Philip VI warns of the weariness of tension in political debate and calls for dialogue to preserve "fragile" coexistence
The Christmas Message, the shortest of his reign, has been made in an unusual format and in a direct tone. From the Royal Palace's columnist room, he has addressed the crisis of trust, the exemplary nature of institutions and the main issues of concern to the public.
Standing, with plane changes and remarkable gestures, Philip VI has made the shortest Christmas speech of his reign , just nine minutes from the columnary hall of the Royal Palace. The King of Spain has called for the preservation of democratic coexistence and has defined it as a "fragile" heritage that demands daily care and responsibility.
The King of Spain has made an explicit call for dialogue and has warned of the annoyance caused by tension in the political debate . He has pointed out that this is behind the disenchantment and disaffection of the citizens. In his view, this indignation causes a crisis of confidence in the institutions affecting the functioning of democracies.
Philip VI warns that this lack of confidence is the basis for the cultivation of extremism, radicalism and populism, and stresses the need to strengthen democratic values. In this context, he recalls that in a democracy one's ideas cannot become dogmasor threaten those of others, and that progress requires agreements and shared resignations.
The King of Spain has called for exemplary action by all public authorities to address the challenges affecting the daily lives of citizens, including increasing the cost of living, difficulties in access to housing, especially for young people, and increasing the impact of climate disasters.
The message concludes by calling for the dignity of individuals, especially the most vulnerable, to be placed at the centre of political action and public discourse as a basis for strengthening coexistence and social cohesion.
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