A Federal Spain in a Federal Europe
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.
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The Sovereignty that Really Matters
calls for renewed efforts to reduce the preeminence of the nation-state.
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Europe’s Attackers From Within
argues that a stable and intact Spain that includes Catalonia is essential to the EU's future.
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International Mediation is Not the Answer in Catalonia
argues that external mediation of the crisis would undermine democracy and the rule of law – and not only in Spain.
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Why Catalonia’s Independence Bid Is Failing
describes the insuperable obstacles that will stifle the regional government's drive for statehood.
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Europe’s Return to Crisis?
considers what Spain's internal tumult says about the European Union's structure and prospects.
