Club de Madrid Articles

The Voice and Value of Democracy

The Global Democracy Coalition has initiated a project spearheaded by Club de Madrid aimed at transforming the prevailing narrative and countering recent negative perceptions of democracy

Roots and Routes: A conversation with Helen Clark and Asanda Luwaca | International Women’s Day 2024

On International Women's Day, Club de Madrid celebrates the vital role of women in global leadership. Our Members include pioneering women whose contributions have blazed new trails in politics and society. These leaders have not only broken barriers, but have also...

Club de Madrid calls for the return of Senegal to its democratic tradition and the release of protesters

We are extremely concerned about the situation and we ask the Government of Macky Sall to hold with normality and all guarantees the presidential elections scheduled for February 25. The stability and progress of Senegal depend on a solid commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and respect for free speech and peaceful assembly

The immense legacy of Ricardo Lagos

We will never be able to thank Ricardo Lagos for what he has done for democracy and human rights. What we can defend is his legacy and the dignity of all human beings as Lagos did

Petrostates Must Take the Lead on Climate Finance

Petrostates Must Take the Lead on Climate Finance

If COP28 is to be judged a success, the UAE, as the summit’s host, and other hydrocarbon producers should promise to dedicate some of the windfall oil and gas profits they earned last year to accelerating the green transition in the Global South. Doing so could encourage historic and current emitters to pay their fair share

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Club de Madrid mourns the loss of President Fidel V. Ramos

Club de Madrid mourns the loss of President Fidel V. Ramos

The retired general led the forces that put an end to the dictatorship of the late Ferdinand Marcos and then ensured the protection of democracy in his country and was one of the drafters of the Charter of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

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