The Andalusian Regional Government allocates 11,5 million euros to the internationalization of companies to combat tariffs.

 

The main objective is to strengthen the region's presence in foreign markets and mitigate the impact of global uncertainty and trade tensions, such as tariffs imposed by United States.

 

The announcement, made at the headquarters of the public agency Andalucía TRADEThe event was held before more than 120 business owners and self-employed individuals. Carolina España emphasized that this aid responds to a "long-standing demand from the sector" and is crucial for the region's economic future. 

 

 

"The stronger our companies are abroad, the stronger the Andalusian economy will be at home," said Carolina España, "so this aid order not only promotes internationalization, but also anticipates and protects the economic future of Andalusia."

 

 

Coverage and benefits of aid

 

The new incentives, which can now be applied for, will cover between 65% and 100% of expenses related to participation in trade fairs, events, and prospecting trips. The maximum grant per beneficiary and activity will be €50.000. The grants are designed to be quick and secure to administer, ensuring a streamlined processing system that allows companies to obtain the necessary funds quickly.

 

Although the call for proposals subsidizes activities carried out after its publication, prior expenses may be included if they are linked to an eligible action. The application must be submitted online through the Andalucía TRADE website, within a maximum of four months after the activity, and must include all supporting documentation.

 

Strategy and achievements

 

The Spanish Minister stressed that the strategy of these aids focuses on strengthening the Andalusian presence in key markets such as United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Morocco, Australia, China, India and Japan, with the aim of diversifying destinations and generating new opportunities. In this regard, he highlighted the importance of exports, which exceeded €21.000 billion in the first half of the year, demonstrating the contribution of companies to the regional economy.

 

At the presentation, the counselor was accompanied by Javier Gonzalez de Lara, president of the Confederation of Businessmen of Andalusia (CEA), and Javier Sánchez Rojas, president of the Andalusian Council of Chambers of Commerce. Both business leaders welcomed the initiative, highlighting its usefulness and the response it offers to the needs of the productive sector.

 

González de Lara emphasized that this aid is "a boost" that adapts to the needs of companies in a volatile international scenario, while Sánchez Rojas pointed out that the call for proposals is a "magnificent opportunity" for companies to diversify their markets and explore new regions such as Asia, Africa and Latin America.