Spain in the security council

The Security Council (SC) is a venue where many different countries gather to deal with matters of international peace and security. Spain has held a seat in the SC on four occasions (1969-1970, 1981-1982, 1993-1994, and 2003-2004). The presence of Spain in these different periods of its recent history allows us to examine the evolution of the Spanish foreign policy over that period. The conclusions that can be drawn are two: First, that the presence in the SC has consolidated Spain as a relevant actor in international relations; second, that Spain's role in the SC can serve as an inspiration for other countries that, like Spain, pursue a more active multilateral and supportive role in international affairs.