Madrid, capital of Ibero-America at the XXX Summit in 2026: key points of the economic and cooperation agenda

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Madrid will host the XXX Ibero-American Summit on November 4 and 5, 2026, a key forum that will bring together 22 countries to address strategic challenges in sustainability, inclusion and digitalization, consolidating ties between Europe and Latin America.

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Madrid It will host the XXX Ibero-American Summit of Heads of State and Government on November 4 and 5, 2026, a high-level political forum where the 22 Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries will address common challenges such as sustainability, the social inclusion and digitalization. Choosing España The choice of venue, agreed upon by consensus in 2024, lends a symbolic character to the meeting, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the first summit held in México in 1991.

This will be the fourth time that España host this forum, following the editions of 1992, 2005 and 2012, reaffirming its role as a driving force in strengthening ties between Europa e Iberoamérica. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, José Manuel AlbaresThe dates were confirmed for September 2025. Under the slogan "Ibero-America. Together we build our Community. Together we project it towards the future and towards the world," the summit will be presided over by the king. Felipe VI.

A Strategic Cooperation Axis

The Ibero-American Summits have become a key political forum for a community of nearly 700 million people. Their objective is to formalize historical and cultural ties through an agenda of shared interests. The agreements reached are translated into a Program of Action and Four-Year Action Plans for Ibero-American Cooperation , designed to generate direct benefits for citizens. Since 2014, these meetings have shifted from being held annually to every two years, allowing for more in-depth monitoring of the initiatives.

The Institutional Structure of the Summit

The organization of each Summit is a shared task between the Pro Tempore Secretary, which is held by the host country (España in this cycle), and the Ibero-American General Secretariat (SEGIB). The SEGIB, based in Madrid and regional offices in Ciudad de México, Lima y MontevideoIt is the international organization that coordinates and promotes regional cooperation and common public policies. Its current Secretary-General is Andrés AllamandIn addition, sectoral organizations such as the Organization of Ibero-American States for Education, Science and Culture and the Ibero-American Social Security Organization, among others, participate.

Key Facts from the XXX Ibero-American Summit

Concept	Detail
Event	XXX Ibero-American Summit of Heads of State and Government
Dates	November 4 and 5, 2026
Headquarters	Madrid, España
Main Participants	22 countries of the Ibero-American community
Strategic Axes	Sustainability, social inclusion, digitalization and innovation

Economic and Social Priorities in the 2026 Agenda

The Spanish Pro Tempore Secretariat has focused its preparatory work on major global transformations. The agenda is structured around four fundamental pillars. First, it seeks to plan Ibero-American cooperation from 2027 onwards , with the aim of consolidating its system and giving it a more strategic and global focus. The second pillar is the adoption of a common environmental agenda , encompassing everything from climate change adaptation and food security to rural digital connectivity and sustainable tourism.

The third pillar focuses on advancing social and economic development through innovation and knowledge . This involves training citizens in digital skills, including artificial intelligence, and promoting the use of Spanish and Portuguese as languages ​​of scientific and technological communication. Finally, the Summit will work towards building fairer and safer societies, addressing challenges such as human mobility, gender equality, employment policies, and improving healthcare systems.

Previous work has already resulted in important agreements, such as the updating of the Ibero-American Cultural Charter , the promotion of a Strategy for Sustainable Tourism, the implementation of the rights of indigenous peoples, the creation of an Observatory on digital risks for children and the recognition of safe migration as an engine of sustainable development.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the main objective of the XXX Ibero-American Summit?

The main objective is for the 22 member countries to address common challenges in sustainability, inclusion and digitalization, as well as to plan the Ibero-American cooperation strategy from 2027 onwards to generate direct benefits for their citizens.

Who participates in the Ibero-American Summit?

The 22 Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries are participating. Europa y América Latina (Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia, Brasil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Chile, República Dominicana, Ecuador, El Salvador, España, Guatemala, Honduras, México, Nicaragua, Panamá, Paraguay, Perú, Portugal, Uruguay y Venezuela), in addition to Associate and Consultative Observers such as the OIT o Unicef.

What is SEGIB and what is its function?

La Secretaría General Iberoamericana (SEGIBThe UN is the international organization that coordinates cooperation among its 22 member countries. Its function is to promote common public policies, facilitate the exchange of knowledge, and support the organization of Summits together with the Pro Tempore Secretariat of the host country.