Geroa Bai on 23 October presented in Navarre its lists for the Spanish parliamentary elections on 29 November, handing the lead to Geroa Socialverdes to. Pablo Azcona, the coalition’s spokesperson in the Parliament of Navarre, is standing as number one for the Congreso. For the Senado lists Mayte Espinosa heads the list. The partner, influential until recently, PNV is listed only in third place in both chambers.
The coalition says the decision is intended to secure an independent, progressive voice from Navarre in Madrid. Geroa Bai describes its representation in the Cortes Generales as “progressive” and stresses the defence of Navarrese interests at national level. The reshuffle follows failed talks with other left-wing forces in Navarre about a joint candidacy. According to party sources and consistent media reports, disagreements over personnel and strategic direction prevented an agreement.
Alongside Azcona, María Basarte, Javier Ollo, Aitana Duque and Alfredo Agós were also named for the Congreso list. Within the coalition, the appointments mark a clear gain for Geroa Socialverdes, founded by former regional president Uxue Barkos . In 2023, the PNV played a leading role on the coalition’s Congreso list; it now gives way to the Socialverdes.
The announcement comes amid strained relations between the parties supporting the regional government of President María Chivite . The PSN has its own plans for 29 November. Geroa Bai is also signalling that it is open to talks on the Senado, while keeping its options open. Official statements from the coalition do not fundamentally call into question the continuity of cooperation in regional politics, but point to the need to secure its own presence in Madrid.
What is confirmed is the nomination of Pablo Azcona and Mayte Espinosa, as well as the ranking of the other candidates for the Congreso. Attributions of motives and assessments of possible consequences come from statements by Geroa Bai and reports in regional media. Politically, the shift within the lists is likely to recalibrate the balance of power in the coalition and sharpen competition within Navarre’s left. Whether this leads to new agreements for the Senado remains open and depends on further talks in the coming days.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).