Mexico City Head Urges Spain to Apologize for Conquest

Mexico City, June 4, 2025 – Claudia Sheinbaum, head of government of Mexico City, has publicly urged Spain to issue a formal apology for the Spanish conquest of Mexico. She made the statement during a press conference, emphasizing that such an apology would be a significant gesture of reconciliation. Sheinbaum pointed to the National Museum of Anthropology's recent win of the Princess of Asturias Award for Concord as a positive first step. "A ver si empiezan por ahí a pensar en el perdón," she stated, highlighting the need for Spain to confront its colonial past. The comments have sparked debate about historical accountability and the ongoing legacy of colonialism. Sheinbaum's call for an apology underscores the complex relationship between Mexico and Spain, and the ongoing efforts to address historical injustices.