Josep Borrell
Josep Borrell is a seasoned Spanish politician and diplomat who has served as the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy since 2019. A member of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE), Borrell has had a distinguished career in both national and European politics, including roles as Spain's Minister of Foreign Affairs and President of the European Parliament. His tenure has focused on addressing complex geopolitical challenges, including the European Union's response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Recently, he has voiced concerns about Europe's position in negotiations involving the United States and Russia, emphasizing the need for a united European front in securing peace and stability on the continent.
Born on Apr 24, 1947 (77 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 7 | 6.14 | 0.28% | +60% | 46,754,778 | 212,781 | $1,400,000 | 6,371$ |
| North Macedonia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,083,374 | 1,865 | $12,800 | 11$ |
| Liberia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.37% | +0% | 5,057,681 | 18,594 | $3,000 | 11$ |
| Andorra | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 77,265 | 50 | $3,000 | 2$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,171 | $2,700,000 | 723$ |
| Totals | 11 | 121,859,109 | 251,461 | $4,118,800 | 7,118$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Spain:
Josep Borrell proposed a plan to allocate 20 billion annually to Ukraine for future armament needs.
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United Kingdom:
The EU’s former external affairs minister Josep Borrell said: 'China cannot pretend to be a great power but close its eyes or cover its ears when it comes to a conflict that obviously makes it uncomfortable.'
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Spain:
Josep Borrell is included in Iglesias' list of 'intimate enemies'.
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Spain:
The previous High Representative of the EU for Foreign Policy proposed measures regarding the taxation of large tech companies.
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Spain:
Josep Borrell is the former High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs who spoke about the perception of the Russian threat.
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Andorra:
Josep Borrell is the former representative of the EU and will be among the distinguished speakers.
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Spain:
Josep Borrell described the main dynamics generated by multipolarity in a 2023 writing.
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Spain:
Josep Borrell pointed out how Europe has lost its influence in the African region in a very short time.
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North Macedonia:
Josep Borrell is the former High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission.
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Spain:
Josep Borrell has been a prominent figure in strengthening relations between Europe and Latin America during his tenure as the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security.
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