feijoo He reaffirmed his commitment to international security and national defense during a meeting with 35 ambassadors and diplomatic representatives from NATO and European Union member states. The president of the Popular Party (PP) asserted that, when the PP comes to power, Spain will once again be a reliable ally in the main international forums.
The event, held at the national headquarters of the Popular Party in Madrid on April 22, served as a forum for dialogue on the main geostrategic challenges: from Russian aggression against Ukraine to the growing threats on the southern flank. During the meeting, Feijóo has highlighted the importance of strengthening internal cohesion and fulfilling international commitments in the field of defense..
“Investing 2% of GDP in defense is a necessary condition and an obligation as an ally.”, Feijóo stated, recalling that there is even talk of reaching 3%.
The popular leader stressed that His government project will restore Spain's credibility. to its international partners. In this regard, he noted that currently The government is divided on defense matters, with parliamentary partners with positions far removed from NATO and contradictory approaches that, according to Feijóo, lead to "institutional paralysis."
Analysis of the current situation and commitment to Atlanticism
Feijóo noted that it is "unheard of that a large part of the Government and its partners are proposing to leave the Atlantic Alliance." In his speech, he pointed out practices that, in his opinion, demonstrate a lack of commitment to institutional stability, such as the absence of a draft General State Budget or the omission of the parliamentary debate on investments in Defense.
He also stressed the need for Spain to regain its leadership within the European Union and NATO.We want to Spain returns to lead European Atlanticism and be a country absolutely committed to democratic values throughout the world,” he said.
He also regretted that Spain is among the countries that contribute the least to aid to Ukraine, while Gas purchases from Russia have increased significantly"This weakens us morally and strategically in the eyes of our allies," he stressed.
The Maghreb, the Sahel and China's new role
Feijóo also focused on the southern flank, highlighting that The Maghreb and the Sahel pose threats from jihadism, drug trafficking, and organized crime., and warned that Russia could seek to destabilize the region to affect Europe from the south.
Regarding China, the PP president emphasized that "the era of reform and openness is over; we are now in an era of security and control." In his opinion, the Chinese Communist Party seeks to "redefine the international order with China at the center«.
Feijóo also alluded to Pedro Sánchez's recent trip to China., pointing out that it "does not fit with the vision of the European Union or NATO" and describing it as "risky and untimely."
Commitment to allies
During the diplomatic meeting, Feijóo reaffirmed his intention that Spain count on all its allies to achieve common objectives in defense, security and international stability.He expressed his willingness to strengthen transatlantic ties and to project Spain as a reliable and active player on the global stage.
"The transatlantic bond remains key, and the United States is an indispensable country," Feijóo said. "Europe must demonstrate that it also contributes to defense."
Throughout the meeting, the popular president reiterated his desire for the Popular Party to promote a new stage of international leadership for Spain based on democratic principles, external coherence and real commitment to global security.
