Ofensiva contra los abusos turísticos
- Over 23,000 people in Canaries protested against mass tourism and its impact on housing, local cohabitation and public services.
- The Consumer Affairs Ministry ordered Airbnb to block about 66,000 ads for non-compliance with accommodation advertising regulations.
- The fight against legal non-compliance in rental platforms is an initiative shared by several global cities, such as New York and Amsterdam.
- In Madrid, within the historic center, rooms in residential use buildings won't be able to be used for tourist use according to the Reside Plan.
- Pedro Sánchez's government proposes, within its housing plan, that all rooms intended for tourist use pay a VAT of 21%.
Conclusion: In face of growing tension around tourism due to its impact on housing and urban life, the Spanish government is taking various measures, including stricter regulations for rental ads and tax policies. However, challenges may arise in their implementation.
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El Foro Internacional de 'Expansión', una referencia
- The Expansion International Forum is a significant economic and business summit in Spain.
- Many personalities from the economic, political, and academic world attend the annual summit.
- The forum is going through a 'singular moment of humanity' due to the events shaking the international framework.
- The publishing company of EL MUNDO reaffirmed its commitment to freedom, free market, and defense.
- The forum seeks answers in the geopolitical environment and drives innovation, open economy, and business growth in times of uncertainty.
Conclusion: The Expansion International Forum plays a crucial role in fostering dialogue and economic cooperation in Spain and beyond, and will continue to do so in the global disruption scenario.
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Entre le Royaume-Uni et l’UE, un début de retrouvailles bienvenu
- For the first time since the Brexit in 2016, the British Isles begin a movement of rapprochement to the European continent.
- The Labour government of Keir Starmer has formalized a 'new strategic partnership' with the EU, signaling a shift after years of disputes and distrust.
- Central to this agreement is a defense and security pact, improving military cooperation and possible British participation in the European SAFE fund.
- Concessions include the indefinite removal of health checks for UK products in the EU and the maintenance of access to British waters for French, Belgian and Dutch fishermen until 2038.
- Despite these advances, the anti-European rhetoric persists in the UK, highlighting the lasting trauma of Brexit.
Conclusion: The 'new partnership' reflects the attractiveness of the EU, the beginning of a realization in the UK and the need for pragmatism in rebuilding the relationship in these difficult times.
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La deconstrucción del Brexit, por Editorial
- The European Union and the United Kingdom are rebuilding their ties in response to the shift in global order and the widening transatlantic divide.
- The benefits of Brexit turned out to be more rhetorical than actual, with life worsening for the British and the government bearing the brunt.
- Keir Starmer's government has decided to restart relations with the EU, initiating new avenues of cooperation.
- The agreement signed in London covers defence, trade, youth mobility, and fishing.
- UK products with animal or vegetable components will see softened health and phytosanitary controls, easing trade.
- The UK may join in EU military missions and benefit from the EU's defence fund.
- No decision was reached on how to combat illegal migration, a priority topic for Starmer.
- Ties have been redesigned in response to changes in the global order and worldwide instability.
Conclusion: The Brexit divorce is irreversible, but both parties now seek to redefine their relations and work together to tackle common problems.
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Opinion | The People Who Want Institutions to Stand Up to Trump
- Elite law firm Skadden has been criticized by its allies for seeking a deal with the Trump administration instead of fighting alongside clients and competitors also targeted by the president.
- Over 250 people affiliated with Skadden's prestigious fellowship program signed a letter condemning the firm for this action, accusing it of betraying the rule of law.
- In response to Trump administration measures, protests have taken place at Columbia University in a sign of disagreement.
- Despite doubts about whether the letter will change the stance of Skadden's partners, the signatories chose to voice their beliefs and do what they could.
Conclusion: The editorial highlights growing anger and resistance to President Trump and his actions, from institutions as well as everyday citizens, especially within the legal community.
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Nomination du gouvernement Bayrou : le Premier ministre veut peser face à l’Elysée
- There will be a new government by Christmas, headed by François Bayrou, including heavyweight figures like Elisabeth Borne and Gérald Darmanin.
- Manuel Valls has been tasked with handling the thorny issue of Overseas territories.
- The appointment of a newcomer to Bercy could run counter to Bayrou's attempt at exerting influence.
- Without signaling to the left, Bayrou's government may be at risk of being censured.
- The absence of Xavier Bertrand in the government may indicate some risk regarding its relationship with the RN.
Conclusion: Bayrou's new government seems to be trying to balance politics with the inclusion of heavyweights, but this could result in internal conflicts and potential censorship issues.
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The Guardian view on Macron, Scholz and Europe’s future: a question of ambition | Editorial
- The French president has called for an EU reset to combat the threat of the far-right.
- Signs of a significant rightward shift in Europe are unmistakable, with parties such as the Rassemblement National in France and AfD in Germany polling well ahead of rivals.
- Despite internal rifts, these radical right-wing parties have substantial financial backing.
- Emmanuel Macron argues that a massive investment in challenges such as the green transition and defence boost can help combat this rise of illiberal extremism.
- It has been suggested that these investments can be financed by joint borrowing tools like those successfully rolled out during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Macron's approach clashes with traditional German views on the desirability of shared European debt.
- Macron is pursuing a long-term vision similar to that of Alexander Hamilton post-American Revolution, aiming to bind together the various components of the European Union.
Conclusion: Though hurdles in countries like France and Germany make the prospects of a shift ahead of the upcoming elections look slim, Macron has highlighted the need for a fiscal reset in the interest of growth, unity, and solidarity.
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Adoctrinamiento y sectarismo: el despilfarro con Broncano
- The contract of RTVE with El Terrat to sign David Broncano is more than 28 million euros for two seasons.
- The contract conditions are very advantageous for the producer and RTVE commits to maintain the program regardless of its audience.
- The contract generated controversy and precipitated a crisis in the public corporation.
- Broncano's signing seeks to modernize TVE and improve its audience data.
- The drawback is that the focus is shifting more towards entertainment and the nightly news time has been cut.
- The decision to compete in the prime time slot with El Hormiguero points to Moncloa's intention to mitigate the social influence of Pablo Motos.
- It is doubtful that the program can attract an older age bracket on television.
- The 28 million expense is questionable, especially compared to the costs of other concerning projects.
- Broncano's signing is associated with the government's tactics to politicize public television.
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Editorial | Sequía e inversiones pendientes
- Catalonia is facing a severe shortage of rainfall, which has depleted the internal basins' reservoirs.
- Soon, the Catalonian government might declare a drought emergency in the area of Barcelona and the Ter-Llobregat supply system.
- The scarcity of water can lead to severe restrictions affecting most of the Catalan population.
- The lack of investment and progressiveness in implementing the necessary reforms have exacerbated the problem.
- Responsibilities of the problem are not exclusive to the current government and local councils but also previous ones.
Conclusion: The severity of the current situation could be the definitive push to take all necessary measures to better cope with future droughts.
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