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 are the implications of Vox and the Popular Party’s stance on Spain-Mexico relations following the rejection of their proposal?
**Interview with Dr. Ana Morales, Political Analyst and Professor at the University of Madrid**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. Morales. We’ve just seen a significant political event where the Congress of Deputies rejected a proposal from Vox and the Popular Party calling for the condemnation of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. What are your thoughts on this rejection?
**Dr. Morales:** Thank you for having me. The rejection of the proposal reflects a broader sentiment in the Spanish Parliament, particularly among the left and regionalist parties. It indicates a willingness to foster diplomatic relations with Mexico rather than escalate tensions, which is crucial for both countries given their historical ties.
**Interviewer:** Vox and the PP seem adamant about condemning Sheinbaum for her actions, particularly her decision not to invite King Felipe VI to her inauguration. How do you interpret their stance?
**Dr. Morales:** Vox, in particular, has positioned itself as a defender of Spanish nationalism and traditional values. Their statement paints Sheinbaum’s actions as an affront to Spanish identity and history. By emphasizing her lack of invitation to the king, they are trying to mobilize national sentiment and draw attention to what they perceive as disrespect towards Spain.
**Interviewer:** There’s been significant backlash from the PSOE and various regional parties against this proposal. What does this tell us about the current political landscape in Spain?
**Dr. Morales:** It’s a reflection of a fragmented political landscape. The PSOE and the regional parties’ rejection shows their desire to maintain a more diplomatic approach and not engage in confrontational politics, especially concerning historical grievances. This indicates a level of pragmatism among those parties, as they know the implications of alienating Mexico could have broader consequences on trade and cultural relations.
**Interviewer:** Vox’s Santiago Abascal made pointed comments regarding President López Obrador alongside this proposal. How do such statements impact Spain-Mexico relations, particularly in the current political climate?
**Dr. Morales:** Such comments can create friction. Abascal’s rhetoric exacerbates existing tensions, framing the relationship in a negative light. However, rejecting the proposal might just send a message that not all Spanish politicians support that narrative. It’s crucial for both nations to navigate their differences carefully, given their intertwined historical contexts.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what do you foresee as the next steps for Spain and Mexico following this political incident?
**Dr. Morales:** I think both countries will likely try to reaffirm their commitments to collaboration in various sectors, like trade and cultural exchange, despite the rhetoric. We may also see initiatives from Spain promoting dialogue rather than confrontation, especially seeking to strengthen ties with Latin America as a whole. It will be important for both governments to find common ground moving forward.