Catalan politics primarily revolves around the region of Catalonia in northeastern Spain. It is characterized by a strong push for greater autonomy and, in some cases, independence from the Spanish state. The Catalan Parliament plays a crucial role in local governance, with various political parties representing a spectrum of views on independence and regional issues. The Catalan independence movement gained significant momentum in the early 2010s, leading to controversial referendums and political tensions with the Spanish government. Key political parties, such as Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya and Junts per Catalunya, advocate for independence, while others, like Ciutadans, support remaining part of Spain.