Tag "Catalonia"
Does Scotland Need the EU?
Scottish independence is trusted back into the spotlight after the Brexit referendum, and EU membership is key to that dream. However, Britain does not oppose Scottish independence alone, as Scotland leaving the UK and joining the EU helps Catalonia argue for their own independence from Spain.
Can Spain’s new government resolve the issue of Catalan independence?
Spain’s new Socialist-led government has adopted a more diplomatic approach to the question of Catalan independence, but is defiant that Spanish unity will not be compromised. How will this strategy balance out and affect the political landscape in Catalonia and across Spain?
Catalonia: the rise of Ciudadanos
Elections in Catalonia delivered a blow to Madrid and provided separatists with a relative victory. They also cemented the rise of the Ciudadanos party, with implications for Spain’s national politics.
What Game Theory can teach us about the Catalonia crisis
Game theory can help explain why the crisis between Catalonia and Spain is unlikely to go away anytime soon.
Catalonia’s biggest threat is internal
Amid the political crisis in Catalonia, the ‘silent majority’ in favor of union is becoming more conspicuous. It is likely that the rift will deepen.
The economic cost of the Catalonia crisis
The political crisis in Spain is starting to have economic consequences. Companies are moving their headquarters from Catalonia, and GDP forecasts are down.
The origins of the Catalonia crisis
Spain is on the verge of imposing direct rule over Catalonia, with potentially explosive consequences. How did we get here?
No winners: lessons from Brexit for the Catalan referendum
The Catalan independence referendum leads to a heightened risk of political uncertainty in Spain and highlights some EU structural flaws.
The Week Ahead
Iraqi Kurds and Catalans vote on independence. NAFTA negotiations enter round three. Republican attempt to repeal Obamacare. All in The Week Ahead.
Three problems facing Spain’s government today
The medium term outlook in Spain is under pressure from three issues. Its politicians will have to act judiciously to avoid a constitutional crisis.
