Event highlights Ibero-American cooperation, economic freedom, and global leadership
At the prestigious Harvard Club in New York, an exclusive gathering brought together influential figures from the political, academic, and business spheres, with Javier Cárdenas Moreno, CEO of Rhino Equipment, as one of the key participants. The event also featured Juan Luis Cebrián, founder of the Spanish newspaper El País; Iván Duque, former President of Colombia (2018-2022); Carlos Díaz-Rosillo, Founding Director of the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom at FIU; and one of the founders of Grupo Falabella, a major player in the Latin American retail industry.
Dialogue on economy, leadership, and regional cooperation
Panelists emphasized the importance of innovation, education, and economic integration as essential pillars for sustainable development. Javier Cárdenas Moreno highlighted the active role that business leaders must play in international forums, where collaboration with political and academic figures can create effective solutions to address pressing social and economic challenges.
Iván Duque reflected on his experience in strengthening democracy and advancing sustainability, while Juan Luis Cebrián discussed the role of journalism and freedom of expression in open societies. Carlos Díaz-Rosillo stressed the promotion of economic freedom as a driver of progress, and the representative of Grupo Falabella underscored the value of long-term vision in building competitive companies in global markets.
The role of the private sector in international forums
Cárdenas’ participation in this gathering reaffirmed his leadership as a bridge between the private sector and multilateral spaces. The Harvard Club event showcased how the convergence of political, economic, and cultural perspectives can open new opportunities to strengthen international cooperation and promote a more prosperous future for Ibero-America.
