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Empowering the Regional Political Perspective in Iberian Studies: Galicia as a Bridge Between Spain and Portugal
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Author(s): Jesus M. Benitez-Baleato (Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain)and Alfonso A. López Rodríguez (Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 22
Source title:
Regional, International, and Transatlantic Relations From the Iberian Peninsula to the World
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Susana Soares da Silva Rocha Relvas (Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Portugal), Mark Gant (University of Chester, UK), Deirdre Kelly (Technological University Dublin, Ireland)and Siân Edwards (University of Cardiff, UK)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0634-6.ch004
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Abstract
Iberian studies has traditionally focused on Spain and Portugal, either through their administrative divisions or as a whole. While this has produced valuable insights, it often overlooks the internal diversity of the Iberian Peninsula—especially regarding historical paths, economic structures, and political dynamics. A regional approach beyond the nation-state paradigm offers a promising alternative. Galicia serves provides a compelling case: its deep-rooted historical, cultural, and economic ties across borders position it as a potential bridge between Portugal and Spain. This chapter examines whether these historical connections remain relevant in today's Iberian context. Through an institutionalist lens, it analyzes Galicia's evolving cross-border interactions, confirming that its transborder dynamics are still politically, economically, and culturally significant. This reinforces the value of regional perspectives for understanding Iberian complexity across time and space.
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