During a recent press conference, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her support for King Felipe VI's statement regarding the abuses that occurred during the Spanish conquest of the Americas. She highlighted that the king's acknowledgment represents a 'gesture of rapprochement' between Spain and Mexico, reflecting a growing dialogue about the historical excesses and exterminations that happened during this period. She noted the importance of continuing to work on the historical recognition process.

Sheinbaum's comments came after King Felipe VI made these remarks while attending an unofficial visit to an exhibition titled 'The Woman in Indigenous Mexico' at the National Archaeological Museum of Madrid. She mentioned how the king's recognition of the past is crucial for advancing conversations between the two nations. The dialogue surrounding Spain's colonial history has been gaining traction, and this acknowledgment may foster a closer relationship between Mexico and Spain.

Additionally, the Mexican ambassador to Spain, Quirino Ordaz Coppel, was present during the king's visit. The statements made by the king are seen as a response to ongoing discussions about colonial legacies and injustices that are still relevant today. Sheinbaum's remarks suggest that while this acknowledgment is a positive step, there is still more work to be done in achieving a complete and honest recognition of the historical impacts of colonization on indigenous peoples in Mexico.