King Felipe VI Quotes

“We all have our place in this diverse Spain.”

— King Felipe VI

“I begin my reign with profound emotion at the honour of accepting the Crown, aware of the responsibility it entails and with the greatest hope for the future of Spain.”

— King Felipe VI

Sincere and generous collaboration is the best way to fulfil the legitimate aspirations of each person and achieve great collective goals for the common good and the general interest.

— King Felipe VI

“Today, more than ever, citizens demand with good reason that moral and ethical principles be upheld and that exemplariness preside over our public life. And the king, as the head of state, must not only be an example but also a servant to that just and legitimate demand of the citizens.”

— King Felipe VI

I embody the renewed monarchy for a new time.

— King Felipe VI

“You will find in me a loyal head of state who is ready listen and understand, warn and advise as well as to defend the public interest at all times.”

— King Felipe VI

“We mustn't hesitate to cut corruption at its roots.”

— King Felipe VI

“We must never relent in our efforts to resolve conflicts through diplomacy and through all of the instruments bestowed by the Charter of the United Nations.”

— King Felipe VI

“It is possible for political forces to agree.”

— King Felipe VI

Millions of Spaniards have Catalonia in their hearts.

— King Felipe VI

“Our primary objective must be to prevent wars, and when we fail in this, we must protect and assist the innocent victims.”

— King Felipe VI

“Public office must not be a means to profit or become rich.”

— King Felipe VI

“Spain and the United States share the same values of democracy, liberty and fundamental freedoms.”

— King Felipe VI

“There must not be favoured treatment for those occupying a position of public responsibility.”

— King Felipe VI

Together, for over 50 years, King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia have devoted themselves to Spain.

— King Felipe VI

The men and women of my generation are heirs to that great collective success which has been admired worldwide and of which we are so proud. It is now up to us to pass it on to the coming generations.

— King Felipe VI