The Partido Popular (PP) will hold its national congress on July 5th and 6th in Madrid. This was announced by party leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo, who cited the need to be prepared for upcoming regional and potentially general elections.
The decision to advance the congress, originally planned for next year, was partly influenced by pressure from Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Community of Madrid, and the uncertainty surrounding the Spanish government's stability, including the failure to pass a budget. Feijóo aims to activate the party, prepare for potential early elections, and solidify his leadership position.
While Feijóo's leadership is not challenged, the congress will involve debate on key ideological issues, such as abortion and euthanasia, and potential changes to the party's primary system. A significant internal reshuffle is expected.
While there is some internal debate regarding the timing of the congress, most party leaders publicly support Feijóo's decision. The congress will trigger a cascade of regional and local party congresses. The situation in regions such as Valencia and Catalonia will receive attention.
The last ordinary PP congress was in 2017; this one will update the party's policies and statutes.