Spain latest news
Here are some of the latest news from Spain:
Politics
- The Spanish government has approved a new law aimed at reducing the country's carbon footprint and promoting renewable energy. The law sets a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050. (Source: El País)
- The leader of the opposition party, the Popular Party (PP), has called for a national strike to protest against the government's handling of the economy and the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: ABC)
Economy
- Spain's economy has grown by 2.2% in the first quarter of 2023, according to official figures. This is the fastest growth rate in over a year. (Source: El Mundo)
- The Spanish government has announced plans to invest €10 billion in the country's infrastructure over the next five years. The investment will focus on projects such as high-speed rail, roads, and ports. (Source: La Vanguardia)
Coronavirus
- Spain has reported a significant increase in COVID-19 cases in recent days, with over 10,000 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. The government has urged citizens to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. (Source: El País)
- The Spanish government has announced that it will offer COVID-19 vaccines to all citizens aged 18 and over, regardless of their health status. (Source: ABC)
Sports
- The Spanish football team has qualified for the World Cup in Qatar after defeating Sweden 1-0 in a playoff match. (Source: Marca)
- The Spanish tennis player, Rafael Nadal, has won the French Open for the 14th time, defeating Novak Djokovic in the final. (Source: El Mundo)
Culture
- The Spanish artist, Pablo Picasso, has been honored with a new museum in his hometown of Málaga. The museum features a collection of Picasso's works and provides insight into his life and artistic style. (Source: La Vanguardia)
- The Spanish city of Barcelona has been named the best city in the world for tourists, according to a survey by the travel website, TripAdvisor. (Source: El País)
Other news
- A wildfire has broken out in the Spanish region of Galicia, forcing the evacuation of several villages. (Source: El Mundo)
- The Spanish government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage by 10% in 2024. (Source: ABC)