Spain & China
52 shared events · Importance 11 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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International
Spain: Spain is registered to attend the International Energy Agency's workshop on mineral stockpiling.
China: China currently dominates the production of critical minerals, and the G7's initiatives are specifically aimed at reducing this reliance, potentially impacting China's market position.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Spain: Spain is a backer of the European Union-Mercosur agreement, believing it will help compensate for United States tariffs and reduce reliance on China.
China: The trade deal is partly aimed at reducing reliance on China for critical minerals and helping EU companies compete against Chinese rivals in Mercosur markets, where China has a strong presence.
Apr 30, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Spain: Spain is at odds with Donald Trump over the war and faces potential reduction of US forces and even suspension from NATO.
China: China is looking to exploit strategic openings created by the fraying US alliances and is attempting to promote itself as a more reliable global partner.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Spain: Spain is the host nation for the upcoming U.S.-China trade and economic discussions in Spain — Madrid, and Scott Bessent will also meet with Spanish government counterparts.
China: China is a central nation involved in the trade and economic talks with the United States, aiming to maintain a trade truce, address tariff disputes, and navigate the future of ByteDance's ByteDance — TikTok Shop.
Sep 12, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Spain: Spain boycotted the Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel's inclusion.
China: Donald Trump returned from a state visit to China, and his comments about Taiwan have raised anxieties.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Spain: Spanish passengers were among the first to be evacuated from the MV Hondius and flown to Madrid for medical attention.
China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil and is involved in discussions with the United States regarding the Iran war and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its economic ties and diplomatic role.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Spain: Spain reported a new hantavirus case in a passenger evacuated from a cruise ship, bringing the total to 11 cases worldwide.
China: China is helping Kuwait build a port on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island and is a major buyer of Iranian oil, making it a key player in regional stability and the Iran war discussions.
May 12, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Spain: Spain, a NATO ally, angered Donald Trump by forbidding or restricting the use of its airspace or joint military facilities for the United States in the Iran war.
China: China is observing Donald Trump's criticisms of NATO with satisfaction.
Apr 08, 2026 · 66 articles
International
Spain: Spain is among the countries calling for coordinated emergency support from the IMF and World Bank for nations affected by the Middle East war.
China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil, and the United States is pressuring China to encourage Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Spain: Spain is preparing to receive the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius and manage the evacuation of passengers.
China: China, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution calling for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
May 07, 2026 · 31 articles
International
Spain: Spain, through its Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, is seeking to strengthen ties with China and has called for China's increased diplomatic involvement in global conflicts.
China: China, as Iran's main oil buyer, has expressed concern over the US blockade and called for the conflict to be resolved through political and diplomatic channels.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
Spain: Spanish officials reported a newly confirmed hantavirus infection in quarantine.
China: China is considered the second strongest nation militarily and is a key player in trade discussions with the United States. It is also helping Kuwait build a port.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Spain: Spain faces potential troop withdrawals and trade embargo threats from the United States due to its refusal to allow its bases or airspace to be used for attacks on Iran. Donald Trump has called Spain 'horrible' in this context.
China: China is mentioned as an adversarial nation with which Germany has partnered economically, a point of criticism for Donald Trump.
May 01, 2026 · 290 articles
International
Spain: Spain is mentioned as another NATO member that has declined to allow its bases or airspace to be used for attacks on Iran, contributing to the concerns about NATO's operational capabilities.
China: Donald Trump's upcoming visit to China was discussed, indicating its relevance in broader international diplomatic context.
May 08, 2026 · 12 articles
Accidents
Spain: The MV Hondius is traveling to Spain, where multiple patients are being evacuated, indicating Spain's involvement in managing the health crisis.
China: China is noted as the country where the vast majority of hantavirus cases occur annually, providing context on the global prevalence of the virus.
May 07, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Spain: Spain has joined other European allies in a joint statement reaffirming Denmark — Greenland's right to self-determination and supporting Denmark's position.
Jan 07, 2026 · 29 articles
International
Spain: Spain experienced deadly floods in Valencia, where China reportedly used a disinformation 'playbook' similar to Russia's.
Apr 22, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Spain: Spain is one of the world leaders who signed a joint statement welcoming the ceasefire and encouraging a negotiated settlement.
Apr 07, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Spain: Spain, as a NATO ally, issued a joint statement supporting Denmark's sovereignty over Denmark — Greenland.
Jan 09, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Spain: Spain, as part of a joint statement by world leaders, welcomed the ceasefire and encouraged diplomatic efforts for a lasting peace and energy security.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Spain: Spain was a rare bright spot, with its growth forecast raised, contrasting with the general slowdown in Europe.
Apr 22, 2025 · 9 articles
International
Spain: Spain is the home country of Juan José Omella and is mentioned in the context of sexual abuse scandals within the Spanish Church.
Apr 21, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Spain: Spain has been called 'unfriendly' by U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened to cut all trade with the country after it refused to allow its military bases to be used by the U.S. during the conflict.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
International
Spain: Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, commented on the ceasefire, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and peace.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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