Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
Czech Invest, the Czech development agency, has unveiled its calendar of activities for the summer of 2026. The agenda includes a business mission to Germany focused on the video game sector and online seminars on the application of AI in marketing and business management.
ECONOMIC RELATIONS AND STRATEGIC ALLIANCES The finance ministers of both countries, Carlos Cuerpo and Rachel Reeves, signed a key agreement in Brussels that will deepen the exchange of services, protect strategic investments, and promote the growth of SMEs through the use of artificial intelligence. The First Vice-President of… Read more
The Institute for Foreign Trade Promotion of Castilla-La Mancha (IPEX) has announced a trade mission to Albania and Slovakia, to be held from November 16 to 20, 2026. The initiative aims to open markets for companies in the industrial goods sector, with grants of up to 2.715 euros and personalized agendas.
The Development Institute (Info) brings together 40 companies to explore business opportunities in Poland, a market that stands out for its record investment in defense, at 4,8% of its GDP, and its key role as host of the ReBuild Ukraine trade fair.
Spanish fruit and vegetable exports to the EU grew by 5,7% in value to €6.596 billion during the first four months of 2026, despite a 3,4% drop in volume. Markets outside Europe, such as Canada and Brazil, registered significant declines.
Six startups from Peru, Chile, and Mexico, specializing in energy, biotechnology, and fintech, presented their projects at Alhambra Venture 2026. The initiative, supported by ICEX's Rising UP in Spain program, aims to facilitate their entry into the Spanish and European markets.
The European Commission has published the European Innovation Scoreboard 2026, revealing sustained innovation growth in the EU of 11,6% since 2019. Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands have consolidated their leadership positions, while Malta has climbed the rankings and Georgia has been included in the analysis for the first time.
The Malaga-based company Clickferry, a leader in Spain in ferry comparison, is accelerating its international expansion with the aim of reaching €50 million in revenue in the next two years, focusing its growth on key markets such as France and Italy.
Naturgy's gas distribution company, Nedgia, and the Italian energy company Italgas have formalized a collaboration agreement to strengthen the role of gas networks. The alliance aims to position these infrastructures as a key strategic asset for the energy transition in Europe.
Just a few months before the event, SIAL Paris 2026 has unveiled its 'SIAL Insights' report, identifying 10 key trends that will shape consumption and innovation in the agri-food sector. The analysis, based on studies by Kantar, ProtéinesXTC, and Circana, paints a picture of a future defined by personalization, sustainability, and technology.
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