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Spain and Vietnam strengthen economic ties with €305 million financial agreement

During a visit to Vietnam, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized the negative impact of trade wars, especially highlighting the tariffs imposed by the Donald Trump administration, which have raised the costs of Vietnamese products by up to 46%. Sánchez made this statement while......

Spain's response to U.S. tariffs on EU imports

The Spanish government has assessed the impact of the new 20% tariff imposed by the United States on all imports from the European Union. According to the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry, the new trade tariffs will affect 80% of the Spanish products sold in the U.S. In monetary terms, this translates......

Tangier set to launch tramway system ahead of 2030 World Cup

Tangier is on the verge of becoming Morocco’s fourth city to implement a tramway system, following the announcement of an ambitious MAD 8.4 billion ($840 million) project. This initiative, which has been in the works since 2014, is now being propelled by the forthcoming 2030 World Cup, which Morocco......

Catalonia to Mobilize €1.5 Billion to Counteract Trump’s Tariffs

The Catalan government is set to allocate €1.5 billion to mitigate the effects of tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. This package, confirmed by the government and reported by Catalunya Radio, includes grants, loans, investments, advisory services, and various other measures. The initiative......

New proposals in Spain aim to limit foreign property purchases

A Spanish political party has proposed new measures to restrict foreign individuals from purchasing property in Spain unless they can demonstrate a minimum of five years of continuous residency. The Republican Left of Catalonia (ERC) has introduced a non-legislative motion in the Spanish Congress advocating......

Morocco and South Korea expand ties through major rail deal

In a recent interview with The Korea Times, Chafik Rachadi, Morocco’s ambassador to South Korea, highlighted the deepening economic relations between Rabat and Seoul, underscored by a landmark $1.5 billion agreement between Morocco’s national railway operator (ONCF) and Hyundai Rotem. Ambassador......

Morocco and Spain: Strategic Partners in Global Competition

Spain now recognizes Morocco as a key strategic ally in facing the challenges of global competition. Far from being rivals, the two countries have forged a powerful partnership in critical sectors that are shaping the future. In an analysis titled “Spain and Morocco: Strategic Allies in the Face......

Air Arabia Maroc launches direct flights from Nador to Murcia

Air Arabia Maroc has announced the introduction of a direct flight route connecting Nador and Murcia, set to commence on May 3. This initiative is part of the airline's broader strategy for international expansion. The new service will operate three times each week, specifically on Mondays, Tuesdays,......

Spain phases out certain €50 banknotes due to counterfeiting concerns

The Bank of Spain has declared that starting in April, specific €50 banknotes will no longer be accepted as legal tender across the nation. While €50 and €20 notes remain widely used in Spain, this decision affects only those €50 banknotes that exhibit visible signs of tampering......

Spain's 14.1 Billion Shield Against Trump's Tariffs

Spain has activated a response plan to counter the tariffs announced by Donald Trump, mobilizing 14.1 billion euros. Of this amount, 7.4 billion comes from new financing, while 6.7 billion uses existing instruments. The aim is to provide a double protection for businesses and employment, relying on both......

Spain's Google tax: Implications of Trump's tariff threats

Spain's controversial 'Google Tax' may soon become a focal point in international trade relations, particularly as U.S. President Donald Trump intensifies his tariff policies. Announced on April 2, Trump's latest measures could escalate tensions with Europe, raising concerns over the......

Spain-Morocco undersea tunnel set to cost €15 billion

The ambitious Spain-Morocco undersea tunnel project, designed to connect Morocco’s Tangier with Spain’s Algeciras through the Strait of Gibraltar, is estimated to carry a hefty price tag of €15 billion, as reported by Spanish newspaper La Razón. This monumental initiative is......

Spaniards’ purchasing power stagnates despite economic growth

Recent data from Eurostat reveals that despite Spain's ongoing economic growth, the purchasing power of its residents remains as low as it was 25 years ago. Spaniards now find themselves eight points below the EU average income level, a stark reminder that macroeconomic indicators do not always reflect......