Sánchez fires Carlos Westendorp who gave him his first political opportunity

The former socialist Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos Westendorp has passed away this Monday at 89 years old after a long political and diplomatic career marked by his role in European construction and his prominence in the Balkans after the Bosnian war.

Historic delps PSOE, marked the career of Pedro Sánchez by offering him his first international opportunity in 1997 by incorporating him into his team when he served as UN High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The President of the Government has paid tribute to the diplomat through a message published on the social network X, in which he has highlighted his career and commitment to democracy and international politics.

In his publication, Sánchez has praised the figure of Westendorp, highlighting his key role both in Spanish foreign policy and in European construction. The head of the Executive has especially recalled his work as Minister of Foreign Affairs during the Government of Felipe González and his relevant contribution in complex international scenarios.

The president has also highlighted the Europeanist profile of the diplomat, as well as his defense of multilateralism and dialogue as fundamental tools for the resolution of conflicts.

Westendorp, who held various positions of responsibility throughout his career —among them that of High International Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina—, was a prominent figure in contemporary Spanish diplomacy and one of the main references in international politics during recent decades.

The message from Sánchez joins the reactions of political leaders and institutions that have expressed their recognition of Westendorp's career, highlighting his legacy in the diplomatic field and his contribution to strengthening Spain's international relations.