Discussions Continue Between PP and Vox for Senate Elections
The leader of the Popular Party (PP), Alberto Núñez Feijóo, stated on Friday that it would be reasonable for Vox to consider not standing in Senate elections in provinces where they have little chance of winning. He suggested that the PP should acknowledge such a gesture.
In an interview with Cadena Ser, Feijóo clarified that while discussions are ongoing, no “accurate and definitive” agreement has been made regarding Vox’s participation in the upcoming Senate elections on 29 November. He said, “It will depend on Vox’s willingness to forgo running in provinces where they have no senator,” indicating that this could lead to a potential pact.
Feijóo expressed his support for finding solutions that would maximise votes against the current government, hoping it could translate into more senators. He confirmed he has discussed this possibility with Vox leader Santiago Abascal.
Potential Coalition with Vox
Feijóo is optimistic that the PP will emerge as the leading political force in the elections and is open to forming a coalition with Vox if voters want to ensure government stability. He stated, “I’m a democrat; we have done this in other regions,” while stressing the need to adhere to clear boundaries in any agreement.
When asked about Vox’s choice of Jordi de la Fuente as their candidate in Tarragona, a figure previously linked to the ultra-right Movimiento Social Republicano, Feijóo stated he is unfamiliar with de la Fuente but highlighted the reality of working alongside individuals with troubling histories in the current government.
Comments on Javier Milei’s Visit
On the recent visit of Argentine President Javier Milei to Spain and his meeting with Madrid’s regional president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, Feijóo described Milei as “the democratic president of Argentina” and said a visit should not be refused. However, he clarified this does not implicate Ayuso in Milei’s remarks.
Feijóo disagrees with Milei’s provocative style but acknowledged that, statistically, Milei has managed to reduce poverty among millions of Argentines. He described Milei’s economic policies as “much more sensible” compared to those of previous Peronist leaders, whom he labelled “corrupt” and “friends” of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
