European Investment Bank President Nadia Calviño defended the strength of international cooperation during her address at the Foro World in Progress 2026 in Barcelona. Opening the second day of the international event, Calviño stated that multilateralism remains active and operational, pointing to her institution as a prime example of successful European cooperation.
The Barcelona forum brought together prominent political and international leaders, including Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and former Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos. The high-level gathering focused heavily on Europe's evolving geopolitical role and the practical impact of multilateral financial and political strategies.
