Economy
Valencia will soon welcome a direct transatlantic route, re-establishing its connection with Montreal, Canada, for the first time in over a decade. This new service will be operated by Air Transat and is set to commence on June 21, 2025, with flights scheduled for Saturdays. The introduction of this......
Hassan Abkari, the former director general of Tanger Med Port Authority (TMPA), has officially liquidated the Spanish firm that was central to his dismissal. This development follows the revelation of his business activities in Valencia, prompting the closure of New Port Consulting 2024, a company he......
Viral social media posts have sparked a wave of misinformation regarding cash withdrawals in Spain, claiming that individuals will be fined as much as €150,000 for withdrawing €3,000 or more from an ATM. This sensational narrative has gained traction on platforms like X and Facebook, with some......
Spain proposes a law to ban fake hospitality reviews and enforce stricter verification standards to protect its vital tourism sector. Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs is preparing a legislative move that would ban fake online reviews, aiming to defend the integrity of the country's hospitality......
Santiago J. Castella Surribas, president of the Port of Tarragona in Spain, recently lauded Morocco’s impressive progress in port infrastructure, recognizing the country’s significant advancements in the sector over the past 25 years. According to Castella, Morocco has successfully modernized......
In this week’s Inside Spain, we examine the remarkable surge of foreign self-employed workers and the growing anxiety surrounding tourism in popular destinations. Spain’s population has recently reached a record high of 49,153,849, with an increase of 75,865 inhabitants in just three months.......
A growing number of Americans are choosing to make Spain their home, with the country’s Beckham Law serving as a key incentive despite recent controversies. According to Spain's National Statistics Institute (INE), the number of U.S. citizens residing in Spain surged from 40,159 in 2022 to......
Spain has committed €340 million (approximately MAD 3.65 billion) to construct Africa’s largest desalination plant in Casablanca, a significant move aimed at addressing the region's water scarcity challenges. This financial agreement was formalized during a ceremony attended by Spain’s......
In a promising development for Spain's sherry capital, Jet2 has announced new flight routes connecting the southern city of Jerez de la Frontera with three major British cities: Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds. This initiative, effective from May through October 31, 2025, marks a significant step......
Spain’s right-wing parties have recently dismissed a proposal aimed at limiting foreign property ownership in the Balearic and Canary Islands. This initiative, which was discussed in both the Congress and Senate, was branded “xenophobic” by members of Vox, who joined forces with the......
Spain has shown a notable improvement in its labor market indicators. According to the Ministry of Labor and Social Economy, unemployment has fallen to its lowest level since 2008. In April, the number of job seekers dropped by 2.6% compared to March, totaling 2,512,718 people. This positive shift is......
Spain’s tax agency has vehemently rejected allegations from a UK-US law firm, asserting that the Beckham Law constitutes a “tax trap” that unfairly exploits foreigners relocating to the country. The law firm, led by American-Canadian Robert Amsterdam, has faced significant backlash......
The recent theft of copper cables on Spain's railways has sparked chaos for countless train passengers, highlighting a troubling trend of rising crime. This article delves into the alarming frequency of such incidents, the motivations behind them, and the significant repercussions for Spain's......
