Catalonia in change: Salvador Illa and the future of independence

Catalonia in change: The choice of Salvador Illa as an important step

Berlin (ots)

The latest political developments in Catalonia are of great importance for the entire region. With the election of the Social Democrat Salvador Illa as the new regional president, a remarkable turning point is created: after 14 years, the Catalan government is being led again for the first time by a politician who does not support Catalonia's independence. This is followed by the elections in May, in which the independence camp lost its previous absolute majority in parliament.

The new president and his challenges

Salvador Illa was elected President with only 68 votes in the parliament of a total of 135 MPs. This narrow choice shows the fragile conditions in which it is located. His government is a minority government, similar to that of Pedro Sánchez in the Spanish capital Madrid. Illa needs the voices of independence supporters to implement political projects, which forces him to compromise and close it.

political agreements and future steps

One of the first steps that Illa takes is the support of an amnesty for the former President Carles Puigdemont, who lives in exile. Despite a still existing arrest warrant, this decision is an indication of the new direction in Catalan politics. This amnesty also plays a crucial role in the political negotiations with the party together for Catalonia (JXCAT), which Sánchez chose the Spanish head of government.

financing reform as a key topic

Another central topic for Illa will be the negotiation of a new financing model for Catalonia. In coordination with Sánchez, he agreed that Catalonia will move in taxes himself in the future and then redistribute them to the central state and other regions. This reform, which Catalonia could give a model similar to that of the Basque Country, is a long -cherished wish of the region that was rejected by Madrid in 2010.

The way to the future

The election of Illa and the new political agreements offer an opportunity for Catalonia to overcome the past conflicts. Whether this political change actually leads to a permanent peace and stable conditions depends on the upcoming decisions and the ability to cooperate from different political camps. Illa must deliver results to ensure that this turning point is not just a snapshot.