Mazón Slams Madrid's DANA Response: "Eight Months of Delays"

Valencia's President Mazón Criticizes Spanish Government's Response to DANA Storm. Valencia, Spain – June 9, 2025. President of the Valencian Generalitat, Carlos Mazón, expressed his disappointment with the Spanish government's handling of aid distribution following the devastating DANA storm. In an interview with Cadena SER, Mazón stated, "I've approved the DANA budgets; the Valencians don't need a new majority in the Valencian Cortes because they already have one." He contrasted this with the lack of approved national budgets, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Mazón's criticism focused on the lack of serious interlocution and coordination from the central government, highlighting the delay in providing necessary aid for reconstruction efforts. He further added, "We're eight months down the line, and there's no serious interlocution or coordination, let alone a joint commission with the Spanish Government." The interview underscores the ongoing tension between regional and national authorities in managing the aftermath of the storm and the allocation of funds for recovery. The situation highlights the need for effective collaboration between different levels of government to ensure timely and efficient aid delivery to those affected by the DANA storm.