The Consell of Valencia has approved a corporate declaration affirming Valencian as an official language on equal footing with the other state-recognized languages. This stance places Valencian within the pantheon of Spain’s recognized linguistic standards, reinforcing its status in national administration and public life.
The approved declaration was sent to the Head of Government and subsequently forwarded to Pedro Sánchez, the Council of the European Union, and Francina Armengol, President of the Congress. The document presents the bid as a commitment to honor a long history and a centuries-old culture and language that are integral to Spain’s plural and diverse heritage.
In parallel, the Generalitat filed a petition with Charles Michel, President of the European Council, calling for steadfast respect for Valencian amid any measures that could affect its use or status. The initiative underscores the importance of protecting language rights as part of Europe’s cultural landscape.
The declaration also notes that Article 6 of the Autonomy Statute permits the use of common official languages at the seat of national sovereignty without excluding Valencian, which is recognized alongside Spanish as part of Spain’s constitutional framework.
Valencia Council reinforces Congressional accord with a statement defending Valencia
The text states that language should not be employed to fracture national unity. It argues that linguistic diversity should not become a tool to sow division or serve agendas aimed at separating Spaniards or weakening the cohesion of the state.
Similarly, the declaration emphasizes that Valencia will not tolerate any attack on its identity, nor will it allow the language to be used as a bargaining chip by those seeking to alter Spain’s cohesion. The Consell asserts that linguistic rights are a constitutional matter that contributes to the inclusive character of the Spanish public sphere.
Finally, the Consell recalls that the Congress of Deputies is the constitutional body representing the Spanish people, alongside the Senate, where regional representation already exists. It highlights that Spain’s diverse languages can be used within the democratic framework, reminding readers that linguistic plurality is part of the nation’s constitutional design and civic life. The document frames these provisions as essential to maintaining unity while honoring regional identities, and it calls for continued respect for Valencian within the broader architecture of Spain’s democracy, governance, and legal order. Attributions are noted in public records and institutional communications to reflect the official stance and to inform stakeholders across the national and European levels.