The relationship between Argentina and Spain goes back centuries. Spain colonized Argentina from the 16th to the 19th century, and after Argentina’s independence, close relations between the two countries continued. But in recent years, relations between the two countries have cooled, especially since Argentine President Javier Miley took power in December 2023. Recently, statements by a Spanish minister caused a diplomatic dispute.
the Tensions Tensions between the government of Pedro Sánchez and Javier Miley reached a peak this weekend, but these tensions have persisted for some time and became evident with the transfer of power in December last year. On that occasion, King Felipe VI traveled on behalf of Spain, without being accompanied by President Sanchez or any minister. It was a sign of mutual hatred. Miley believes that Spain under Sanchez is a socialist country against freedom, while the Spanish government distances itself from him, as it did with Bolsonaro or Trump.
words Minister of Transport Oscar Puente added fuel to the fire. Puente noted that Miley made questionable statements during his election campaign. The comments sparked a strong reaction from Miley’s team, who denied the allegations as slander and slander and attacked Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez for focusing on personal issues surrounding his wife rather than matters of state.
Oscar Puente said in an interview with El Pais newspaper that Miley “may have been under the influence of substances” when he made certain statements during his election campaign. These statements were widely picked up by Spanish media and sparked outrage in Argentina. The Argentine government demanded an apology from Puente and the Spanish government, which distanced itself from the minister’s statements. However, Puente refused to apologise, saying he “only told the truth.”
Puente’s statements further deteriorated relations between Argentina and Spain. Relations between the two countries are already tense due to the different political positions of their governments. Puente’s statements only served to increase these tensions. It is unclear how the two countries can repair their relationship after this latest controversy.
Javier Miley will attend an event in Madrid on May 18, organized by the far-right Vox party, at the invitation of party leader Santiago Abascal. It is noteworthy that there is a close bond between Abascal and Milley, as Milley accompanied the Argentine leader to his inauguration ceremony last December 10. No visits are planned for the Spanish government, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez or the royal family.
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