The Minister of Defense, Margarita Robles, stated during the inauguration of the II Geopolitical Conferences of the Spanish Institute of Strategic Studies (IEEE) that the Spanish Armed Forces are a reliable reference for ensuring peace and security globally.
The conferences will be closed today, May 28, at the Royal Site of San Ildefonso, in Segovia. Over 80 experts have participated in these three days, discussing the challenges of the current international context.
Robles emphasized the importance of Spain’s participation in international coalitions under NATO, the UN, and the EU, as well as in critical areas such as cybersecurity and response to humanitarian crises. In her speech, she highlighted the commitment of the 4,000 Spanish troops deployed abroad, reaffirming that “Spain continues to be a serious, reliable, and committed partner” in the realm of global security.
The conferences, organized by the Higher Center for National Defense Studies (CESEDEN), will provide a space for the analysis of contemporary strategic issues, including energy security and the evolution of international alliances. The inaugural conference was led by Javier Colomina, NATO’s special representative, who addressed the transformation of the international order and the challenges facing Europe and Spain in an increasingly complex world.
