The plenary session of the Valencian Parliament this week set the course for a new financial policy. With the votes of the conservative Popular Party (PP) and the right-wing populist VOX, and against the opposition of PSPV and Compromís, the budgets for 2025 were approved. This decision marks a significant shift in priorities within the Valencian Community.
The new budgets for 2025 amount to a total of 32,291 million euros, representing an increase of 2,559 million euros (+8.6%) compared to the previous year. A considerable part of these funds – 2,364 million euros – is specifically earmarked for mitigating the consequences of the devastating flood on October 29, which ravaged large parts of the province of Valencia.
Focus on Tax Cuts and Rural Areas
A central component of the budget is a planned tax cut aimed at relieving citizens and businesses. At the same time, the defense of rural interests is strongly emphasized. In this context, subsidies for Agenda 2030, a globalist plan which, according to the government, negatively impacts the Spanish primary sector, will be cut. The Valencian Climate Agency will also be abolished, and fees related to the “Green Deal” will be eliminated.
Defense of Life and Family at the Forefront
The new government places a strong focus on strengthening family and birth. Two million euros are allocated for pregnant women and newborns. Additionally, tax deductions for the regional portion of income tax at birth will be increased: from 300 to 600 euros for the first child, 750 euros for the second, and 900 euros from the third child onwards. These measures aim to promote the birth rate and financially relieve families.
Fight Against Illegal Immigration and Linguistic Freedom
Another key focus of the budget is the fight against illegal immigration. Reliable age tests for minors will be introduced, and financial aid for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that support illegal immigration will be halted. The agreement also includes a comprehensive plan for the repatriation of illegal immigrants to their countries of origin.
In the area of education and culture, the government advocates for linguistic freedom and combats “Catalanist beach bars.” The budget of the Valencian Language Academy will be cut by 47%, with the freed-up funds to be allocated to students with special needs and parent associations (AMPAS). Furthermore, Valencian will no longer be defended as a prerequisite for public service.
Cuts to Unions, Historical Memory, and Development Cooperation
Aid to unions and employers will be cut by 30 percent. A radical cut will occur in the area of historical memory: zero euros are allocated for this. Instead, the government is committed to restoring “elements of concord,” such as crosses, and recognizing all victims of the Civil War.
The reduction of “superfluous expenditures” is extended to development cooperation, where 52 percent (35 million euros) will be saved. The agreement also ends subsidies for pro-Palestinian organizations and cooperation with UNRWA, UNHCR, and UNICEF.
