Remembering What Matters: EPD Network Calls to Remember the Importance of Democracy
STATEMENT | ”When Did We Forget?” by European Partnership for Democracy
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Gabriel Boric Font Becomes New Member of Club de Madrid
Club de Madrid is honoured to welcome Gabriel Boric Font, President of the Republic of Chile (2022-2026), as its newest Member.
Club de Madrid at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81)
The 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81) will open on Tuesday, 8 September 2026. The first day of the high-level General Debate will be Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Olaf Scholz, New Member of Club de Madrid
Club de Madrid is honoured to welcome Olaf Scholz, Chancellor of Germany (2021-2025), as its newest Member.
National Influencer Code Summit 2026 in South Africa to Strengthen Democracy in the Digital Age
Club de Madrid convened the National Influencer Code Summit 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa, bringing together diverse voices to explore how digital influence can contribute to meaningful democratic participation.
Club de Madrid Advances Water Governance and Nature-based Solutions in Brazil
Club de Madrid and ABA Climate Solutions convened a Municipal Peer Exchange Workshop in Fortaleza, Brazil, bringing together municipal practitioners, public authorities and development partners to exchange experiences on Nature-based Solutions, water governance and climate resilience. The workshop connected local action with Club de Madrid’s broader efforts to advance the recognition of water as a Global Public Good.
Danilo Türk in China Daily: Courage and Foresight Needed to Renew China–EU Dialogue
In a new opinion article published by China Daily, Club de Madrid Member and former President of Slovenia Danilo Türk argues that the current dialogue between China and the EU presents a timely opportunity to strengthen economic cooperation and advance reform of the multilateral trading system.
Regional Meeting on Environmental Human Rights Defenders – Encuentro Regional de Personas Defensoras del Medio Ambiente (La Antigua, Guatemala)
La Antigua (Guatemala) | Club de Madrid convenes the Regional Meeting of Environmental Human Rights Defenders to strengthen protection for environmental human rights defenders | Club de Madrid convoca el Encuentro Regional de Personas Defensoras del Medio Ambiente para fortalecer la protección de las personas defensoras del medio ambiente
Charles Michel Becomes New Member of Club de Madrid
Club de Madrid is honoured to welcome Charles Michel, Prime Minister of Belgium (2014-2019), as its newest Member.
The Significance of America’s 250th
By Jay M. Tannon (President, Club of Madrid Foundation) and Elbegdorj Tsakhia (Former Prime Minister and President of Mongolia, Club de Madrid Member)
Jan Peter Balkenende, Mari Kiviniemi and Mokgweetsi Masisi Join the Club de Madrid Board of Directors
The three former democratic leaders were unanimously elected to the Board during Club de Madrid’s 25th General Assembly, held on 22 June, succeeding Joyce Banda, Yves Leterme, and Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga.
Former EU leaders call for more global ambition on MFF
Ahead of the European Council on 18–19 June, 30 former leaders, Commissioners and Ministers are highlighting the importance of a strong Global Europe budget in the next Multiannual Financial Framework (2028–2034)