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Former Basque Leader Iñigo Urkullu Launches Europeanist Foundation eAtlantic

The new advocacy group, supported by major Basque corporate leaders, aims to strengthen EU citizen engagement and advocate for the Atlantic Arc region.

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El ex lendakari Íñigo Urkullu durante una rueda de prensa

Overview

  • Iñigo Urkullu has officially announced the creation of Fundación eAtlantic following his departure from the Basque presidency.
  • Urkullu has requested formal authorization from the Basque Government to chair the foundation.
  • The foundation’s board includes the presidents of Petronor, Kutxabank, Iberdrola, and BBVA as founding patrons.
  • Fundación eAtlantic will focus on promoting the Atlantic Arc and enhancing citizen participation in EU governance.
  • Kepa Izaguirre, a legal director at Cuatrecasas, has been appointed as the non-patron secretary, alongside 26 non-founding patrons.