Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez highlighted the exemplary and effective nature of cooperation between Spain and the Kingdom of Morocco in managing migration flows, stressing its tangible impact on reducing irregular migration.
In an interview with CNN, on the sidelines of his participation in the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Sánchez stated that close coordination with Rabat has led to a “very significant” reduction in irregular arrivals to Spanish territory.
The Spanish head of government emphasized that effective migration management is the result of joint commitment and strengthened coordination with countries of origin and transit, pointing first and foremost to Morocco, which he described as a key strategic partner in this regional framework.
According to the latest figures from Spain’s Ministry of the Interior, irregular migrant arrivals in Spain fell by 42.6% in 2025, mainly due to a sharp decline in flows along the Canary Islands route.
Sánchez also noted that migration to Spain is closely linked to the country’s “economic strength and resilience,” recalling that nearly 90% of migrants enter Spain through regular and legal channels.
He further underlined migrants’ positive contribution to the Spanish economy, stating that they account for around 10% of Social Security revenues, while representing only about 1% of total public spending.
