Infanta Sofía has surprised everyone because she has appeared for the first time in months on the official agenda of the royal family. She has done so unexpectedly and has thus broken what had been established by the media about her. Sofía has left behind her discreet role and has stepped forward.
As every week, the royal household has published its institutional agenda and this time, the document has caused special anticipation. It has revealed the desired return to public life of Leonor and Sofía. It has done so just before they begin their traditional summer vacation in Mallorca, so busy days are expected for the whole family.
Next Wednesday, July 16, will be a key date. The queen will be accompanied by King Felipe VI and by her youngest daughter, Sofía. Sofía will be present with them at the Marín Naval Military School in Pontevedra.
Sofía will travel with the royal family to Pontevedra to support her sister
There will take place the solemn Oath or Promise to the Flag and the Presentation of Royal Employment Commissions. It is a traditional event of great institutional significance.
Sofía's presence at this event has not gone unnoticed. It has meant her reappearance at an official event after several months of absence.
Since Sofía finished the International Baccalaureate at UWC Atlantic College in Wales, little has been known about her. Her academic future is still a mystery. However, her presence with the king and queen at this event seems to mark a new direction.
Sofía has recently turned 18 years old and with that coming of age, she has begun to take on a more visible role. She has started to gradually become part of the royal household's public commitments. Her presence has been interpreted as a gesture of unity and institutional responsibility.
Sofía strengthens her commitment to the royal family
This step forward has been applauded by many. She has shown that she is ready to represent the Crown when required. She has also strengthened the image of cohesion within the royal family.
With this reappearance, Infanta Sofía has made it clear that she is ready. She has left the background behind. She has begun her path as an active figure within the monarchy.
A new stage has begun for her. Everything suggests that she will be more prominent than many imagined.