Official announcements from the Spanish government or the Ministry for Ecological Transition

Sánchez Appoints Aagesen as Third VP, Ribera Moves to EU Climate Action Role

Nov 25, 2024, 08:17 AM

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has officially announced the departure of Teresa Ribera from her role as Minister for the Ecological Transition to become the European Commissioner for Climate Action. Sánchez praised Ribera's work, stating that she has given an unprecedented boost to renewable energy, allowing Spain to regain a leadership position it should never have lost. He emphasized that while Spain loses Ribera, Europe gains from her expertise. Additionally, Sánchez confirmed the appointment of Sara Aagesen as the new Third Vice President and Minister for Ecological Transition, highlighting her rigor and the fact that her appointment was made despite unfounded allegations and political maneuvers against Ribera.