A new approach to investiture
Pedro Sánchez expressed this Monday the importance of Esquerra Republicana considering the investiture of Salvador Illa as president of the Generalitat. He emphasized the need for a new approach after the negative experience of a coalition government with Junts per Catalunya, urging to open a new stage with the PSC. He stressed that the future of Catalan society depends on mutual understanding between the different political formations.
Stability and political arithmetic
When asked if Junts per Catalunya guarantees stability for Spanish governance, Pedro Sánchez said that the party led by Carles Puigdemont should consider the message of Catalan society in the recent elections. He welcomed Junts per Catalunya’s decision to support the PSOE, highlighting the possibility of a PP government with Vox in the absence of such support.
Singularity in the financing of Catalonia
The President of the Government addressed the issue of ‘singularity’ in the financing of Catalonia, pointing out that all communities have their particularities that must be respected and incorporated to guarantee equality. He stressed that the reform of the autonomous financing system is one of his priorities, highlighting the need for a multilateral solution between all the autonomous communities.
Democratic regeneration and transparency in the media
Pedro Sánchez announced his appearance in the Congress of Deputies on July 17 to present his proposal for democratic regeneration, which will include a modification of the institutional advertising law. He highlighted his intention to establish a maximum limit on public financing of the media, emphasizing the importance of increasing levels of transparency in this area.
Support for key figures
The President of the Government expressed his support for the State Attorney General, Álvaro García-Ortiz, ruling out his resignation despite being charged. Likewise, he defended his wife, Begoña Gómez, against the accusations, stating that there is nothing illegal or immoral in her business activity.
Current political challenges
In relation to the victory of the far right in the French legislative elections, Pedro Sánchez urged Sumar to fulfill his responsibilities, highlighting the need for a consolidated space on the left to counteract the rise of the PP in coalition with Vox.
