Casa Real has made a very important announcement about King Felipe. No less than he will preside over a particularly significant event today without Queen Letizia's presence.
This is as relevant as the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the signing of the treaty of accession to the European Union. The event will take place at the Royal Palace.
Casa Real reveals King Felipe's presence at a key event for Spain
King Felipe has had a very busy official schedule lately. Today he will continue in that line. As Casa Real has announced, he will face several events today, including one that is especially crucial for the country.
He will preside over the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the signing of Spain's accession treaty to what was then the European Economic Community, now the European Union. This agreement deeply transformed the country's politics, economy, and society.
The ceremony will be held at the Royal Palace, in a format that will bring together prominent national and international authorities. Among the attendees will be President Pedro Sánchez and the President of the European Council, Antonio Socrates.
During the day, King Felipe is expected to highlight the central role that Spain's membership in the EU has played. As Minister Pilar Alegría has emphasized, this integration meant "the period of greatest stability and progress" for the country.
"In these 40 years we've enjoyed the greatest social and economic transformation in contemporary history," she has stressed. This statement underscores the importance of this commemoration and the role of Leonor's father as host and symbol of institutional unity.
Although Queen Letizia has participated in numerous events in recent dates, she won't accompany him at this event today. Her absence is due to the usual division of responsibilities within Casa Real, which will allow Felipe to have absolute prominence at an event of deep political significance.
An intense day for King Felipe: beyond the European anniversary
The event for the anniversary of the treaty won't be the only commitment of the day for King Felipe. The official schedule, as Casa Real has reported, also includes an important audience with Han Zheng, Vice President of the People's Republic of China. This meeting takes place at a key moment for diplomatic relations between the two countries.
In addition, he will also attend another notable event: the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the MAPFRE Foundation. This foundation marks half a century promoting social, educational, and research activities. He has wanted to be present as a show of institutional support.
All these commitments reflect the intense activity that has lately characterized the schedule of the head of state. In recent weeks, he has presided over meetings with businesspeople, diplomatic encounters, and military ceremonies. He has done all this without neglecting his role as father to Princess Leonor, who continues her training to assume the role of heir.
King Felipe's presence at all these events not only reinforces his image as a key figure of institutional balance. It also shows his commitment to the country's major issues, such as the future of Europe, international diplomacy, and social cohesion.
Meanwhile, Casa Real keeps a discreet but firm communication strategy. They report promptly on the events Felipe attends, highlighting those with the greatest public significance, such as today's.