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Infanta Sofía Turns 18, Begins Defining Role Within the Spanish Monarchy

As she continues her education abroad, King Felipe VI will shape her duties to support the Crown and bolster the monarchy’s image.

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La Infanta Sofía

Overview

  • Infanta Sofía celebrates her 18th birthday while continuing her International Baccalaureate studies at UWC Atlantic College in Wales.
  • Unlike her sister Princess Leonor, Sofía’s role is not constitutionally defined, leaving King Felipe VI to determine her future contributions to the monarchy.
  • She is expected to take on representational duties in social, environmental, and international cooperation efforts to strengthen the monarchy’s public image.
  • Military training has been ruled out for Sofía, aligning with the precedent set by her aunts, Elena and Cristina.
  • Her academic future remains undecided, with discussions suggesting the possibility of university studies in the United States following her graduation in May.