The financial competition Forinvest will analyze from March 11 to 12 in Feria Valencia global geostrategy at the moment of greatest tension of the millennium, with the participation of Real Instituto Elcano to assess the economic impact of international conflicts under the new stage of Donald Trump.
From a purely financial and business perspective, but aware of the serious humanitarian consequences, the 2026 edition of Forinvest will focus a large part of its program on the extremely serious international situationThe event will dissect how scenarios of instability affect global logistics and business, focusing on hotspots such as the crisis in Venezuela, the tension in Iránthe Russian invasion of Ucraniathe strategic future of Groenlandia or the unresolved conflict in the strip of Gaza.
Expert analysis: The view of María Dolores de Cospedal
To address this complex scenario, the organization has confirmed the presence of María Dolores de Cospedal, current vice president of Real Instituto ElcanoTheir participation will take place on the morning of March 11th within the framework of the Business & Innovation Forumwhere he will give a presentation focused on geostrategy, politics and the future of the economy.
The intervention of Cospedal seeks to offer an in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities that both large companies and SMEs in a volatile international context. He brings a track record that combines high-level political management with a strategic vision for defense and security.
| Position / Role | Entity / Organization | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Vice President | Real Instituto Elcano | News |
| Minister of Defense | Government of Spain | 2016 - 2018 |
| General Secretary | Partido Popular | 2008 - 2018 |
| President | Castilla La Mancha | 2011 - 2015 |
Tools for business decision making
The aim of these sessions is to equip professionals with tools for anticipation. As explained María José Puigcerver, director of Forinvest, the intervention of the vice president of Real Instituto Elcano It is specifically aimed at "Business owners and managers who need to understand what is happening in the world, what risks exist, and how to anticipate and make the best decisions, regardless of the size of the company.".
With visitor registration now open, the event reinforces its commitment to offering high-level content and enriching perspectives on the intersection of politics and economics. Key topics to be covered include:
- The evolution of global geostrategy and its main actors.
- The current political implications for financial markets.
- Future prospects for the international economy.
Key points and frequently asked questions about Forinvest 2026
What geopolitical topics will Forinvest 2026 cover?
The event will analyze the influence of the crisis on the economy in Venezuela, the tension in Irán, the war in Ucrania, the situation in Gaza and the future of Groenlandia.
Who will inaugurate the geostrategy block?
The main presentation will be given by María Dolores de Cospedal, former Minister of Defense and current Vice President of Real Instituto ElcanoThe March 11.
Who is this international analysis aimed at?
It is aimed at entrepreneurs, managers and those responsible for SMEs who need to understand global risks in order to anticipate them in their strategic decision-making.




