{"id":150078,"date":"2025-06-12T08:22:30","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T08:22:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/albares-predicts-that-the-treaty-regarding-gibraltar-will-be-written-in-black-and-white-by-autumn\/"},"modified":"2025-06-12T08:22:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T08:22:32","slug":"albares-predicts-that-the-treaty-regarding-gibraltar-will-be-written-in-black-and-white-by-autumn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/albares-predicts-that-the-treaty-regarding-gibraltar-will-be-written-in-black-and-white-by-autumn\/","title":{"rendered":"Albares predicts that the treaty regarding Gibraltar will be “written in black and white” by autumn."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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New Treaty Promises a Transformed Relationship Between the EU and Gibraltar<\/h2>\n

The \u00a0Minister of Foreign Affairs\u00a0, Jos\u00e9 Manuel Albares, has made a bold claim regarding the future relationship between the \u00a0European Union (EU)\u00a0 and Gibraltar. He recently announced that a new treaty governing this relationship could be completed as early as ”\u00a0autumn\u00a0.” During an interview with Onda Cero, covered by Europa Press, Albares revealed that teams would begin drafting the agreement immediately following a significant political decision made between the EU and the UK in Brussels.<\/p>\n

Drafting a New Chapter in Diplomacy<\/h2>\n

According to Albares, the \u00a0initial timeline\u00a0 provided by the \u00a0legal services\u00a0 of the Commission indicates that the entire treaty will be finalized “in writing” by autumn. However, he acknowledged that the month of August, characterized by reduced labor activity, could affect the speed of progress. Despite this, optimism remains high as Albares emphasized that the physical barrier, known as the \u00a0Verja\u00a0, is now a thing of the past.<\/p>\n

\u201cStarting yesterday, the Verja is \u00a0history\u00a0,” Albares stated. “We are moving toward a new model of coexistence.” This declaration hints at a new era in which both Gibraltar and the \u00a0Campo de Gibraltar\u00a0 will no longer face each other with hostility but rather look forward to a future marked by shared prosperity.<\/p>\n

Benefits of the Treaty: Free Movement and Collaboration<\/h2>\n

Albares elaborated on the many implications of the potential treaty. He explained that the removal of the Verja\u2014primarily a \u00a0visual barrier\u00a0\u2014represents a multitude of deeper changes. Crucial among these changes are the \u00a0free movement\u00a0 of people and goods, aiming to foster mutual growth between both regions.<\/p>\n

He also highlighted the need for convergence in areas such as \u00a0indirect taxation\u00a0. Issues that have sparked tension, particularly concerning \u00a0tobacco regulation\u00a0, will now have mechanisms to resolve disagreements and work towards common standards, particularly in \u00a0environmental\u00a0 matters.<\/p>\n

A New Era of Relationship Between Spain and the UK<\/h2>\n

This treaty marks a “new page” in the history of both the Campo de Gibraltar and its relationship with Gibraltar, potentially opening “new avenues of possibilities” in Spain’s relationship with the UK. Albares emphasized how these changes are integral to moving forward collectively rather than remaining in a state of conflict.<\/p>\n

Addressing concerns raised in the UK regarding Spanish police overseeing \u00a0Schengen\u00a0 controls at Gibraltar’s \u00a0port\u00a0 and \u00a0airport\u00a0, Albares called for a rational and cooperative approach. He underscored that this change would ensure safe and reliable movement of people and goods without compromising the integrity of the \u00a0Schengen Zone\u00a0 and the \u00a0Customs Union\u00a0\u2014goals that align with Spain’s national interests and the EU\u2019s objectives.<\/p>\n

Spain’s Stance on Sovereignty<\/h2>\n

In his closing remarks, Albares reaffirmed that Spain has not waived its claim to sovereignty over the Rock of Gibraltar. His statements reflect Spain\u2019s delicate balancing act of pursuing mutual cooperation while retaining its claims over Gibraltar where \u00a0sovereignty issues\u00a0 are concerned.<\/p>\n

As the final treaty is anticipated to reshape the landscape between the EU and Gibraltar, there remains cautious optimism for the future. The extensive discussions indicate a clear commitment to \u00a0collaboration\u00a0 and \u00a0growth\u00a0, suggesting a pivot away from historical confrontations to a future embracing cooperation and economic reciprocity.<\/p>\n


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