Moroccan Ambassador Karima Benyaich Graces National Day Reception in Madrid
On October 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM, the Moroccan Ambassador to Spain, Karima Benyaich, attended the traditional reception held at the Royal Palace in Madrid to celebrate Spain's National Day. For this prestigious occasion, she donned an elegant green caftan, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Morocco.
The reception took place following a military parade organized in the Spanish capital to mark the National Day festivities. This significant event was presided over by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, accompanied by their daughter, Princess Leonor of Asturias, and Infanta Sofía. Ambassador Benyaich was among more than a thousand guests who were present at this institutional meeting, which included notable figures such as Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, President of the Congress of Deputies Francina Armengol, President of the Senate Pedro Rollán, various government officials, and presidents of Spain's autonomous communities.
Additionally, key leaders from Spain's major judicial institutions, representatives of the Armed Forces, political leaders, members of the accredited diplomatic corps in Spain, and personalities from various economic, social, and cultural sectors also attended the event. The reception on October 12 is recognized as one of the principal institutional gatherings on the official Spanish calendar. Every year, it unites the highest state authorities, foreign representatives, and members of civil society at the Royal Palace following the commemorative events of the National Day.
As reported by es.le360.ma.
