Spain's radically different approach to African migration
Published: 10/15/2025

Spain's unique approach to African migration involves a commitment to expanding development aid and deepening engagement with the African continent. The government is focused on restorative justice, creating a new development fund, and fostering safe, orderly, and mutually beneficial migration. Through training schemes, circular migration agreements, and a broader social-cultural agenda, Spain aims to address the challenges of irregular migration while supporting the progress of African countries towards inclusive development and peace. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez emphasizes the economic contributions of migrants and seeks to move beyond simply rejecting new arrivals, setting a different tone compared to many Western nations.



