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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How might the rejection of the condemnation proposal by Spain’s Congress affect the future political discourse between Mexico and Spanish right-wing parties?
**Interview with Dr. Elena Martínez, Political Analyst**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Dr. Martínez. Thank you for joining us to discuss the recent political developments regarding Mexico’s newly inaugurated president, Claudia Sheinbaum, and the reactions from Spain’s Congress.
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for having me. It’s a fascinating topic with significant implications for both nations.
**Interviewer:** To start, can you explain the recent rejection by Spain’s Congress of the Vox and Popular Party’s proposal to condemn President Sheinbaum for not inviting King Felipe VI to her inauguration?
**Dr. Martínez:** Certainly. The proposal aimed to officially criticize Sheinbaum’s decision—some argued it was an affront to the historic ties between Mexico and Spain. However, it was voted down, largely due to opposition from the Spanish Socialist Workers Party and various regional nationalists. It highlights a divide in Spanish politics regarding relations with Latin America, especially Mexico[[1](https://apnews.com/article/mexico-president-claudia-sheinbaum-7d3599b39a7298df46e7eda34d80afee)].
**Interviewer:** Vox has described the current Mexican administration as a continuation of past failures. What do you make of this perspective?
**Dr. Martínez:** Vox’s stance reflects a broader right-wing critique of Mexico’s leftist leadership under President López Obrador, and now Sheinbaum. They argue that these administrations have worsened violence and corruption. This rhetoric plays into a narrative they believe resonates with their base, particularly around issues like historical grievances and national pride[[1](https://apnews.com/article/mexico-president-claudia-sheinbaum-7d3599b39a7298df46e7eda34d80afee)].
**Interviewer:** How significant is the absence of a royal invite in shaping Mexico-Spain relations, considering historical contexts?
**Dr. Martínez:** The absence of King Felipe’s invitation could symbolize a shift towards a more assertive Mexican foreign policy that prioritizes sovereignty over traditional diplomatic courtesies. This reflects a historical context filled with colonial resentment, where many in Mexico feel that Spain has not adequately acknowledged its past. Hence, this incident could be viewed as part of a broader struggle for narrative control in historical discourse[[1](https://apnews.com/article/mexico-president-claudia-sheinbaum-7d3599b39a7298df46e7eda34d80afee)].
**Interviewer:** What are the potential implications of this incident for future diplomatic relations between Mexico and Spain?
**Dr. Martínez:** Diplomatic relations might become more strained if incidents like this become common. Mexico under Sheinbaum may continue to solidify its independence from former colonial influences, which could lead to a reevaluation of bilateral agreements. Yet, it’s also plausible that both governments will seek to maintain dialogue, given their economic ties and the need for cooperation on regional issues[[1](https://apnews.com/article/mexico-president-claudia-sheinbaum-7d3599b39a7298df46e7eda34d80afee)].
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Martínez, for your insights. It’s clear that the implications of this event extend beyond the immediate political realm and into the larger historical and cultural contexts.
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for having me. It’s crucial that we continue to analyze these developments as they unfold.
