Diplomacy Restored: Spain Names New Ambassador to Argentina

Spain appointed a new ambassador to Buenos Aires following a diplomatic spat with Argentina over derogatory comments made by President Javier Milei about Begona Gomez, wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Both nations aim to rebuild trust and mutual respect between their institutions.

Spain has settled a recent diplomatic hiccup by appointing a new ambassador to Buenos Aires. The move comes after previous tensions arose from Argentine President Javier Milei's comments about Begona Gomez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

The comments, labeling Gomez as 'corrupt,' led to Spain withdrawing its envoy as a stance to uphold "the dignity and sovereignty" of its institutions. Despite the inflammatory rhetoric, diplomatic ties were never officially severed.

The newly appointed ambassador, Joaquin Laborde, represents a fresh start. Both countries have released a joint statement committing to reaching maximum levels of trust and respect in their political and institutional relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)