Club de Madrid convened global leaders to address two urgent challenges: rising wealth inequality and the need to rethink democracy support. The message was clear — protecting democracy requires bold reforms, stronger cooperation, and new cross-sector alliances.
The event “Looking Toward Ibero-America” is conceived as a space for strategic reflection on how other regions perceive the Ibero-American space in a fragmented world and how the region can project its voice, capacities, and priorities in the current global context.
We deeply regret the passing of Carlos Westendorp, former Secretary General of Club de Madrid and a central figure in Spanish and European foreign policy. His lifelong commitment to democracy, dialogue, and peace leaves a lasting legacy in international diplomacy.
First in-person meeting in Switzerland unites global leaders and experts to advance practical solutions strengthening democracy and multilateral cooperation
George A. Papandreou on the Passing of Jürgen Habermas
At CSW70, Club de Madrid launched the Ibero-American Network of Women in Politics, a bi-regional initiative to strengthen women’s leadership, promote parity democracies free from political gender-based violence, and advance substantive gender equality across the region.
Four strategic initiatives to strengthen women’s political participation, inclusive democracy, and address gender-based political violence
At the 62nd Munich Security Conference (13-15 February, Munich), Club de Madrid contributed to advancing a broader understanding of security beyond military spending.
Club de Madrid is pleased to welcome Zuzana Čaputová, Former President of the Slovak Republic (2019–2024), as a new Member.
International leaders meet with authorities, civil society, and key stakeholders ahead of decisive institutional elections
Club de Madrid participated in a high-level dialogue at the Cassandra Conference 2026 in Barcelona, in collaboration with Eurecat – Technology Centre.
Our Members engaged in ministerial roundtables, leadership discussions, and global finance sessions, and signed a strategic agreement to strengthen multilateral cooperation.