Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
The Mallorcan artisan footwear company Carmina Shoemaker opens its new store in Tokyo on July 25th. This opening reinforces its internationalization strategy in key markets, focusing on its network of company-owned stores and the quality of its entirely Mallorcan-made footwear.
The Spanish hotel chain is consolidating its expansion in Southeast Asia with the signing of the Ocaria Retreat Mui Ne, its first property under the luxury brand Meliá Collection in the country. This project, slated for completion in 2029, brings its portfolio of operating and developing hotels in Vietnam, a strategic market for the company, to 28.
Prosegur, the multinational private security company, is reinforcing its expansion in Asia-Pacific, surpassing 22.700 employees. This milestone, coinciding with its 50th anniversary, underscores the company's strategic commitment to talent and growth in one of the world's most dynamic economic regions.
Saudi state airline Riyadh Air today inaugurated its new direct route between Madrid and Riyadh with four weekly flights. Minister Óscar Puente highlighted the event as a milestone that strengthens economic relations and business opportunities between Spain and Saudi Arabia.
Malaysian company Sydney Cake House, founded in 1982, has invested 100 million ringgit in a 'Green Digital Factory' to export its frozen Halal bakery products to more than 20 countries, positioning Malaysia in the global supply chain thanks to its technological innovation and sustainability.
Malaysia has started 2026 with a strong showing of 92.800 billion ringgit in approved investments during the first quarter, distributed across 1.249 projects. According to the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), this figure, while stable compared to 2025, translates into the creation of 50.226 new jobs, a 46,7% increase, reinforcing investor confidence in the country.
Malaysia is positioning itself as a high-tech investment hub thanks to centers like KISMEC, an institution with over 30 years of experience that provides qualified talent in areas such as automation, AI and Industry 4.0, aligning with the needs of global investors.
FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT AND BILATERAL RELATIONS Despite international geopolitical uncertainty, Asian businesses show absolute confidence in the Iberian market: 97% of Chinese companies based in the country plan to maintain or increase their capital investment throughout 2026. The second edition of a comprehensive… Read more
TRADE RELATIONS AND INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION The Spain-India Business Meeting, held in Madrid, brought together the institutional and business leadership of both countries with the firm purpose of strengthening economic ties. In a context marked by the new Free Trade Agreement between the European Union and India, the Asian giant seeks to consolidate… Read more
ICEX-Invest in Spain and KPMG will present the report "Chinese FDI in Spain: Global Outlook 2026" tomorrow, July 14, in Madrid. The document analyzes key trends, strategic sectors such as electric vehicles, and the growth prospects of Chinese companies in the country.
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