Regional Meeting on Environmental Human Rights Defenders – Encuentro Regional de Personas Defensoras del Medio Ambiente (La Antigua, Guatemala)
14 July, 2026
La Antigua (Guatemala) | Club de Madrid convenes the Regional Meeting of Environmental Human Rights Defenders to strengthen protection for environmental human rights defenders | Club de Madrid convoca el Encuentro Regional de Personas Defensoras del Medio Ambiente para fortalecer la protección de las personas defensoras del medio ambiente
The Significance of America’s 250th
3 July, 2026
By Jay M. Tannon (President, Club of Madrid Foundation) and Elbegdorj Tsakhia (Former Prime Minister and President of Mongolia, Club de Madrid Member)
Jan Peter Balkenende, Mari Kiviniemi and Mokgweetsi Masisi Join the Club de Madrid Board of Directors
1 July, 2026
The three former democratic leaders were unanimously elected to the Board during Club de Madrid’s 25th General Assembly, held on 22 June, succeeding Joyce Banda, Yves Leterme, and Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga.
Former EU leaders call for more global ambition on MFF
17 June, 2026
Ahead of the European Council on 18–19 June, 30 former leaders, Commissioners and Ministers are highlighting the importance of a strong Global Europe budget in the next Multiannual Financial Framework (2028–2034)
Monica Geingos, New Club de Madrid Advisor
10 June, 2026
Monica Geingos, 3rd First Lady of the Republic of Namibia (2015–2024) and Executive Chairperson, One Economy Foundation (ONE)
Over 30 countries come together to redesign finance for international cooperation
8 June, 2026
As foreign aid tumbles, a group of pioneer governments are shaping a new approach fit for the 21st century
Club de Madrid at the Africa Forward Summit 2026 (Nairobi, Kenya)
19 May, 2026
At the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Club de Madrid contributed to three high-level discussions focused on maternal and child health, youth leadership and gender equality, and the future of international cooperation financing.
De la coordinación a la integración: la deuda pendiente de la salud pública iberoamericana
13 May, 2026
En este artículo conjunto de Club de Madrid y AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Laura Chinchilla y Jorge Saavedra sostienen que Iberoamérica debe avanzar de la coordinación política hacia una integración operativa en salud pública para responder de forma conjunta a futuras crisis sanitarias.
Festus Mogae: A Tribute from Club de Madrid
8 May, 2026
Former President of Botswana and respected advocate for democratic governance, responsible leadership, and sustainable development, Festus Mogae leaves behind a distinguished legacy of integrity, public service, and principled leadership in Africa and beyond.
Club de Madrid mourns the passing of Lee Hong-koo
7 May, 2026
Former Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea and longstanding advocate for democracy, diplomacy, and international cooperation, Lee Hong-koo leaves behind a distinguished legacy of public service and global engagement.
COP4 of Escazú: Advancing Protection and Equity
29 April, 2026
On International Mother Earth Day, Club de Madrid contributed to COP4 of the Escazú Agreement, reinforcing the urgency of protecting environmental defenders and advancing gender-responsive environmental democracy across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Club de Madrid at the Global Progressive Mobilisation 2026
21 April, 2026
Club de Madrid convened global leaders to address two urgent challenges: rising wealth inequality and the need to rethink democracy support. The message was clear — protecting democracy requires bold reforms, stronger cooperation, and new cross-sector alliances.
Seminar “Looking Toward Ibero-America”
9 April, 2026
The event “Looking Toward Ibero-America” is conceived as a space for strategic reflection on how other regions perceive the Ibero-American space in a fragmented world and how the region can project its voice, capacities, and priorities in the current global context.
Carlos Westendorp (1937-2026)
31 March, 2026
We deeply regret the passing of Carlos Westendorp, former Secretary General of Club de Madrid and a central figure in Spanish and European foreign policy. His lifelong commitment to democracy, dialogue, and peace leaves a lasting legacy in international diplomacy.
Global Commission on Democracy and Multilateralism Convenes in Geneva
26 March, 2026
First in-person meeting in Switzerland unites global leaders and experts to advance practical solutions strengthening democracy and multilateral cooperation
Club de Madrid pays tribute to Lionel Jospin
23 March, 2026
Remembering Lionel Jospin, former Prime Minister of France and former Club de Madrid Member, whose leadership helped shape a more inclusive and socially just society.
