Spain’s king acknowledges ‘much abuse’ in conquest of the Americas

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressMarch 17, 2026 at 03:53 AM

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Spain's King Felipe acknowledged that the Spanish conquest of the Americas involved "much abuse" and "ethical controversies." He made the remarks during a museum visit in Madrid while speaking with Mexico's ambassador to Spain. The King stated that while these historical events cannot make Spaniards feel proud with current values, they should be understood within their historical context. His comments follow years of diplomatic tension between Spain and Mexico, stemming from Mexico's demand for an apology from Spain for the conquest of Mexico between 1519 and 1521. Colonial Spain's vast empire, which included much of Central and South America, existed between the 16th and 18th centuries.

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