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 political dynamics in Spain influence future interactions with Mexico amidst rising nationalism?
**Interview with Professor Maria Rodriguez, Political Analyst on Spanish-Mexican Relations**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Professor Rodriguez. We’d like to discuss the recent rejection of the proposal in the Congress of Deputies to condemn Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum for her decision not to invite King Felipe VI to her inauguration. What are your thoughts on this development?
**Professor Rodriguez:** Thank you for having me. This rejection highlights a significant shift in Spain’s political landscape, particularly concerning its foreign relations. The Congress’s decision, backed primarily by the Socialist Party and various nationalist parties, indicates a reluctance to engage in diplomatic disputes over symbolic gestures.
**Editor:** The Vox party expressed strong discontent over Sheinbaum’s actions, framing it as an extension of grievances attributed to her predecessor, Lopez Obrador. How do you interpret this line of argument?
**Professor Rodriguez:** Vox’s reaction seems to be rooted in a desire to assert Spanish nationalism and call attention to perceived slights against Spain’s historical legacy. They portray Sheinbaum’s actions as a continuation of a trend that undermines Spanish-Mexican relations. However, it could also be seen as a miscalculation, as the majority of Congress disagreed with making this a priority, suggesting they may not resonate with the broader public sentiment.
**Editor:** The amendment proposed by the Popular Party alongside Vox emphasized condemning Sheinbaum’s attitude while invoking respect for the Mexican people. What does that juxtaposition tell us about Spain’s political dynamics?
**Professor Rodriguez:** It illustrates the complexity of modern nationalism. The Popular Party seems to acknowledge the importance of maintaining goodwill with Mexico while attempting to appeal to Vox’s base. Their message was carefully worded to balance respect for Mexico with a firm stand against perceived disrespect. This reflects a nuanced approach that many politicians are adopting, where they recognize the value of diplomatic ties while also engaging in domestic political rhetoric.
**Editor:** In a global context, what implications does this situation have for Spanish-Mexican relations moving forward?
**Professor Rodriguez:** I believe this incident could lead to a reevaluation of how both countries perceive each other. On one hand, while Vox and PP might seek to rally national sentiment, the majority in Congress has made it clear that they prefer to prioritize diplomatic relations and mutual respect. Moving forward, the challenge will be for the Spanish government to maintain strong ties with Mexico while navigating domestic pressures from nationalist groups.
**Editor:** Thank you, Professor Rodriguez, for sharing your insights on this important issue. It’s clear that these developments will continue to shape the dialogue between Spain and Mexico.
**Professor Rodriguez:** Thank you for having me. It will be interesting to see how various political factions respond in the future.