¿POR QUÉ el MAGREB es CLAVE para ESPAÑA? con Jaime Bello | T1E37

In this episode of Border Puzzle, we speak with Jaime Bello, director of Maghrebia Research & Insights and an analyst specializing in the Maghreb, to understand why this region remains a key element of Spanish foreign policy. Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Mauritania, and Western Sahara form a close, complex, and decisive chessboard for Spain. Energy, migration, security, trade, the rivalry between Morocco and Algeria, and the instability in Libya and the Sahel influence many of the decisions made in Madrid, even though the Maghreb often remains largely unknown to a significant portion of Spanish society. Throughout the conversation, we analyze Algeria's role as an energy partner, the evolution of relations with Morocco, the importance of Western Sahara, the political situation in Tunisia, the division of Libya, and the growing strategic weight of Mauritania. This episode helps us understand why the southern neighborhood is not just a regional issue, but a central element for Spain's autonomy, security, and foreign interests. 🧩Why is the Maghreb so important to Spanish foreign policy? 🧩How does the rivalry between Morocco and Algeria influence Spain's decisions? 🧩What role does Algeria play in Spain's energy security? 🧩Why are Libya, Tunisia, and Mauritania also becoming increasingly important? Puzzle de Fronteras (Border Puzzle) is a podcast that discusses Spain's foreign policy, focusing on a different topic each week. It is hosted by Guillermo Bravo, a journalist and radio broadcaster. You can find us on: Instagram: @puzledefronteras TikTok: @puzledefronteras Email: [email protected] Follow us and turn on notifications so you don't miss anything!