Gabriel Rufián will be the candidate for Esquerra Republicana (Republican Left of Catalonia) in the upcoming elections on November 29th. He has reached an agreement with Podemos to campaign outside of Cataluña, aiming to mobilize left-leaning voters. This pact allows Rufián to expand his campaigning efforts beyond the borders of Cataluña and garner broader support. The agreement underscores the importance of coalition building within the Spanish left. This move is strategically designed to increase participation and potentially strengthen Esquerra Republicana’s position in the upcoming parliamentary elections. The collaboration with Podemos signals a unified front to appeal to a wider electorate. Further details of the pact, including specific campaign events, have not yet been released.