Entrega de la Medalla de Oro de la Región de Murcia a Su Alteza Real la Princesa de Asturias

Link to the news article: https://www.casareal.es/ES/Actividade... Upon her arrival at the Palace of San Esteban, Her Royal Highness the Princess of Asturias was received by the President of the Region of Murcia. Later, in the Palace cloister, she greeted the members of the Regional Government Council and, in the chapel, former Presidents of the Region of Murcia María Antonia Martínez and Alberto Garre, before signing the Region's guest book. Following the remarks by the President of the Region of Murcia and the reading of the Regional Government Council's resolution awarding the Gold Medal of the Region of Murcia, Her Royal Highness the Princess of Asturias received this distinction, which joins other regional awards she has previously received, such as those from Madrid, Asturias, Aragon, and Galicia. Her Royal Highness the Princess of Asturias then addressed the attendees, emphasizing, "Believe me when I say that I fully understand the appreciation that Spanish society has for our Armed Forces. It is not the first time I have mentioned it, and I believe I will repeat it many more times throughout my life: I admire their competence, their professionalism, and the way they instill in all of us who study at the military academies the values ​​of commitment, loyalty, and dedication in serving others." Her Royal Highness the Princess of Asturias also expressed her gratitude to the authorities present at the event, with special mention of the mayors of various municipalities in Murcia and a particular remembrance for the Mayor of Murcia, José Ballesta, for whom she expressed her esteem. She also noted that, although she still has a month left at the General Air and Space Academy, the ceremony marked the symbolic closing of a particularly important stage in her personal and military training, highlighting the profound transformation she has undergone since entering the academy in Zaragoza in August 2023. The event concluded with a performance of the national anthem by young members of the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra. Previously, at the Regional Assembly of Murcia, she received the Gold Medal of the Regional Assembly of Murcia, the highest honor bestowed by the regional parliament, in recognition of the following merits: “institutional representation of the Crown, exemplary conduct and commitment to public service, defense of the unity and diversity of Spain, and recognition of her institutional ties to the Region of Murcia.” Also, at the San Javier Town Hall, Her Royal Highness the Princess received the Gold Medal of the Town and was named an Adopted Daughter of the municipality, as a sign of her deep connection to the coastal town after completing her military training there. These events take place a few weeks before the princess completes her three years of military training, which have taken her through the academies of the Army, the Navy, and finally, the Air Force and Space. With these tributes, Murcia and San Javier follow the example of other regions such as Aragon and Galicia, and cities like Zaragoza and Marín, which also honored the princess during her stay.