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Spain boosts imports of Moroccan fruits and vegetables by 24% in Q1 2025

Spain imported 188,076 tons of fruits and vegetables from Morocco during the first quarter of 2025, spending a total of €481 million. This marks a 24% increase in volume and a 23% rise in value compared to the same period last year, according to data from the agriculture-focused platform FreshPlaza. Steady......

Spain's unemployment falls below 2.5 million for first time since 2008

Labour market rebounds but job quality remains a concern Unemployment in Spain has dropped below 2.5 million for the first time in nearly 17 years. The Ministry of Labour reported a decline of 57,835 people in May, bringing the total number of unemployed registered with SEPE to 2,454,883. This marks......

Spain's controversial 100 percent property tax on foreign buyers

Recent developments in Spain have sparked concern among potential foreign property buyers as the government advances plans to impose a staggering 100 percent tax on certain overseas home purchases. This proposal, aimed at addressing the nation’s escalating housing crisis, raises critical questions......

Morocco to boost electric vehicle output by 53% in 2025

Morocco is preparing to scale up its electric vehicle production capacity by 53% by the end of 2025. Minister of Industry Ryad Mezzour confirmed the objective on Tuesday, stating that national output should reach 107,000 electric vehicles next year. The country’s total automotive production currently......

How unmarried couples can qualify for Spain's non-lucrative visa

Spain’s non-lucrative visa offers non-EU citizens a legal path to live in the country without working. It remains a top choice for retirees and those with passive income. But what happens when the applicants are in a long-term relationship but not legally married? Residency without employment The......

Poland’s new president threatens Tusk’s pro-European reforms

Karol Nawrocki’s narrow win in Poland’s presidential election marks a critical setback for prime minister Donald Tusk’s reformist government and the country’s alignment with the European Union. Backed by the conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party, Nawrocki secured 50.89% of......

Spain's proposed 100 percent tax on non-EU property buyers raises concerns

Since The Local Spain reported the Spanish government’s intention to impose a 100 percent tax on property purchases by non-EU non-residents, questions have arisen regarding the specifics of this tax. This draft bill, introduced by the Socialist government of Pedro Sánchez, aims to address......

EU seeks Moroccan leverage to repair fractured Sahel ties

The European Union is turning to Morocco to restore its strained ties with Sahel countries. This diplomatic shift was highlighted during the recent visit of EU Special Representative João Cravinho to Rabat. Cravinho held talks with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, emphasizing the importance......

Spain's proposed 100% tax on foreign property buyers sparks legal concerns

Following Spain's announcement of a proposed 100 percent tax on property purchases by non-EU non-residents, legal and real estate experts are raising significant concerns regarding its viability and legality. The initiative, spearheaded by the Socialist-led government, aims to curb foreign speculation......