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.
You might also be interested: “PAN sends letter to King Felipe VI after being excluded from Sheinbaum’s investiture”
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In Dr. Ruiz’s opinion, what are the potential long-term implications for Mexico’s foreign policy and international relations stemming from the recent political developments involving Spain and the Vox party’s condemnation proposal?
**Interview with Dr. Maria Ruiz, Political Analyst**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Dr. Ruiz. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent political developments between Spain and Mexico, especially regarding President Claudia Sheinbaum and her inauguration. Could you start by summarizing the recent vote in the Spanish Congress?
**Dr. Ruiz:** Thank you for having me. The Spanish Congress, specifically the Congress of Deputies, rejected a proposal put forth by the Vox party and the Popular Party (PP) to officially condemn President Claudia Sheinbaum for not inviting King Felipe VI to her inauguration. The proposal was ultimately defeated with 19 votes against it, mainly from the Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) and various regional nationalist parties, while it garnered only 17 votes in favor. This underlines a significant divergence in perspectives on relations with Mexico within Spanish politics.
**Interviewer:** What do you think motivated the Vox party to push for this condemnation?
**Dr. Ruiz:** The Vox party’s stance can be seen as part of a broader nationalist narrative that emphasizes historical ties with Spanish-speaking countries. They view Sheinbaum’s decision to not extend an invitation to Felipe VI as an affront to Spanish honor and a continuation of the critical rhetoric that has emerged under President López Obrador’s administration. This reflects their ongoing critique of the current Mexican government, citing issues like crime and corruption, which they attribute to López Obrador’s leadership [[1](https://english.elpais.com/international/2024-10-01/claudia-sheinbaum-mexicos-first-female-president-i-will-not-let-you-down.html)].
**Interviewer:** Sheinbaum’s refusal to invite the King was reportedly tied to a historical grievance concerning Spain’s colonial past. How does this play into the current diplomatic tensions?
**Dr. Ruiz:** Exactly. This aspect is crucial. Sheinbaum’s position reflects a broader sentiment in Mexico regarding historical injustices from the Spanish conquest. When she opted not to invite the King, it was partly a stand against what many in Mexico perceive as unacknowledged wrongs from Spain. This incident highlights how historical memories continue to shape contemporary diplomatic relations. The absence of Spain at her inauguration—due to the boycott—also illustrates the growing rift between certain Latin American nations and their former colonial powers, where the legacy of colonialism remains a contentious topic [[1](https://english.elpais.com/international/2024-10-01/claudia-sheinbaum-mexicos-first-female-president-i-will-not-let-you-down.html)].
**Interviewer:** Moving forward, what implications does this situation have for Mexico-Spain relations and for Sheinbaum’s presidency?
**Dr. Ruiz:** The implications could be significant. On one hand, Sheinbaum’s presidency may become a platform for more assertive foreign policy stances that prioritize Mexico’s sovereignty and historical narrative over diplomatic niceties. This could lead to greater self-assertion in international relations, particularly with Spain. On the other hand, persistent tensions may affect economic ties and cooperation on issues like migration and trade. Both nations will need to navigate these historical grievances carefully to avoid further escalation.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Ruiz, for your insights. It seems that this situation is not just a political event but a reflection of deeper historical ties and ongoing narratives.
**Dr. Ruiz:** You’re welcome! Historical context indeed plays a crucial role, and observing how these leaders handle such sensitive issues will be key to understanding future interactions between Mexico and Spain.
