Puigdemont’s Potential Return Fuels Catalan Political Uncertainty, Possible Early Elections
Barcelona, Spain – The possibility of Carles Puigdemont’s return to Catalan politics is stirring debate and raising the prospect of snap elections, according to reporting from El Mundo on Saturday. The move comes as the Junts per Catalunya (Junts) party navigates a complex political landscape following recent electoral results.
Junts, a pro-independence party currently holding 35 of the 135 seats in the Catalan Parliament, is seeking to redefine its strategy after acknowledging a perceived ceiling to Puigdemont’s electoral appeal, as reported by The Objective in November 2025. Sources within the party suggest a gradual shift towards elevating other candidates is underway.
However, Puigdemont’s potential return – and the influence it could wield – is now being considered as a factor that could trigger an early call for regional elections.
The situation is further complicated by ongoing negotiations with the Spanish government. Junts has reportedly challenged Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to present concrete proposals regarding both amnesty for those involved in the Catalan independence movement and the possibility of a referendum on self-determination, as reported by RTVE.es.
Junts per Catalunya, frequently shortened to Junts, identifies as a pro-independence and populist party positioned on the centre-right of the political spectrum. Puigdemont has served as the party president since 2024. The party’s next steps remain uncertain as it balances internal strategy with external political pressures.
