In public discourse, migration is frequently approached as a problem. For some, it is a question of border control; for others, it is an economic issue, or a threat to national identity. This often makes it difficult to agree on migration policy and results in a lack of policymaking that condemns...
G20: Multilateralism must deliver with strong-willed action
Acting Heads of State and Government met on 21-22 November for a G20 summit to coordinate global action in addressing the world’s most urgent problems – COVID19 standing on top of the list. In a year when the pandemic has highlighted the relevance of multilateral initiatives in dealing with global...
Club de Madrid Members announce principles on equity during global crises
We, the Members of the World Leadership Alliance-Club de Madrid, all democratic, former Presidents and Prime Ministers, have come together to reaffirm the primacy of equity in the response to global crises. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the fault lines that disproportionately impact...
Club de Madrid letter to Pope Francis. For the liberation of political prisoners and the defence of democracy in Venezuela
His Holimess; Democracy, human rights and the freedom of all men above religious, political, social or economic...
Thirty Club de Madrid Members back the Varkey Foundation initiative to restore teacher respect
The importance of Restoring Teaching Respect In most societies at most times throughout history, teachers have been...
Club de Madrid statement on Venezuela
The Club de Madrid asks the EU, OAS and UNASUR to commit to ensuring transparent elections, freedom of the press and...
Piñera and Pastrana to share good practices on electoral campaigns and political communication in Haiti
Haiti is facing the most complex and large-scale electoral process of its history with presidential, legislative and...
Club de Madrid open letter about Venezuela attracts international press attention
BBC Online “Ex leaders demand jailed Venezuela politicians to be freed” Business Matters (Audio) “Former Mexican...
Vaira Vike-Freiberga: “We need to create a situation in Europe where war is unthinkable”
Vaira Vike-Freiberga gave the keynote speech in this event focussed in the easter and southern heighbourhoods. She...
#NGD: Democratic Governance & Management of Natural Resources & Ecosystems
The discussions were around whether a democratic system is the best guarantee for the sustainable management of...
Open Letter: from Club de Madrid to the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Compelled by our commitment to addressing the challenges these situations entail and drawing on our own, individual...
We are all with Nepal
We wish to convey our most sincere condolences but also our utmost admiration for the people and the government of...




