The Globalist

When is it appropriate for a region of a larger geopolitical entity to secede? And what criteria should be used to decide the legitimacy of a secession bid?

The crisis in Catalonia and the European Union’s options?

Reviving the autonomy deal that foundered in Spain’s constitutional court back in 2010 would find the support of the majority of Spaniards, including the Catalans.

What’s ahead for Catalonia, Spain and the EU following the tumultuous Catalan independence referendum?

As much as quite a few Catalans may want independence from Spain, it is practically impossible. But more regional autonomy is certainly possible.

How do the three countries compare on consumption and exports of wine?

How do we deal with, and cope with, Jihadi terrorism?

Spanish voters are dismayed with self-absorbed politicians who are determined to hold yet another national election which few voters want.

A messy election result may make forming a Spanish government extra hard.

How do the EU’s third- and fifth-largest economies compare with regard to reform readiness?