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Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía skipped the Macrons' State Dinner, but they still stole the night
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Key Points:
- French President Emmanuel Macron honored Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, heirs to the Spanish throne, during a gala state dinner at Madrid's Royal Palace, despite their absence from the event.
- Macron's mention of the princesses in his speech was a symbolic gesture that delighted King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, highlighting the respect and close ties between France and Spain.
- The princesses were absent due to their educational commitments: Princess Leonor has started a political science degree at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, while Infanta Sofía is studying in Paris.
- Sofía's residence in Paris adds significance to Macron's toast, underscoring historical and familial connections between the French and Spanish royal families, both branches of the House of Bourbon.
- The event showcased the strong diplomatic and cultural relationship between France and Spain, with Macron's speech emphasizing shared heritage and the future of the Spanish monarchy.
