King Felipe has officially received the Palestinian people’s ambassador to Spain during a ceremony at the Royal Palace in Madrid.

Spain in recent months recognized Palestine as an independent nation-state. His Majesty this week accepted Husni Abdel Wahed’s credentials this week.

The ambassador has for years been head of the Palestinian delegation in Madrid. Spain’s recognition moved him up in official rank.

King Felipe and other members of the Spanish Royal Family have retaken their full public duties following the August vacation period.

His Majesty has been swearing in top officials, including a new governor for the Bank of Spain and a chair of the government body that oversees the judiciary.

King Felipe also appeared with Supreme Court justices, including María Isabel Perelló, new chair of the General Counsel for the Judicial Power.

His Majesty will be at the Madrid Royal Palace on Tuesday for a military event, the Royal Household said.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia have been making the rounds in force at the Paris Paralympics, attending several games and gatherings.

Royal social media accounts have also been active in celebrating Spanish athletes competing in Paris.

King Felipe traveled to the Dominican Republican in mid-August — during the traditional vacation season — for President Luis Abinader’s second inauguration.

King Felipe later in August also participated in events surrounding the America’s Cup in Barcelona, including meeting with new Catalan President Salvador Illa, a unionist.

His Majesty also visited remodeled marina facilities in Barcelona.