The Catalan independence referendum was bold but impetuous, and the regional government now faces hostility from Spain and lacks support from any EU member state. Project Syndicate writers examine the implications for Spain, the EU, and other aspiring secessionists.
Nov 2, 2017 Guy Verhofstadt sees only one realistic option for overcoming the crisis triggered by Catalonia's independence bid.
Oct 20, 2017 Javier Solana calls for renewed efforts to reduce the preeminence of the nation-state.
Oct 17, 2017 Joschka Fischer argues that a stable and intact Spain that includes Catalonia is essential to the EU's future.
Oct 12, 2017 Ana Palacio argues that external mediation of the crisis would undermine democracy and the rule of law – and not only in Spain.
Oct 12, 2017 Shlomo Ben-Ami describes the insuperable obstacles that will stifle the regional government's drive for statehood.
Oct 11, 2017 Daniel Gros considers what Spain's internal tumult says about the European Union's structure and prospects.
Jul 17, 2024 Adekeye Adebajo
Jul 19, 2024 Pinelopi Koujianou Goldberg
Jul 18, 2024 Eric Parrado
Jul 17, 2024 Shlomo Ben-Ami
