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May 12, 19:09

Spain to Vote on EU Official Status for Catalan, Galician, and Basque

The Spanish government will vote on May 27th on granting official status to Catalan, Galician, and Basque languages within the European Union, a move largely seen as a political gesture to appease Junts per Catalunya, a key political ally, although its success is unlikely due to the required unanimi...

Spain to Vote on EU Official Status for Catalan, Galician, and Basque

The Spanish government will vote on May 27th on granting official status to Catalan, Galician, and Basque languages within the European Union, a move largely seen as a political gesture to appease Junts per Catalunya, a key political ally, although its success is unlikely due to the required unanimi...

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How does this vote relate to the ongoing negotiations between the Spanish government and Junts per Catalunya?

This vote is a response to demands from Junts leader Carles Puigdemont, a key ally of the Spanish government, particularly in negotiations regarding a reduced work week. The government's action provides Puigdemont with a concession to present to his electorate while simultaneously acknowledging the low probability of success.

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Dec 14, 00:36

Spain Renews Push for Catalan, Galician, Basque as EU Co-Official Languages

Spain's Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares is again requesting that Catalan, Galician, and Basque become co-official EU languages, sending a letter to the Polish presidency; this follows accusations by Junts leader Carles Puigdemont of broken promises regarding Catalan.

Spain Renews Push for Catalan, Galician, Basque as EU Co-Official Languages

Spain's Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares is again requesting that Catalan, Galician, and Basque become co-official EU languages, sending a letter to the Polish presidency; this follows accusations by Junts leader Carles Puigdemont of broken promises regarding Catalan.

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What is the immediate impact of Spain's renewed push for Catalan, Galician, and Basque to become EU co-official languages?

Spain's Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, has renewed his request for Catalan, Galician, and Basque to become co-official languages in the European Union, sending a letter to his Polish counterpart. He argues this would bring EU institutions closer to 20 million Spanish citizens and that Spain would cover the costs. This follows accusations from Junts leader Carles Puigdemont that the Spanish government has broken a previous agreement.

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Nov 5, 22:12

Death of Radio Host Òscar Moré

Òscar Moré, a renowned Catalan radio host, passed away unexpectedly at age 50. His career spanned various media outlets, and he was known for his passion and dedication to radio.

Death of Radio Host Òscar Moré

Òscar Moré, a renowned Catalan radio host, passed away unexpectedly at age 50. His career spanned various media outlets, and he was known for his passion and dedication to radio.

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Who was Òscar Moré?

Òscar Moré, a 50-year-old radio host and communicator from Figueres, Girona, died suddenly on Monday night.

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Dec 31, 10:10

Spain's Stalled Bid for EU Recognition of Catalan, Galician, and Basque

Spain is actively lobbying the EU to grant official status to Catalan, Galician, and Basque, facing resistance from several member states and the European Parliament, despite having secured agreements with most EU institutions and pledging to cover the estimated €132 million annual cost.

Spain's Stalled Bid for EU Recognition of Catalan, Galician, and Basque

Spain is actively lobbying the EU to grant official status to Catalan, Galician, and Basque, facing resistance from several member states and the European Parliament, despite having secured agreements with most EU institutions and pledging to cover the estimated €132 million annual cost.

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What are the long-term implications of Spain's initiative for the recognition of minority languages within the European Union?

The lack of progress raises concerns about the stability of Spain's coalition government, as Junts threatens to withdraw support. The EU's slow response highlights the challenges of balancing national identity with broader European integration. Future success hinges on overcoming political resistance within the EU Parliament and securing broader support among member states.

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Dec 4, 22:10

Spain Pushes for Co-official Language Use in European Parliament

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares is pressing the European Parliament to allow the use of Spain's co-official languages (Catalan, Galician, and Basque) in its proceedings, a move opposed by the Popular Party, despite similar agreements existing in other EU bodies.

Spain Pushes for Co-official Language Use in European Parliament

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares is pressing the European Parliament to allow the use of Spain's co-official languages (Catalan, Galician, and Basque) in its proceedings, a move opposed by the Popular Party, despite similar agreements existing in other EU bodies.

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What specific actions is the Spanish government taking to ensure the use of Spain's co-official languages in the European Parliament?

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares is urging the European Parliament to end its linguistic exception, preventing the use of Spain's co-official languages (Catalan, Galician, Basque). He met with Parliament President Roberta Metsola to push for administrative agreements mirroring those in the European Commission and Council. This would allow for co-official language use in parliamentary proceedings.

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