Just like Casa Europa . and as a member of the European Alliance of AcademiesThe CBA continues its commitment to thinking and reflecting on Europe, seeking to strengthen the common foundations of our cultures and democracies. With the aim of addressing the political and social debates of our time, but with the intention of doing so with the depth and composure these issues deserve, we join forces once again with the magazine. The Grand Continent, with whom we share concerns, as well as the conviction that the European scale is the most relevant to address a good number of debates.

October 18 (19pm) - María Moliner Hall

Should the European Union be enlarged?

Almost twenty years after the great enlargement of the European Union in 2004, when ten new Member States joined the Union, the question of further enlargement becomes particularly urgent following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the granting of candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova in June 2022.

November 15 (19pm) - María Moliner Hall

Venezuela: Is there still hope? 

On October 17, the Venezuelan opposition and government signed a partial agreement in Barbados to hold elections in 2024. In exchange, the United States lifted some of the sanctions imposed on Venezuela. However, Venezuela's Supreme Court has not validated the results of the opposition platform's primaries, won by a landslide 92% of the vote on October 22 by María Corina Machado. What will Washington do? Could the sanctions return? What will the future hold for the negotiations?

November 29 (19pm) - María Zambrano Room

Spain is breaking apart: truth or slogan? / EVENT SUSPENDED

Debate surrounding the investiture, the amnesty, and the social and media uproar it has generated. Is it true that Spain is breaking apart, as predicted by a sector of civil society and some political parties, given the conditions that have allowed Pedro Sánchez's investiture to succeed?

February 7 (19pm) - Ramón Gómez de la Serna Hall

Europe's role in the fractures of the extended war

The war is spreading—from Ukraine to Gaza, across the Red Sea. How, then, should the European continent organize itself? In an article in the print edition of Grand Continent, Fractures of the expanded war. From Ukraine to the metaverseYolanda Díaz envisions the creation of a new movement to confront a new threat: "neoliberalism." What kind of Europe do we want in the face of divisions and reconstitutions? What should its role be?

February 21 (19pm) - Ramón Gómez de la Serna Hall

Two years after the invasion of Ukraine, the armies face the expanded war

Almost exactly two years after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, we organized a special session to analyze the conflict and its implications, based on articles published in the magazine. What is the state of the forces on the front lines, and what weapons does Ukraine need to continue its war effort? How can Ukraine be armed?

March 13 (19pm) - María Zambrano Room

Is Pedro Sánchez's term in office in danger?

Last November, Pedro Sánchez's new term began with the controversial amnesty—and an agreement with Junts has still not been reached. On February 18, the PSOE suffered a crushing defeat in the Galician elections. These days, with the Ábalos case, a corruption scandal is hindering the government. Has the PSOE paved the way for resolving the Catalan conflict, or has it exacerbated it? Is Pedro Sánchez's term in office in jeopardy? Is the PSOE in crisis?

April 03 (19pm) - María Zambrano Room

Ukraine and Gaza in the new cold war

The wars between Russia and Ukraine and Israel and Palestine illustrate the complex dynamics of interests, alliances, influence, and ambitions of both major powers and states with regional leadership. In the new multipolar world, pragmatism and transactions seem to prevail over ideological loyalties. As international law and multilateralism are sidelined, the dangers of escalation increase. How far will the war spread?

April 17 (19pm) - María Zambrano Room

War in Ukraine: between militarization and pacifism in Europe

The situation on the front lines in Ukraine is at its most critical point since the large-scale Russian invasion due to a lack of aid, troops, and military equipment. European leaders are increasingly discussing militarization; Emmanuel Macron has even raised the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine. Is increased military spending in Europe inevitable? How can pacifism be reconciled with support for Ukraine? How can a balance be struck?

April 24 (19pm) - María Moliner Hall

How to boost the competitiveness of the European Union?

In the face of growing global uncertainty, the Union's competitiveness must be boosted to guarantee economic security. Following reports from Enrico Letta y Mario DraghiThe Spanish Minister of Economy, Trade and Business, Carlos Cuerpo, will present his proposal in the pages of the magazine and discuss it with journalist and European correspondent María Tadeo.

May 8 (19pm) - Ramón Gómez de la Serna Hall

How can we repair the fractures in our societies?

 How can we transform and preserve our democratic systems? How can intermediary organizations contribute to calming societies? What means can be used to channel the passions that crises awaken? This discussion will cover: Felix Duke, philosopher, emeritus professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid, Clara Ramas, professor of philosophy at the Complutense University of Madrid and Antonio Maestrejournalist and writer. The discussion will be moderated by Mercedes López Mateo, PhD candidate in Philosophy at the Autonomous University of Madrid.

May 22 (19pm) - María Zambrano Room

Catalan elections, end of an era?

The Catalan elections of May 12th have been decisive. With these results —From low voter turnout to the shift to the right, including the victory of the PSC— The political dynamics that existed until now in Catalonia are being disrupted. How can this be done? grasp These results? If it seems that a cycle is closing, why the end of you procés Doesn't this mean the end of the conflict?