Introducer of Ambassadors
| Introducer of Ambassadors | |
|---|---|
| Introductor de Embajadores | |
Incumbent since 30 July 2024Adrián Martín Couce | |
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs Undersecretariat of Foreign Affairs | |
| Style | The Most Excellent |
| Reports to | Under-Secretary of Foreign Affairs |
| Nominator | Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation |
| Appointer | The Monarch |
| Formation | 1 April 1626 |
| Website | exteriores.gob.es |
The introducer of ambassadors is a senior diplomat of the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs responsible for introducing new ambassadors to the Monarch. In this sense, the introducer advises the ambassadors and instructs them in the strict protocol of the Spanish court before delivering the diplomatic credentials to the Sovereign. Also, the introducer is the chief of protocol of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
It is one of the oldest positions in the Spanish administration, existing since the reign of Philip IV. The introducer holds the category and honors of ambassador and the administrative rank of director-general. The position is currently held by Adrián Martín Couce since 30 July 2024.