Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
Costa Rica is positioning itself as a leader in innovation efficiency in Latin America, attracting multinational giants in the MedTech and technology sectors. The country has evolved from an agrarian economy into a sophisticated R&D hub, thanks to its skilled workforce and a robust intellectual property protection framework.
The PromArgentina agency has intensified its strategy to promote the country's export offerings, achieving 16 consecutive months of trade surplus. This initiative is supported by participation in more than 75 international trade fairs, strategic alliances for financing, and positioning campaigns in key markets.
Image: CEOE TOWARDS THE XVI IBERO-AMERICAN BUSINESS MEETING IN MADRID A high-level delegation comprised of representatives from the Ibero-American Business Council (CEIB) and the CEOE (Spanish Confederation of Employers' Organizations) has carried out a busy institutional agenda in Santiago, Chile. The mission's objective was to consolidate internationalization and strategic alliances between the two countries, as well as… Read more
Chile registered a net inflow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of US$9.900 billion in the first five months of 2026, representing a significant increase of 53% compared to the same period of the previous year. Reinvestment of profits is consolidating as the main driver of this growth, according to data from the Central Bank analyzed by InvestChile.
ICEX and the Spanish Economic and Commercial Office in Caracas are organizing a virtual conference on July 14 to analyze the new business landscape in Venezuela. The event will address the opportunities and risks for Spanish companies following the changes initiated in 2026 and the recent earthquake that affected the country.
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 Spanish company Vluks, specializing in immersive experiences, is leading an ambitious project in Argentina to create a digital record of 109 historic buildings in Buenos Aires. The initiative uses high-precision 3D scanning technology to preserve cultural heritage and showcase it in new virtual formats.
The public agency Andalucía TRADE has organized a trade mission to Colombia for companies in the agricultural supply industry. Companies from Almería, Granada, and Seville are exploring a market where demand for agricultural technology and inputs is projected to exceed $1.724 billion in 2025.
The boutique law firm Bergadà Abogados has strengthened its position in Latin America with the participation of its founding partner, Marta Bergadà, at the International Congress on Insolvency Law in San José. The event served to analyze the Spanish model of the Second Chance Law and the challenges of corporate insolvency.
The Colombian city of Cartagena will host TOC Container Supply Chain Americas 2026 from October 20-22. The event will bring together maritime transport and logistics professionals to analyze the latest trends in port technology and operations.
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