AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHousing Crisis: María del Carmen “Maricarmen” Abascal, 87, has died in hospital after her eviction from her Madrid home sparked nationwide protests. Demonstrators renewed calls for affordable housing, while Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez offered condolences. Election Battle: Spain’s snap election is set for November 29, with housing at the centre of the campaign. Sánchez’s government has revived urgent housing measures, including rent protections, as parties clash over how to tackle rising costs. Vox is gaining traction, sharpening pressure on the conservative People’s Party over immigration and other issues. Catalan Politics: A court has lifted the arrest warrant for separatist leader Carles Puigdemont, clearing the way for his return after nearly nine years abroad; he says amnesty alone will not resolve Catalonia’s demands. Business: Spain must refinance about €770 billion in government debt by 2030 at higher borrowing costs, while Barcelona’s Alimentaria FoodTech fair is showcasing AI and automation for the food industry.
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