A Chinese Port Could Be a Lifeline for Spain, but Also a Threat NYT - Top Stories By: Jason Horowitz 28 October 2026 at 04:01 Residents say a proposed Chinese car plant in northern Spain will create new jobs. Others say it’s a long-term risk, distilling a debate about the costs and perks of ties to China. © Daniel Rodrigues for The New York TimesBoats in Ferrol, Spain, in 2020. The city is becoming known for its warm welcome of Chinese industry into Spain and Western Europe.