Security first and foremost: Spain introduces tough border checks ahead of UN conference in Seville
9 June 17:56
Spain is stepping up security measures in connection with the V United Nations International Conference on Financing for Development, which will be held in late June and early July in Seville. Tourists are warned of possible delays due to strict checks at borders, international airports and train stations.
This was reported by the official portal of the European Union, "Komersant Ukrainian" reports.
The increased control will be in effect
- on the land borders with France and Portugal;
- at the main airports of the country: Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Malaga, Alicante, etc;
- in major seaports, in particular in Andalusia, Catalonia and the Balearic Islands (Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Malaga).
The UN conference will bring together representatives of dozens of countries, international financial institutions and leading economists. It is expected that temporary restrictions and enhanced security measures will be in place in Spain during the conference.
Tourists are advised to take into account possible queues and delays when crossing the border or staying in transit zones, especially from late June to early July.
What is known about the Fourth United Nations International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville?
Basic information
The conference will take place from June 30 to July 3, 2025 in Seville, Spain
Goals of the event:
Discussions focus on implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reforming the international financial architecture and mobilizing resources to achieve the 2030 Agenda
Key topics include:
Assessment of progress since the Monterrey Consensus (2002), the Doha Declaration (2008) and the Addis Ababa Action Agenda (2015)
Focus on climate change finance, biodiversity, debt sustainability, taxation, etc.
Who will participate
Heads of governments, heads of international and regional institutions, financial organizations, representatives of global business, academia and civil society.
The conference envisages a high level of interaction: governments, CSOs, NGOs and business are discussing ways to implement the SDGs for the first time together.
Preparationfor the conference
Several preparatory meetings (PrepCom) have already taken place:
- in 2024 (in Ethiopia, New York, etc.);
- in 2025: fourth meeting at the end of June (Sevilla)
For example:
june 30-July 3 – main conference;
june 28-29 – civil society forum
Additional formats
Side events will be held simultaneously – a series of temporary sessions and discussions on-site and virtually. Applications were accepted until mid-May 2025
During the conference, the International Business Forum will be held, involving the private sector.
Why it is important
Global Resource Mobilization
– Financial solutions are important for achieving the SDGs (fighting poverty, inequality, climate).
Financial architecture
– Discussion of reforms in global institutions (IMF, World Bank).
Climate and debt pressure
– More and more countries are suffering from debt crises and climate threats – a version of the “integrated approach” to financing sustainable development is being discussed.
Inclusiveness
– A platform for interaction between governments, NGOs, businesses and academics to avoid domination by state actors alone.
