The deputy mayor and municipal spokesperson, Inma Sanz, led the closing ceremony of the 50th anniversary of Aresbank, a financial institution with roots in ancient Spanish Arab Bank. The event, held at the prestigious Royal Theater of Madrid, served to commemorate half a century of work as a crucial link in the financial and commercial relations between Spain and the countries of the region of Middle East and North Africa.
During his speech, Sanz congratulated Aresbank on this important milestone, highlighting that "in this half-century, the entity has made possible an exchange that goes beyond the economic and reaches the cultural and social."
The deputy mayor drew a parallel between Madrid and Mediterranean culture, despite its distance from the sea. "Even though we have to travel at least three hours to see the sea, Madrid is one of the great Mediterranean capitals"This has shaped our understanding of life," he stated, recalling the historical importance of the Mediterranean as "the world's largest commercial network." In this context, Sanz emphasized that "there is nothing more Mediterranean than believing in free trade and in the economic exchange«.
Sanz emphasized the mutual benefits of trade, noting that "in trade, both parties win, bonds of trust are created, and the foundations for peace are laid. It is a civilized dialogue, subject to rules, that helps to spread prosperity."
In a message addressed to the business and financial sector, the deputy mayor stated that "in Madrid, we don't see businesses or financial institutions as enemies. We know that a city and a country are built by working together, based on trust, respect, and honesty," concluding that "this vision has led the city to experience its best moment today."
The event was attended by prominent figures from the financial and business world of Madrid, who joined in the celebration of Aresbank's trajectory and its contribution to strengthening the economic and cultural ties between Spain and the Arab world.




