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 Vox’s proposal influence the political strategies of right-wing parties in Spain moving forward?
**Interview with Political Analyst Elena Torres on Vox’s Proposal Rejection in Spain**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Elena. Thank you for joining us today.
**Elena Torres:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** Let’s dive into the recent event in the Congress of Deputies of Spain, where the proposal by Vox and the Popular Party to condemn Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum was rejected. What are the implications of this decision for Spanish-Mexican relations?
**Elena Torres:** The rejection is quite significant as it reflects a divergence in political sentiment within Spain regarding its historical ties with Mexico. The proposal, which aimed to publicly condemn President Sheinbaum for not inviting King Felipe VI to her inauguration, was mostly backed by right-wing parties. The fact that it was turned down by a coalition of the PSOE and regional nationalists suggests that there is a desire to maintain a more diplomatic and respectful approach to international relations.
**Interviewer:** Vox’s Santiago Abascal described López Obrador’s presidency as a “catastrophe for Mexico” and criticized Sheinbaum’s continuation of this stance. How does this rhetoric reflect the broader political climate in Spain?
**Elena Torres:** Abascal’s comments resonate with the strong nationalist sentiments that Vox represents. The party often frames its narrative around historical grievances and a perceived decline of national prestige. This rhetoric is part of a broader trend where right-wing parties across various countries seek to consolidate support by invoking historical narratives and nationalism. However, the rejection of their proposal suggests that such sentiments may not be representative of all political factions in Spain, highlighting a division in how the past is understood and how international relations are managed.
**Interviewer:** The proposal included an amendment calling for the government to issue a formal condemnation. Why do you think this was seen as important by Vox and PP?
**Elena Torres:** For Vox and the Popular Party, a formal condemnation served to affirm their political stance and appeal to their base, particularly those who are critical of left-leaning governments in Latin America. It is about reinforcing their identity as defenders of Spain’s historical legacy and asserting a hardline approach to diplomatic relations. By framing Sheinbaum’s actions as disrespectful, they aim to galvanize support among voters who share similar views on national pride and historical grievances.
**Interviewer:** Given this rejection, what potential outcomes could we expect for future political interactions between Spain and Mexico?
**Elena Torres:** It’s likely that this rejection could lead to a cooling of rhetoric, at least officially, from the Spanish government towards Mexico. The PSOE, along with regional parties, seems to favor maintaining amicable relations with Mexico rather than escalating tensions. However, Vox and the PP may continue to use this issue to rally their supporters. the situation highlights the complexities of modern diplomatic relations, especially when historical narratives and contemporary politics intertwine.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Elena. This is an ongoing story, and we appreciate your analysis.
**Elena Torres:** Thank you for having me. It’s essential to keep an eye on how these political dynamics evolve.
