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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Spanish Government Faces Hurdles in Migrant Policy Reform

Published: 2024-07-15

The Spanish government's proposal to reform the Foreigners Law, aimed at mandatory distribution of unaccompanied migrant minors across autonomous communities, faces opposition.

The Popular Party (PP) has set conditions for support, including declaring a national migration emergency and establishing a multi-year contingency fund.

PP spokesperson Borja Sémper criticized the government's approach, calling for a comprehensive migration plan and urgent regional presidents' conference.

The reform, designed to alleviate pressure on overwhelmed regions like the Canary Islands, lacks clear backing from key political parties.

The government hopes to pass the law before July 23, but negotiations remain complex.