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 implications does the Congress of Deputies’ rejection of the Vox proposal have for Spain-Mexico diplomatic relations in the context of historical grievances?
**Interview with Political Analyst on Spain-Mexico Relations Post-Inauguration Controversy**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Rodriguez. We’re discussing the recent rejection by the Congress of Deputies in Spain of a proposal by the Vox party to condemn Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum, for not inviting King Felipe VI to her inauguration. Could you provide some context on this situation?
**Dr. Rodriguez:** Absolutely, it’s quite a significant moment in Spanish-Mexican relations. The Vox party, along with the Popular Party (PP), sought to issue a formal condemnation of President Sheinbaum, highlighting what they viewed as a disrespectful stance towards the Spanish monarchy, particularly in light of historical ties between the two nations. The proposal, however, failed, receiving only 17 votes in favor against 19 votes opposing it from Socialist and various nationalist factions [[1](https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/cvgl75xy352o)].
**Interviewer:** What were the primary arguments put forth by the Vox party regarding this issue?
**Dr. Rodriguez:** The Vox party has been vocally critical of President López Obrador’s administration in Mexico, blaming it for various socio-economic issues. Their statements suggested that Sheinbaum’s decision not to invite King Felipe VI was part of a broader disrespect for Spain’s historical influence in Latin America. They framed this as a continuation of what they perceive as an inappropriate attitude exhibited by her predecessor [[1](https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/cvgl75xy352o)].
**Interviewer:** In contrast, what was the reaction from other political groups in Spain?
**Dr. Rodriguez:** The Socialist Workers Party (PSOE) and several nationalist parties opposed the proposal from Vox and the PP, signaling a desire to maintain diplomatic decorum and respect for Mexico as a sovereign nation. They likely recognized that condemnation may escalate tensions rather than foster constructive dialogue and cooperation between the two countries. This reflects a broader political strategy of prioritizing diplomatic relations over partisan grievances [[1](https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/cvgl75xy352o)].
**Interviewer:** How do you see this event influencing future relations between Spain and Mexico?
**Dr. Rodriguez:** The rejection of the condemnation proposal could be seen as a diplomatic win for Mexico and a signal that not all Spanish politicians align with Vox’s hardline approach. However, this incident also illustrates the ongoing complexities of historical grievances that exist between the countries. For future relations, it will be crucial for leaders on both sides to navigate these sensitivities carefully. Over time, this could either lead to a more harmonious understanding or continued friction, depending largely on how both countries choose to engage with their shared history [[1](https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/cvgl75xy352o)].
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Rodriguez, for your insights on this evolving diplomatic situation. It will certainly be interesting to see how these relations develop in the near future.
**Dr. Rodriguez:** Thank you for having me. It’s always a pleasure to discuss these important issues.