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 informed dialogue on global...
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 nearly half the world still lives...
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 events, the organisation...
The European Democracy Support Annual Review 2024 has been launched, a key resource assessing Europe’s role in...
The Vatican and ICRICT to Host a Landmark Event on Tax Justice with the Participation of Club de Madrid’s Member Aminata Touré
In a letter to Von der Leyen, former European leaders call for decisive action, urging the EU to go beyond fines and implement structural remedies
“Club de Madrid was founded almost 25 years ago here, in the capital of Spain, and it was no coincidence. It was a recognition of the legacy and values of a country that stands for freedom, inclusion, equity, openness, and dialogue.”
Under the title “Collective Action for One Future”, the Forum will address critical issues, including peace and security, green technology and artificial intelligence, and the financial frameworks needed to advance towards a sustainable and cooperative future
The letter signed by Danilo Türk emphasizes the pressing need for political resolve to secure a meaningful Pandemic Agreement, highlighting the risks posed by delayed or insufficient action
Our Advisor, Manuel Muñiz, discusses the challenges to democracy and urges young people to actively defend human rights and promote civic participation.
Our Members, Advisors and participants of the WYDE Network of Young Decision-makers travelled to New York to advance Club de Madrid programming and share key messages during UNGA week.
Every year, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Club de Madrid convenes a high-level dinner that gathers democratic former Heads of State and Government, policymakers, international partners, and thought leaders to foster dialogue on global challenges and collective action.