Aitor Esteban, president of the EBB of the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV), has identified the Spanish Secretary of State for Social Security as a primary obstacle in the ongoing negotiations to transfer the economic management of the social security system to the Basque Country. Esteban characterized the department as a significant burden, arguing that its internal operations are hindered by excessive ideological influence.
The criticism highlights a persistent friction in the transfer process, which remains a key point of contention between the regional and central governments. By labeling the institution a "rémora" or hindrance, Esteban suggests that these ideological factors are actively delaying the completion of the transition, complicating the administrative and political efforts required to finalize the transfer of powers to the Basque authorities.
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