Hotbeds of separatism in modern Europe
Hotbeds of separatism in modern Europe 09:33 31/07/2009 Today, Europe is the venue of both integration and separatist processes. Experts have calculated that in the 21st century more than 10 new states may emerge in Europe. >> Other news of the day Today, Europe is the venue of both integration and separatist processes. Experts have calculated that in the 21st century more than 10 new states may emerge in Europe. Basque Country is the most traditional example of European separatism. In Spain , about two million Basques live in three provinces of what is called Basque Country. It has broader powers than other Spanish regions; the living standards are above the average; and Basque is recognized as an official language. But despite this devolution deal, the advocates of secession from Spain (to be merged with the Basque-populated part of France) are not going to stop at that. Francisco Franco was responsible for the growth of separatism - the Basques were not allowed to ...