The Government of Spain expresses its concern over the decisions that have led to the suspension of the Movimiento Semilla party. The electoral triumph of president-elect Bernardo Arévalo must be respected. Similarly, no constraints should be placed on the plurality of political parties or on the functioning of the democratic State under the rule of law.
The Government of Spain wishes to convey its readiness to maintain a relationship of fruitful cooperation with the president elected by the citizens of Guatemala, and to continue to strengthen the many ties binding Spain and Guatemala with the aim of building a future of prosperity and stability together.