Iniciativa

Iniciativa is a political party within the Compromís coalition in Valencia, Spain. It recently gained attention due to Mónica Oltra, a prominent figure and former coportavoz of Iniciativa, announcing her intention to return to frontline politics and run for Mayor of Valencia in the next municipal elections. This announcement was made at an event organized by Iniciativa. Oltra's return is noteworthy because she previously served as Vice President of the Valencian Government. Her decision comes weeks after a court agreed to open a trial against her regarding the alleged cover-up of sexual abuse of a minor by her ex-husband. Despite the pending legal proceedings, Iniciativa and the broader Compromís coalition, including figures like Papi Robles, see Oltra as a strong candidate to regain control of the Valencia city government in 2027, highlighting Iniciativa's continued relevance in Valencian politics.