OBREAL Global is a brand that has evolved over the years to become a prominent association dedicated to promoting cooperation and dialogue in higher education and research. Originally focused on European Union-Latin America cooperation, the brand now has a broader inter-regional mandate and membership scope. Despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic, OBREAL Global has established 'Chapters' in South America, Central America, the Caribbean, India, and Africa, each driven by its own membership and priorities.

OBREAL Global strives to strengthen cooperation between different regions through inter-regional dialogue and exchange on key topics of mutual interest. They focus on areas such as internationalization of learning, digitalization, international research management, and the role of universities in local development. By fostering South-South-North policy dialogue and promoting intra and inter-regional integration, OBREAL Global aims to create collaborative spaces for higher education institutions, the youth sector, industry, and public authorities in order to enhance human development.

With its core values of promoting dialogue and synergies, OBREAL Global envisions facilitating sustainable cooperation based on reciprocity and mutual knowledge transfer. They strive to contribute to common global challenges and generate a truly international perspective of higher education and research. With a dedicated team and strategic partners, OBREAL Global is committed to fostering effective cooperation and enhancing development in the higher education and research sectors