The Institute of International Issues and Foreign Policy (INCIPE) is a private non-profit cultural foundation, officially recognized by the Ministry of Culture through the Ministerial Order of June 20, 1988. Initially established as the Center for Policy Studies Foreign Affairs (CEPE), adopted its current name in 1991, after merging with the Institute of International Issues (INCI), founded in 1979 and chaired by Ambassador Antonio Garrigues y Díaz-Cabañate. currently, Juan Lladó.
INCIPE is mainly dedicated to research and debate on problems related to Spanish foreign policy and contemporary international relations. The Foundation’s essential objective is to contribute to a better understanding of these matters by the Spanish public, always advocating for the defense of Spain’s national interests on a global level.
INCIPE is proud to maintain a position independent of any partisan or group interest. In its commitment to excellence, the Foundation integrates collaborators and contributions from various political and professional backgrounds into its activity. This diverse approach enriches the quality and perspective of our studies, promoting an open and enriching dialogue.
With these fundamental principles, INCIPE strives to be a reference in the analysis and understanding of international issues and foreign policy, fostering informed debate and the promotion of national interests in the global arena.
