Goikoetxea

Goikoetxea refers to a 1988 landmark ruling by Spain's Constitutional Court regarding the concept of "self-determination." The court determined that regions within Spain do not have the legal right to unilaterally declare independence, thus reinforcing the authority of the central government. This case is significant in discussions about regional autonomy, particularly in contexts such as Catalonia and the Basque Country, where there are movements for greater independence. The ruling underscores the balance between regional ambitions and national unity within Spain's framework of governance.