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Spain's Residency Decree Sparks Economic Debate Amid Opposition

2/3/2026

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The government issued a decree allowing about 500,000 undocumented migrants to apply for renewable residency permits, a move Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain says is vital for the economy.
Migrant labor is crucial in sectors such as agriculture and tourism.
The Vox party opposes the policy and has threatened legal challenges, arguing it encourages illegal immigration.

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The government issued a decree allowing about 500,000 undocumented migrants to apply for renewable residency permits, a move Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain says is vital for the economy.
Migrant labor is crucial in sectors such as agriculture and tourism.
The Vox party opposes the policy and has threatened legal challenges, arguing it encourages illegal immigration.