La Valladolid Chamber of Commerce has taken a significant step towards bring the province's business community closer to the European institutions through an institutional mission to Brussels, organized together with the Spanish Chamber of Commerce to the European Union. The meeting, which took place on October 14 and 15, focused on crucial issues for the future of industry, innovation and training In the continent.
Concern about the automotive industry and the regulatory transition
One of the key points on the agenda was the impact of new European regulations in the automotive sector. The delegation conveyed to the Community interlocutors its concern and prevailing need for flexibility in European policies. They stressed that it is essential to have a support and territorial adaptation so that regulatory changes do not generate competitive imbalances or jeopardize the productive capacities of local industry.
Digitalization, talent, and the importance of SMEs
The mission also highlighted the Artificial Intelligence like a great opportunity to promote innovation and strengthen business competitiveness by generating collaborative ecosystems. In the workplace, a special emphasis on supporting business activity through youth training, the mobility to attract and retain talent, and the adaptation of educational programs to the jobs of the futureThe Valladolid delegation also insisted on the importance of SMEs in the new European budgets.
The business delegation was of a high level, with the active participation of Victor A. Caramanzana, President of the Chamber, together with Maria Robles, general secretary, and other CEOs and communications directors from leading companies such as Lingotes Especiales, El Corte Inglés, Michelin, and Renault España, among others.
The trip, coinciding with the European Week of Regions and Cities, sought to strengthen the voice of Valladolid's productive sector in community decision-making processes and address the major challenges facing the continent.
Meetings with key players and major future challenges
The representatives of Valladolid had a busy schedule two days, with working meetings with MEPs and experts from the Commission and the European Parliament, such as Iratxe Garcia (S&D Group) and Raúl de la Hoz (EPP Group).
Participants were able to learn first-hand about the major strategic lines that will define the next decade in Europe, including the new Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034, Clean Industrial Deal and the program Digital Decade 2030This mission has allowed strengthen collaboration with the Spanish Chamber of Commerce before the EU and establish new synergies, which will facilitate the productive fabric of Valladolid anticipate trends and opportunities future
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