Read my lips: Why did Rajoy break one of his few campaign promises?
The transition from Spain’s outgoing Socialist government to the new conservative administration has been marred by an apparent lack of openness on both sides about the public accounts. This does not...
View ArticleFraga: a unique figure during an extraordinary time
This conservative politician, who was a minister under Franco and a major presence during Spain’s democracy, may not have been to everyone’s liking but his passing marks the end of an era.
View ArticleBack to the future with Rubalcaba
Spain’s Socialists have chosen a veteran of two previous governments as their new leader. Given this baggage, his challenge is to show he can come up with new ideas.
View ArticleRajoy, reform and the burden of employment expectations
The government says its labour market reform will tackle the country’s soaring jobless rate, but it could be some time before the benefits are felt in the Spanish economy.
View ArticleThe Spanish economy’s sustainability dilemma
The new conservative government has promised to loosen environmental controls that restrict economic growth. But critics say such an approach could lead Spain back to disaster.
View ArticleRajoy’s smoke and mirrors have worked – for now, at least
The Spanish prime minister’s policy of breaking his own word when it comes to economic policy has bought him some time. But soon he’s going to have to communicate more directly with both Brussels and...
View ArticleCatalonia’s immigrants face lonely road ahead
The Spanish government's cuts have included slashing the funds aimed at easing integration of immigrants.
View ArticleProfile: Esperanza Aguirre, Spain’s very own iron lady
The scourge of Basque and Catalan nationalists, and an ardent advocate of privatization, the head of the Madrid regional government has carved out a place for herself in the Popular Party as a kingmaker.
View ArticleSpain’s true crisis isn’t economic, it’s institutional
The ongoing economic slump has helped erode the credibility of Spain’s banks, politicians, judiciary and royalty. The much-vaunted Transition to democracy needs to be updated.
View ArticleMariano Rajoy
To his supporters he’s calm, considered, strategic and resilient. But to his critics – whose ranks have swelled this year – Spain’s prime minister is hesitant, rigid, poorly advised and uncharismatic.
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