Princess Leonor is approaching one of the most symbolic milestones of her military training: disembarking in New York after months aboard the training ship Elcano.
Contrary to what was originally planned, her parents will not travel to the United States to receive her.
From Zarzuela, they explain that they have preferred Leonor to face the closing of this mission alone. This in order to emphasize her growing role as heiress.
Princess Leonor’s Stop in New York
The stopover in the United States also has an interesting diplomatic nuance.
Although it is not listed as an official visit, the mere fact of setting foot on U.S. soil arouses expectations.
It would not be unreasonable to think that, in the corridors of power, the possibility of a future invitation from the White House is already being contemplated.
It has been almost a decade since a state visit between Spain and the United States.
In parallel, the Spanish Embassy in Washington is preparing to organize events to honor the crew of the Elcano and the princess.
There is talk of receptions, cultural visits and discreet meetings with military and diplomatic figures.