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Azcón Says He Will Call Aragón Elections If New Budget Is Blocked

He urges Vox to lift its veto and enter talks, breaking with his earlier stance that elections were only a last resort.

Overview

  • The Aragón president publicly stated for the first time that failure to approve new accounts would trigger an early election.
  • He warned he will not complete the term if the region is forced into a second consecutive budget extension.
  • Azcón needs Vox to pass the numbers and has asked the party to reconsider its refusal to negotiate.
  • Tensions with Vox have grown after recent disputes, including a controversy involving a party adviser, making an agreement harder.
  • He said the draft budget is nearly ready and could be presented within days, setting up an imminent test of support in the Cortes.