Spain
Tensions over immigration are growing in Spain
The importance of migration as a political issue has risen significantly and could frame the next election
SpainNarco-subs will further improve, posing global threats
Organised grime groups have become highly skilled in the construction of submarines
InternationalSpain’s Sanchez faces threats to survival
Budgetary divisions and corruption scandals risk derailing the stability of Spain’s minority government
SpainEcuador-Spain drug challenges will endure
There is increasing evidence that Spain has become a preferred destination for the shipment of cocaine from Ecuador
EcuadorProspects for the euro-area in 2025
The euro-area enters next year against a backdrop of a tighter fiscal environment and heightened trade uncertainty
EUEU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles remain likely
Divisions have increased among EU states over the prospect of further tariffs on imports of Chinese electric cars
EUCatalan support for Spanish government is under threat
For different reasons, Catalonia’s pro-independence parties are threatening to abandon support for Spain’s government
SpainEurope will remain divided over Palestinian statehood
Four European countries have announced recognition of Palestinian statehood in recent months
EuropeAnti-tourism sentiment in Spain will persist
Anti-tourist demonstrations have taken place across several Spanish regions so far this year
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