Barcelona news 2023
Here are some recent news updates from Barcelona, Spain for 2023:
Politics
- February 2023: The Catalan government has announced plans to hold a referendum on independence from Spain, despite opposition from the Spanish government. (Source: BBC News)
- January 2023: The mayor of Barcelona, Ada Colau, has announced a new plan to tackle homelessness in the city, including the construction of new social housing and the creation of a task force to address the issue. (Source: El País)
Economy
- March 2023: The Port of Barcelona has announced a record-breaking cargo volume for 2022, with over 2.5 million containers handled. (Source: Port of Barcelona)
- February 2023: The city's tourism industry has seen a significant decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a 70% drop in visitors in 2022 compared to 2019. (Source: El Periódico)
Culture
- March 2023: The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) has reopened after a major renovation, featuring a new building and expanded exhibition spaces. (Source: The Art Newspaper)
- January 2023: The city's famous La Boqueria market has been named one of the world's best food markets by the World Food Travel Association. (Source: La Vanguardia)
Sports
- March 2023: FC Barcelona has announced a new sponsorship deal with Qatar Airways, worth €200 million over five years. (Source: Marca)
- February 2023: The city's basketball team, FC Barcelona Lassa, has won the Spanish League championship for the 24th time. (Source: AS)
Infrastructure
- March 2023: The city's new tram line, T10, has opened, connecting the city center to the airport and the coastal area. (Source: El Periódico)
- January 2023: The construction of a new high-speed rail link between Barcelona and Madrid has been approved, with an estimated completion date of 2028. (Source: El País)
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Barcelona, Spain. If you're looking for more information or specific updates on a particular topic, feel free to ask!