José Manuel Albares Bueno is Minister of Foreign Affairs, the European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain since 10 July 2021. He is a career diplomat, holds a Degree in Law from the University of Deusto, specializing in Economics and Law, with a Diploma in Business Science. He founded and coordinated the Spanish think tank Círculo de Reflexión Internacional. Before being appointed Minister, he was the Ambassador of Spain to the French Republic and the Principality of Monaco. Among other positions, he has been Secretary General for International, European Union, G20 and Global Security Affairs at the President of the Government's Office.