MADRID, Spain.— The Congress of Deputies of Spain rejected the proposal promoted by the Vox parties y Popular (PP) in which it was called to condemn the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardofor not inviting your inauguration al king Philip VIhead of the Spanish State.
With 19 votes against Spanish Socialist Workers Party (PSOE) and the Catalan, Basque and Galician nationalists rejected the proposal, which obtained 17 votes in favor.
Vox stance
López Obrador has been a catastrophe for Mexico: more homicides, more corruption and more power for the drug cartels.
Scheinbaum begins his mandate with the same stupid offense as his predecessor to Mexico’s own Spanish history. Spain will never apologize for its… https://t.co/qlCBVoGlRD
— Santiago Abascal 🇪🇸 (@Santi_ABASCAL) October 3, 2024
On October 3, the Vox party presented its proposal, to which it added an amendment formulated by the PP.
The intention was for the Congress of Deputies to make the following message public and official:
“As a representative of the Spanish people, and with the utmost respect for the brother people of Mexico (sic), I condemn the attitude expressed by the president (sic) of the United Mexican States, Claudia Sheinbaum, against the figure of the head of State, His Majesty. Felipe VI and, therefore, the Spanish people.”
It was also proposed to urge “the government to disapprove the presence of Spanish political representatives at the inauguration” of Claudia Sheinbaum because, according to these political organizations, it represented “an attack on the figure” of the king.
It also proposed that the government “take appropriate measures to defend the historical legacy of Spain in Mexico (sic).”
Position of the Spanish Government
The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, speaks of a diplomatic crisis with Mexico after King Felipe VI was not invited to the inauguration of Claudia Sheinbaum
“We find it unacceptable” pic.twitter.com/2EhHtxBMI7
— Joaquín López-Dóriga (@lopezdoriga) September 25, 2024
At the end of September, the President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, established his position regarding the exclusion of the king from the inauguration of Claudia Sheinbaum and assured that no representative of his administration would attend the event.
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What were the key reasons behind the proposal by Vox and the Popular Party to condemn Claudia Sheinbaum, and how does this reflect Spain’s historical ties with Mexico?
**Interview with Dr. Elena García, Political Analyst and Expert on Spanish-Latin American Relations**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. García. The recent rejection of the proposal by Vox and the Popular Party to condemn Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stirred quite a debate in Spain. Can you provide some context on why this proposal was made in the first place?
**Dr. García:** Absolutely, and thank you for having me. The proposal emerged in response to President Sheinbaum not inviting King Felipe VI to her inauguration. Vox and PP framed this as an affront not just to the Spanish monarchy but also to Spain’s historical ties with Mexico. They aimed to strengthen a narrative that emphasizes Spain’s traditional role and importance in Latin America, which they feel has been undermined in recent years.
**Interviewer:** What was the main argument from those who voted against the proposal, particularly from the Socialist Workers Party and the nationalists?
**Dr. García:** The opposition argued that this proposal was politically motivated and would only serve to escalate tensions between Spain and Mexico. By rejecting the notion of formally condemning Sheinbaum, they highlighted the importance of diplomatic relations and encouraged a more constructive dialogue. They also pointed out that Mexico and Spain have a complex relationship that benefits from mutual respect rather than condemnation.
**Interviewer:** Vox leader Santiago Abascal criticized López Obrador’s presidency and linked Sheinbaum’s actions to a perceived offense against Spain’s history. Do you think this reflects a broader sentiment within Vox regarding Latin America?
**Dr. García:** Yes, it does. Vox often employs a rhetoric that romanticizes Spain’s colonial past while criticizing current Latin American leaders who challenge that narrative. Their perspective tends to view Latin America through a very Spanish-centric lens, which can ignore the nuances of each country’s political landscape. This rhetoric resonates with their base, but it also risks alienating potential diplomatic relations.
**Interviewer:** How might this incident affect Spain-Mexico relations moving forward?
**Dr. García:** It’s hard to say definitively, but such incidents can create unnecessary friction. While the formal rejection of the proposal is a positive sign of seeking to avoid a diplomatic rift, there are underlying sentiments that may persist on both sides. The key will be how both nations manage their interactions going forward, hopefully focusing on cooperation rather than historical grievances.
**Interviewer:** what implications does this have for other geopolitical relationships in Latin America?
**Dr. García:** The rejection of the proposal indicates a willingness in some parts of Spanish politics to resist polarizing rhetoric. It may encourage other countries in Latin America to engage with Spain in a way that prioritizes shared goals over historical conflicts. However, parties like Vox might continue to push a narrative that might complicate these dynamics. it’s a balancing act that both Spain and Latin American nations will need to navigate carefully.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. García, for your insights on this complex issue.
**Dr. García:** You’re welcome. Thank you for the conversation!
