Spain raises its ILO contribution as 'La Yoli' lands the deputy job
Spain increases its contribution to the ILO and 'La Yoli' is appointed deputy director: the link between money and international posts reopens the revolving doors debate.
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'La Yoli' to the ILO: Spain raises its contribution and places its number two
Spain has decided to increase its contribution to the International Labour Organization (ILO). Coinciding with that increase, one of the best-known faces in Spanish politics, nicknamed 'La Yoli', has been appointed deputy director of the Geneva-based organization. The move has a familiar smell: pay more and, in return, place an ally in an international cushy post. The coincidence, as always, is not documented.
The pattern: more budget, more cushy posts
The correlation between the increase in the Spanish contribution and 'La Yoli's appointment has not gone unnoticed. Some point out this is not the first case: 'Leire', who also became famous recently, would have trinc a similar path. The story is a recurring one: a contribution is paid and people get placed. Meanwhile, taxpayers watch their money swell international structures that return the favor with perks.
Reactions: from mockery to calls for audits
The unease is not merely anecdotal. There are also demands that the next government investigate these appointments, audit the outfits and review whether there were irregular grants. The shadow of corruption, though only alleged, already hangs over the matter. And in the meantime, the official narrative will speak of internationalizing talent. Is it a coincidence or an exchange of favors? For now, the answer is nowhere in the official papers.
Spain has decided to increase its contribution to the International Labour Organization (ILO). Coinciding with that increase, one of the best-known faces in Spanish politics, nicknamed 'La Yoli', has been appointed deputy director of the Geneva-based organization. The move has a familiar smell: pay more and, in return, place an ally in an international cushy post. The coincidence, as always, is not documented.
The pattern: more budget, more cushy posts
The correlation between the increase in the Spanish contribution and 'La Yoli's appointment has not gone unnoticed. Some point out this is not the first case: 'Leire', who also became famous recently, would have trinc a similar path. The story is a recurring one: a contribution is paid and people get placed. Meanwhile, taxpayers watch their money swell international structures that return the favor with perks.
Reactions: from mockery to calls for audits
The unease is not merely anecdotal. There are also demands that the next government investigate these appointments, audit the outfits and review whether there were irregular grants. The shadow of corruption, though only alleged, already hangs over the matter. And in the meantime, the official narrative will speak of internationalizing talent. Is it a coincidence or an exchange of favors? For now, the answer is nowhere in the official papers.
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