Business Internationalization
The Government of Cantabria, through SODERCAN and in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, is organizing a conference on July 7th to explain the key aspects of the trade agreement between the European Union and India. The event, aimed at businesses, will include a presentation from the Ministry of Economy and a case study of an industrial success story.
La Consejería de Industria del Gobierno de Cantabriathrough SODERCAN, and the Cámara de ComercioThey will hold a key event on July 7th to analyze the opportunities of trade agreement between the Unión Europea and IndiaThe meeting is designed to offer the Cantabrian business community, and by extension the Spanish one, a strategic vision on how to capitalize on this agreement of great geopolitical and economic significance.
This session is part of the series of meetings on international markets, an initiative promoted within the I Internationalization Plan of Cantabria 2025 - 2028This strategic roadmap has as its main objective to strengthen the external presence of companies in the region and to promote the growth in the number of exporting companies, a key lever for competitiveness and the generation of added value in the local economy.
The strategic dimension of the EU-India trade axis
The agreement between Unión Europea and India This represents a milestone in global trade. The two economic blocs together account for approximately 25% of the world's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and together they represent a population exceeding 2.000 billion people. This trade agreement is poised to reshape investment flows and supply chains, opening new business opportunities for Spanish companies, particularly in high value-added sectors.
According to preliminary analyses, the most significant opportunities are concentrated in the industrial and agri-food sectorswhere Spanish production, and in particular that of Cantabria, can gain significant competitiveness and improve its international positioning thanks to the foreseeable reduction of tariff and non-tariff barriers.
Top-level speakers: institutional and business perspective
The event will feature the participation of high-profile experts to offer a dual perspective. On the one hand, Julián Conthe, Director General of Trade Policy and Economic Security of Ministerio de Economía y EmpresaIt will analyze the strategic context of the agreement, its macroeconomic implications, and the technical details that companies need to know to operate with legal and financial certainty.
On the other hand, the practical vision will be provided by Gonzalo Rodríguez Félix, CEO Textil Santanderina. Rodríguez Félix It will share the direct experience of the renowned Cantabrian company in the Indian market, providing a valuable success story on the operational, logistical and cultural challenges, as well as the real opportunities that arise when operating in this environment.
This meeting is organized in collaboration with Secretaría de Estado de Comercio and Dirección Territorial de Comercio de Cantabria–ICEXand is integrated into the network's activities Entreprise Europe Network, of which so much SODERCAN and Cámara de Comercio They are active members.
| Event Details | Key information |
|---|---|
| Journey | "Agreement India Unión Europea: opportunities for Spanish companies” |
| Date and Time | Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 16:00 PM to 17:30 PM |
| Location | multipurpose room of the Torre Xtela, PCTCAN (Santander) |
| Organized by | SODERCAN (Gobierno de Cantabria) and Cámara de Comercio de Cantabria |
| Assistance | Free admission, registration required |
Key points and frequently asked questions about the EU-India Agreement and its opportunities
How does the new trade agreement with India affect a Spanish SME?
Primarily, this will be achieved through the reduction or elimination of tariffs in key sectors such as industry and agri-food, making Spanish products more price-competitive. Furthermore, a simplification of customs procedures and greater legal certainty are expected, facilitating access to a market of over 1.400 billion consumers.
What challenges does the Indian market present for Spanish exporters?
Despite the opportunities, the India It is a complex market. The main challenges include sometimes cumbersome local bureaucracy, strong internal competition, and significant cultural differences in how business is conducted. Having sound advice and, if possible, a reliable local partner is essential to mitigating these risks.
Why is it relevant for an executive to attend this conference in Cantabria?
The event offers a unique opportunity to obtain firsthand information of high strategic value. It allows you to hear directly from a representative of Ministerio de Economía on the framework of the agreement and, more importantly, learn from the real-world experience of a leading industrial company such as Textil Santanderinathus obtaining a 360-degree view, both theoretical and practical.
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