The Circular Economy unites Spain and Thailand: Deputy Director of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce participates in key debate

During the debate, piebald He emphasized that while the circular transition is crucial, it presents significant challenges for SMEs"Small and medium-sized enterprises face barriers such as high initial costs, limited knowledge of regulations, and a reduced capacity to integrate sustainability into their operations," Picazo stated.

To overcome these obstacles, the representative of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce advocated for active support for these companies. She proposed the implementation of clear incentives, the standardization of labels, financial support, the application of tax benefits and the development of collaborative projects specifically designed to involve and benefit them.

The round table, which focused on the practices of upcycling and recycling, featured the participation of various experts from the sector. Among them were Francisco Moreno, Head of Business Development SEA at Acciona; Bank Ngamarunchot, Director of Science, Technology and Innovation at KMUTT; Kamonnart Ongwandee, national coordinator of Fashion Revolution; and Andoni Caballero, APAC Territory Manager at Guascor Energy.

The Third Thailand-Spain Forum, held in Bangkok, brought together a large representation of civil society, public administrations, and the academic, business, and energy sectors from both countries.

This event, organized by Casa Asia Centre- and the Devswongse Varopakarn Institute of Foreign Affairs (DVIFA) in collaboration with the Foreign Affairs Ministries, is a key platform for exchange and dialogue, consolidating bilateral relations between Spain and Thailand in areas of common interest. The previous edition of the forum took place in Madrid in 2023, thus reinforcing the continuity of this cooperative initiative.