A Federal Spain in a Federal Europe
Nov 2, 2017 sees only one realistic option for overcoming the crisis triggered by Catalonia's independence bid.
Catalonia’s Reckless Independence Bid
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.
Sort by:
Show:
-
A Federal Spain in a Federal Europe 
-
The Sovereignty that Really Matters The Sovereignty that Really Matters
Oct 20, 2017 calls for renewed efforts to reduce the preeminence of the nation-state.
-
Europe’s Attackers From Within Europe’s Attackers From Within
Oct 17, 2017 argues that a stable and intact Spain that includes Catalonia is essential to the EU's future.
-
International Mediation is Not the Answer in Catalonia International Mediation is Not the Answer in Catalonia
Oct 12, 2017 argues that external mediation of the crisis would undermine democracy and the rule of law – and not only in Spain.
-
Why Catalonia’s Independence Bid Is Failing Why Catalonia’s Independence Bid Is Failing
Oct 12, 2017 describes the insuperable obstacles that will stifle the regional government's drive for statehood.
-
Europe’s Return to Crisis? Europe’s Return to Crisis?
Oct 11, 2017 considers what Spain's internal tumult says about the European Union's structure and prospects.
