"We need to trust": Princess Leonor highlights the issues of her generation and reminds that young people "ask ourselves questions"

The Princess of Asturias, Leonor, is increasingly taking on a significant role in the awards ceremony named after her. During her speech, she addressed the challenges faced by her generation, emphasizing the need for optimism amidst social disillusionment. She acknowledged the difficulties young people encounter, such as job insecurity and housing issues, while urging them to trust in the future. Leonor highlighted the importance of collaboration and the value of human imperfection over technological perfection. She also praised various award recipients, including historian Timothy Garton Ash and astronaut Christina Koch, and concluded with an inspiring message to live fully, referencing poet Paul Valéry.