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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Conduct a diplomatic outreach to strengthen ties between Spain and Mexico, particularly in light of the recent tensions surrounding the inauguration of President Claudia Sheinbaum.”
**Interview with Dr. Ana Martínez, Political Analyst and Expert on Latin American Relations**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Martínez. Let’s dive right into the situation. Why do you think the Congress of Deputies in Spain rejected the proposal to condemn President Claudia Sheinbaum?
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for having me. The rejection can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, the Spanish Socialist Workers Party (PSOE) and various regional nationalist parties likely viewed the proposal as unnecessary and potentially damaging to diplomatic relations with Mexico. They might see it as an overreach by Vox and the PP, who tend to adopt a more confrontational stance in foreign policy.
**Interviewer:** Vox has been quite vocal about its criticism of Sheinbaum and her predecessor, AMLO. What is their underlying agenda with such statements?
**Dr. Martínez:** Vox, as a far-right party, often aligns itself with nationalist sentiments and seeks to fortify Spain’s historical narrative. By criticizing Sheinbaum, they frame her actions as disrespectful to Spanish heritage, appealing to their base’s nationalist ideals. They also want to position themselves as staunch protectors of Spain’s interests against perceived slights from abroad.
**Interviewer:** With Sheinbaum being Mexico’s first female president, do you believe her leadership style could influence international relations differently compared to her male predecessors?
**Dr. Martínez:** Absolutely. Sheinbaum’s presidency represents a shift in Mexican politics, not only due to her gender but also because of her focus on social issues and environmental policies. This shift may create opportunities for more collaborative international relations, as female leaders often emphasize consensus-building and diplomacy.
**Interviewer:** How should Spain approach its relationship with Mexico moving forward, given this recent incident?
**Dr. Martínez:** Spain should prioritize diplomacy and communication. It’s crucial to acknowledge Mexico’s sovereignty and the evolving political landscape. Strengthening cultural and economic ties will not only fortify relations but also help to navigate the complexities that arise from historical grievances.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Martínez, for your insights on this evolving situation. It will be interesting to see how the relationship between Spain and Mexico develops under President Sheinbaum’s leadership.
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for the discussion! I’m looking forward to seeing how this plays out in the coming months.
