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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**Interview with Dr. Isabel Martínez, Political Analyst and Expert on Latin American Relations**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. Martínez. The recent proposal by the Vox and Popular parties in Spain to condemn Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum for not inviting King Felipe VI to her inauguration has stirred significant political tension. What do you make of the rejection by the Congress of Deputies?
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for having me. The rejection of this proposal is indicative of the broader political landscape in Spain and its relationship with Latin America. It shows that not all parties are aligned with a confrontational approach towards Mexico. The PSOE, along with regional parties, seems to want to maintain cordial relations and prioritize diplomacy over confrontation.
**Editor:** Vox’s stance includes strong criticisms of the Mexican president, linking her administration to issues like corruption and violence. Do you think these accusations reflect a genuine concern for Mexico, or are they more politically motivated?
**Dr. Martínez:** It’s a complicated issue. While concerns about corruption and violence in Mexico are valid, Vox tends to leverage these issues to reinforce their narrative and garner support among their base. Their strong rhetoric may not genuinely reflect an intention to aid Mexico but rather to assert Spain’s historical identity and influence.
**Editor:** The proposal specifically mentioned representing the Spanish people in condemning Sheinbaum’s actions. How do you see the role of historical context influencing this debate?
**Dr. Martínez:** The historical context is crucial. The Spanish conquest of Mexico is a sensitive topic, and Vox’s insistence on loyalty to the historical narrative can create a backlash. President Sheinbaum’s statements about this history may have resonated with many in Mexico, highlighting a desire to revisit and redefine their relationship with Spain. The rejection by the Congress illustrates that many in Spain are aware of the need to approach this history with sensitivity.
**Editor:** With the current political climate, what do you foresee for future Spain-Mexico relations?
**Dr. Martínez:** As long as political parties like Vox continue pushing for a confrontational stance, there will be challenges ahead. However, the more progressive factions in Spain seem to favor cooperation and mutual respect. It might require navigating through these tensions, but ultimately, I believe both countries can prioritize dialogue and address their historical complexities positively.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Martínez, for your insights on this intricate issue surrounding the interactions between Spain and Mexico.
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for having me. It’s essential to keep discussing these matters as they evolve.