Club de Madrid Articles

The Global Public Investment Network and Club de Madrid welcome the South Africa-led Ubuntu Commission on global public challenges and on global public investments

25 November 2025, Johannesburg – The Global Public Investment Network (GPIN) and Club de Madrid have welcomed the announcement of the South Africa-led Ubuntu Commission. The G20 Leaders’ Declaration announced the Ubuntu Commission, that will “encourage research and...

Former Leaders Urge IPI Letter

Dear World Leaders, Twenty years ago, in 2005, Nelson Mandela declared, “As long as poverty, injustice and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.” His words ring as true as ever today. Since then, total global wealth has doubled, yet...

Club de Madrid presence at COP 30 in Brazil

As the world convened in Belém, Brazil, for the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), Club de Madrid actively contributed to high-level discussions linking climate action, democracy, human rights and inclusive leadership. Across a series of strategic...

COP 30 | Challenges for Environmental Protection in Democracies: The Struggles of Environmental Human Rights Defenders

As the world gathers for the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, from 10–21 November 2025, the focus will be on advancing global action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen climate adaptation, boost finance for developing...

Adriano Afonso Maleiane joins Club de Madrid

Dec 22, 2025

Club de Madrid is pleased to welcome Adriano Afonso Maleiane, former Prime Minister of the Republic of Mozambique (2022–2025), as a new Member.

Global Leaders Call for Renewed Multilateralism and Joint Solutions at ISIF 2025

Dec 10, 2025

At a time of growing geopolitical fragmentation, the recent 2025 edition of the Imperial Springs International Forum (ISIF 2025) provided a unique platform for structured dialogue with China, fostering understanding on security, trade, global public goods, AI and the future of multilateral governance in particularly challenging times.

Regional Investment in Health is Key for Sustainable Development

Dec 3, 2025

Article written by Michael Weinstein & Mehdi Jomaa https://healthpolicy-watch.news/regional-investment-in-health/

Jean-Pierre Raffarin joins Club de Madrid

Jun 2, 2025

A distinguished voice in European and global affairs joins Club de Madrid’s mission for democratic leadership and multilateral cooperation.

Tropical Forests are Essential

May 27, 2025

Club de Madrid Members Urge the International Community to Support the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)

Driving Africa’s Economic Future: Digital Transformation for Inclusive Growth and Governance

May 19, 2025

AfDB Annual Meetings 2025

Towards a Safer World: Historic Progress in Global Pandemic Governance

May 14, 2025

The draft treaty will be submitted for adoption at the 78th World Health Assembly. Club de Madrid welcomes the adoption of the historic agreement and calls for its effective implementation.

Carlos Alvarado, Elbegdorj Tsakhia and Jigmi Yoser Thinley joins the Board of Directors

May 9, 2025

We are pleased to announce that Carlos Alvarado, Elbegdorj Tsakhia and Jigmi Yoser Thinley have joined the Board of...

Ernesto Zedillo warns of threats to democracy in Mexico

May 5, 2025

Ernesto Zedillo, former President of Mexico and Member of Club de Madrid, shares an open letter denouncing recent...

Participation in the Third Forum on Human Rights Defenders in Environmental Matters in Latin America and the Caribbean

Apr 20, 2025

Club de Madrid actively participated in the Third Forum on Human Rights Defenders in Environmental Matters, held from...

Raisina Dialogue 2025

Mar 18, 2025

The Raisina Dialogue 2025, themed ‘Kalachakra – People, Peace, Planet,’ will take place from the 17th to the 19th of March in New Delhi. The inauguration was carried by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon as chief guest, gathering leaders from over 125 countries to discuss global challenges.

Club de Madrid at CSW69 & Beijing +30: A Defining Moment for Gender Equality

Mar 12, 2025

The 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) is actively taking place in New York (March 10-21, 2025), marking a crucial milestone: 30 years since the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.