Until today the discussion about Catalonia becoming a new State in Europe has been limited to two positions. On the Catalan side, being a part of Europe is essential to the project of pro-sovereignty. On the Spanish side, the Catalans’ hypothetical request for membership is merely met with threats of a veto and the assumption that they will see a forced return to the peseta.

The Catalan pro-independence movement has displayed its will to be a part of Europe in every way imaginable.