The Socialist government has ushered in a new era of relations between Catalonia and the rest of Spain, with these election results being proof-positive that the pragmatic and diplomatic approach of Sanchez is the soundest. By meeting the Catalonians in the middle, nationalist fervor in the region continues to decline, as Madrid for once proves to be a receptive ear for their concerns, even in the face of condemnation of their brave amnesty law.

The Catalonian dream of independence has not died, and Illa faces an uphill battle to form a pro-union government. The delicate balance of power in the region is stacked against a Socialist government ever forming, with the separatist movement still controlling a large amount of seats. If the Socialists cannot form a government that stands up to Madrid and fights for the interests of Catalonia, the separatists will be obligated to form a minority government.