In a significant meeting at the Ajuria Enea Palace in Vitoria, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the newly appointed Basque Lehendakari Imanol Pradales discussed key issues affecting the Basque Country.

The two leaders met for over two hours, emphasizing their "clear willingness" to collaborate on various topics, including the fulfillment of the Gernika Statute and the development of Basque self-government.

This meeting marks the first official encounter between Sánchez and Pradales since the latter took office in June.

Both leaders highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between their governments, with a focus on infrastructure, the Basque language, and economic development.

The meeting was characterized as cordial and constructive, reflecting the strong relationship between the Basque government and the Spanish administration.