The event, which was presided over by His Majesty King Felipe VIThe event was jointly organized by the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, the Spanish Confederation of Business Organizations (CEOE), and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business—through the State Secretariat for Trade and ICEX Spain Export and Investment. The Chinese side collaborated through the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China and the China International Contractors Association (CHINCA).
The need for a framework of legal certainty
During his speech, King Felipe VI emphasized the importance of establishing a framework of greater legal certainty and predictability for the Spanish companies operating in China"Fair competition, respect for intellectual and industrial property rights, and reciprocity in access to markets are necessary conditions to guarantee fair competition," the Monarch stated, defending the foundations for a balanced and solid economic relationship.
Visit to the multinational Gestamp
As a final touch to the business agenda, the authorities moved to the outskirts of Pekin to visit the facilities of Gestamp, a leading Spanish multinational specializing in the design and manufacture of metal components for the automotive sector.
José Luis Bonet and Inmaculada RieraThe Director General of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce accompanied His Majesty the King on the tour of the plant. Also present during the visit were Francisco Riberas, CEO of Gestamp, and members of the group's management team, along with representatives of their local partner, BHAP, demonstrating the success of Spanish investment in the Asian giant.



