Joaquín Almunia (Spanish politician)

Joaquín Almunia is a Spanish politician known for his work in European affairs. He served as a European Commissioner for Competition from 2010 to 2014, where he oversaw rules ensuring fair competition among businesses in the European Union. Prior to that, he held positions like Secretary-General of the Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party and was a member of Spain’s Parliament. Almunia is recognized for his expertise in economic policy and regulation, playing a key role in shaping EU policies that promote market fairness and economic stability.