Felipe VI & Pedro Sánchez

Felipe VI: Felipe VI of Spain received Pope Leo XVI at the royal palace and praised the Pope's clarity on the issue of sexual abuse. His role is ceremonial but significant in welcoming the pontiff.

Pedro Sánchez: Pedro Sánchez, Spain's Prime Minister, is navigating a delicate political period marked by corruption scandals and polarization. He has found common ground with Pope Leo XVI on issues like immigration and opposition to certain international conflicts, praising the Pope as a 'moral compass'.

Felipe VI: King expressed sadness and observed a moment of silence for victims.

Pedro Sánchez: Spanish Prime Minister expressed condolences and planned visit to affected area.

Felipe VI: Felipe VI praised the Catholic Church's contributions to Spanish society but acknowledged the pain caused by abuse cases, stating they are not representative of the ecclesial community.

Pedro Sánchez: Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish Prime Minister, had a private meeting with Pope Leo XVI.

Felipe VI: King Felipe VI visited an emergency shelter and called the damage 'incalculable'.

Pedro Sánchez: Sanchez visited fire-affected areas, declared a civil protection emergency, and called for a political pact on climate change.

Felipe VI: His Majesty Felipe VI, King of Spain, attended the award ceremony for Sunil Mittal at the MWC Barcelona.

Pedro Sánchez: Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, was present at the award ceremony for Sunil Mittal.

Felipe VI: King Felipe VI met with Chinese President Xi Jinping last year, setting a framework for mutual respect and cooperation that underpins the current bilateral relationship.

Felipe VI: Felipe VI ironed out a diplomatic dispute with Mexico by acknowledging the 'abuse' of native peoples during the Spanish conquest of the Americas.