This closure of the office in Israel is a clear manifestation of his agenda, which seeks to promote a critical stance on Israel’s actions in Palestine.
A closure for ideological reason
The closure of the office, which was established in 2015 with the intention of fostering the commercial relations between Catalonia and Israel, has been justified by Albiach with forceful arguments on the violence and injustices in the region. His statements on the ‘television genocide’ have resonated strongly in political and social circles.
The current political context
The closure of the office not only responds to the demands of the commons, but also aligns with the strategy of the Spanish government led by Pedro Sánchez, which seeks to strengthen its position in relation to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This strategic coincidence allows the island to meet the demands of its partners while maintaining a resemblance to coherence with Moncloa’s directives.
Repercussions for the Business Community
With the closure of the office, concerns about the consequences that this decision could have for Catalan companies operating in the region are generated. The Government has promised to provide details on the closing calendar and the impact it will have on the staff, but the general feeling is concern among the entrepreneurs.
The course to the left
As the Government Illa progresses, its political career seems to deviate to the more radical left, driven by the pressures of the formations that hold it. This has led to a situation where Island is forced to capitulate in the face of the demands of its partners, limiting its ability to mark its own agenda.
The future of Catalan politics
With this change, the Catalan political landscape is becoming more and more complex. Island is in a difficult position, trying to balance the needs of its government with the demands of Moncloa. The closure of the office in Israel is just an example of how internal and external dynamics can influence the decisions of a government that seeks its stability.
