Meet Juan Antonio March: The Man Who Embarrassed Spain With His Penchant For Cultural Events
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News world Meet Juan Antonio March: The Man Who Embarrassed Spain With His Penchant For Cultural Events Meet Juan Antonio March: The Man Who Embarrassed Spain With His Penchant For Cultural Events Published By, Last Updated: August 09, 2026, 12:23 IST Spain plans to replace its India envoy Juan Antonio March amid controversy over unauthorised cultural events and questions on embassy fund use, with a successor being finalised. Rapid Read Juan Antonio March Pujol, Spain's Ambassador to India, has been accused of financial misconduct which has prompted the European nation to call him back. (Image: X) Spain is preparing to replace its ambassador to India, Juan Antonio March Pujol, amid controversy over cultural events allegedly organised without Madrid’s approval and questions surrounding embassy spending.
March, who assumed charge in New Delhi in September 2024, is likely to be replaced in the coming weeks, according to Spanish digital outlet The Objective. Madrid has already begun the process of securing India’s agreement for his successor. Who Is Juan Antonio March? March is a seasoned Spanish diplomat with nearly three decades of experience. He has held several high-profile roles, including Spain’s ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva (2004–2007) and ambassador to Russia (2007–2011), according to information publicly available on the internet. Over the course of his career, he has also served in Armenia, Belarus, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, alongside postings in London, Rome and Mexico. His work has spanned international cooperation, multilateral affairs and senior roles within Spain’s foreign ministry.
Beyond government service, March has been associated with the private sector and global organisations. He was part of the International Advisory Board of infrastructure firm Abertis from 2015 to 2019 and has been a Partner of Counsel at ECIJA, a prominent international law firm that was founded in Madrid in 1997, since 2012. He is also an author, with books on global politics and future trends, including Power & Future: ’20 World Leaders and Tomorrow and Momentum, on the Edge of the New World’. Why Is He Being Replaced? The proposed change comes amid scrutiny over the handling of cultural programmes linked to the Spanish embassy in India. Also read: Spain Recalls India Envoy Amid ‘Financial Misconduct’ Allegations: What Happened?
The controversy began earlier this year over planned concerts in Rajasthan involving Bengaluru-based STEM Dance Kampni and performers Joan Laínez and Zhu Huiling. It has since widened to include questions over the use of public funds and procurement practices tied to these events. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Location: Madrid, Spain First Published: August 09, 2026, 12:23 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Loading comments...
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