A sudden twist has emerged in the political life of Valencia: the Partido Popular (PP) has decided to reconsider its relationship with Vox in a bid to avoid snap elections following the resignation of Carlos Mazón. While tensions had previously cooled between the two parties, the PP is now actively seeking ways to restore dialogue and reach an agreement.
Party leadership is showing cautious optimism after an initial conversation between Alberto Núñez Feijóo and Santiago Abascal. The name of Mazón’s potential successor remains undisclosed, and there is internal debate about who will serve as interim leader and who will lead the party in future elections.
The PP hopes Vox will act pragmatically and support regional stability, recalling their past cooperation, such as during the approval of the recovery budget. However, there’s no certainty that negotiations will succeed: in other regions, Vox has already broken off talks, and in Valencia itself, the party has gained strength by attracting part of the PP’s electorate.
Negotiations in the shadows: high stakes
Internal party negotiations are taking place behind closed doors to prevent leaks and speculation. The PP is wary of making concessions that could weaken its future position, especially with upcoming election campaigns. At the same time, the party recognizes it may have to compromise to hold on to power.
The old agreements reached under Mazón formally remain in force, but new conditions may emerge during the negotiations. The PP is closely monitoring sentiments within Vox to determine whether the party is ready for constructive dialogue or will choose to take a risk and head for elections.
The region’s future in doubt
The situation in Valencia remains uncertain. The outcome of the talks will determine whether early elections can be avoided and political stability maintained. The PP is focusing on behind-the-scenes consultations and minimizing public statements to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
In the coming weeks, it will become clear whether Vox is willing to back a new interim cabinet and agree to the PP’s conditions, or if the region will head for a new election campaign. For both parties, what’s at stake is not only control in Valencia, but also their standing on the national political stage.
