Club de Madrid strongly condemns the recent attack launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran on Israel, involving over 300 drones and missiles. Echoing UN Secretary-General AntĂ³nio Guterres, we are deeply alarmed by the potential for a devastating regional escalation and the grave implications for...

An Unacceptable Precedent: The Importance of a United Response to the Ecuador-Mexico Diplomatic Crisis
This crucial moment should serve as a call to action to ensure the protection of human rights and individual dignity and the promotion of democracy as a universal value

Navalny’s Passing: The Ongoing Struggle for Democracy in Russia
His passing marks a critical moment in the fight for freedom and respect for human dignity. The international community must remain vigilant and committed to promoting democracy, human rights and justice
No war is inevitable. This is the moment for diplomacy
Russia, NATO, EU and their individual members should engage in intensive dialogue aimed at confidence building and risk reduction in Europe.
Club de Madrid condemns arrest of Member Suu Kyi and former President Myint in Myanmar
Regional organisations and the international community must reject the arrests and redouble efforts towards a peaceful political settlement and a return to the democratic path.
Club de Madrid demands the immediate release of opponents and candidates in Nicaragua
In line with our commitment to strengthen democratic practice, the Members of Club of Madrid -122 democratic former...
The United States backs a suspension of intellectual property for COVID-19 vaccines and EU open to discuss
Club de Madrid applauds today’s decision by the U.S. Government to support a suspension of WTO's intellectual property...
Rising to the Occasion: Regional Leaders Must Act Decisively on Myanmar
This weekend, members of ASEAN will meet in Jakarta for an extraordinary summit on the situation in Myanmar. The...
Club de Madrid strongly condemns coup d’etat in Myanmar
The Club de Madrid strongly condemns the coup d’etat by the military in Myanmar and calls for the immediate and unconditional release of President Win Myint
Statement by the Board of Directors of Club de Madrid on Belarus
The situation following the 9 August presidential election in Belarus gives rise to serious concern.
Our statement for the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2020
This is also a moment where the learning and traditions of indigenous cultures are critical for the resilience – a term which means ‘springing back’ – of the rest of the world.
Club de Madrid joins letter addressed to G20 leaders calling for global coordination amidst health and economic crisis
Sixty-one Members of Club de Madrid have joined a letter that calls the G20 countries to adopt specific measures aimed...