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		<title>2025 China–Spain Business Forum Held in Chengdu</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:46:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[On November 11, 2025, the “2025 China–Spain Business Forum” was successfully held in Chengdu under the guidance of the Spanish Ministry of Economy, Trade and Enterprise and co-organized by ICEX, CCPIT, and other authoritative institutions. The event brought together representatives from more than 400 enterprises — over 180 Spanish companies and 260 Chinese firms —  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section>On November 11, 2025, the “2025 China–Spain Business Forum” was successfully held in Chengdu under the guidance of the Spanish Ministry of Economy, Trade and Enterprise and co-organized by ICEX, CCPIT, and other authoritative institutions. The event brought together representatives from more than 400 enterprises — over 180 Spanish companies and 260 Chinese firms — for practical exchanges and cooperation in areas such as energy, industrial technology, and agriculture.</section>
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<section>The year 2025 marks the 52nd anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Spain as well as the first year of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, lending the forum strategic importance. King Felipe VI of Spain attended the opening ceremony and delivered a keynote speech, stressing that “Spain and China must build relations on the basis of trust and legal certainty,” highlighting Spain’s strong commitment to deepening cooperation with China.</section>
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<section>As a major hub city of the Belt and Road Initiative, Chengdu—with its geographic advantages and open business environment—provided an ideal setting for the forum. The successful event not only marked a new milestone in China–Spain economic cooperation but also sent a positive signal to global economic recovery.</section>
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<p data-start="1776" data-end="2458">Under the theme “Innovation, Green Development, and Cooperation,” the forum featured three sector-specific sub-forums, thematic roundtables, and one-on-one B2B matchmaking sessions, forming a full-cycle cooperation mechanism. Both sides shared technological strengths and business need in renewable energy, smart manufacturing, and precision agriculture. A total of 10 cooperation agreements were signed, covering food exports, photovoltaic and wind power development, and the establishment of joint R&amp;D laboratories in industrial technology.</p>
<p data-start="1776" data-end="2458">At the closing ceremony, the Spanish Embassy in China reaffirmed its commitment to expanding platforms for bilateral cooperation, supporting more Spanish companies in entering the Chinese market and welcoming Chinese investments in Spain. CCPIT stated that it would continue to promote practical cooperation under the Belt and Road framework following the momentum of the forum.</p>
<p data-start="2460" data-end="2941">The forum not only advanced business cooperation but also strengthened people-to-people connections. In Chengdu — a city known for openness and inclusiveness — Chinese and Spanish enterprises planted the seeds of collaboration, which will undoubtedly yield fruitful results and contribute positively to global peace and development.</p>
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		<title>LONGi &#038; SM Advance Energy Launch Canary Islands Solar Park</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:30:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[LONGi, a global leader in solar technology, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SM Advance Energy to govern the development of its solar energy projects in the Canary Islands and the Atlantic African region, including the Gran Canaria Solar Energy Technology Park (ESGC), with SM Advance Energy acting as project partner and operator.  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>LONGi, a global leader in solar technology, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SM Advance Energy to govern the development of its solar energy projects in the Canary Islands and the Atlantic African region, including the Gran Canaria Solar Energy Technology Park (ESGC), with SM Advance Energy acting as project partner and operator.</p>
<p>This initiative will serve as a dynamic platform for showcasing photovoltaic innovation, integrating agrivoltaic systems, and furthering sustainability-driven research using LONGi’s latest technology offerings.</p>
<p>The ESGC Technology Park, situated in Gran Canaria, will feature the full portfolio of LONGi’s advanced module technologies—Hi‑MO 7, X10 and the newly unveiled Hi‑MO S10. The project will deploy 22 MW of TopCon BC 2.0 and 3.0 modules across multiple zones, demonstrating the latest breakthroughs in photovoltaic efficiency and performance.</p>
<p>At the heart of the project lies the Hi‑MO S10, also known as EcoLife Pro, which is LONGi’s first commercial-grade module utilizing Heterojunction Back Contact (HBC) technology. By combining HJT passivation benefits with the efficiency of back-contact cell design, the S10 achieves up to 27.3% cell efficiency and 25% module efficiency, delivering up to 510 W output at 250 W/m² power density. Enhanced by LONGi’s TaiRay wafers and bipolar rear passivation, the S10 offers 16% higher mechanical resilience and a 39% reduction in hotspot temperatures compared to TopCon, coupled with a 30-year product and performance warranty.</p>
<p>Zone PTESGC‑4 of the park will deploy the Hi‑MO S10 72HJD in a 5 MW bifacial ground-mounted installation—marking its first use in the Canary Islands. Spanning 38,460 m² of rocky terrain (Type A, B, and C), this zone is dedicated solely to photovoltaic generation without agrivoltaic integration.</p>
<p>Other park sectors will integrate agrivoltaic systems to support sustainable agriculture:</p>
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<li>PTESGC‑1: 56,900 m² for aloe vera, 1,200 m² greenhouse for vegetables, 400 m² vertical farming, 438 m² tropical fruit agritracking, 413 m² banana and cucumber structures.</li>
<li>PTESGC‑2: 42,282 m² allocated for livestock grazing.</li>
<li>PTESGC‑4.II: 17,552 m² for aromatic and medicinal plants.</li>
<li>PTESGC‑5: 51,794 m² combining aloe vera with floral species.</li>
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<li>2025: Procurement and preparatory engineering work.</li>
<li>2026: Installation and construction in key zones.</li>
<li>2027: Completion of all zones, grid connection, and energy injection.</li>
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<p>“This project presents an exceptional opportunity for LONGi to showcase our full range of technologies within one initiative,” said Hugo Fernández, Managing Director of LONGi Solar DG for Southern Europe.</p>
<p>Charles Jiang, Global Vice President of LONGi Solar DG, remarked: “The ESGC Technology Park is a strategic milestone for LONGi in Europe. It not only reinforces our technological leadership in photovoltaics but also perfectly aligns with the EU’s climate objectives and Spain’s energy transition agenda.”</p>
<p>Santiago Marrero, Chairman of the ESGC Technology Park, added: “Through our alliance with LONGi, we aim to redefine solar energy’s role in the Canary Islands—not just as a power source but as a driver of ecological innovation, economic diversification, and educational engagement.”<br />
Source: Official Website of LONGi</p>
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		<title>Sino-Spanish Cooperation in Green &#038; Tech Innovation</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2025 14:58:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Last June, Ren Hongbin, president of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), highlighted the potential of economic and trade relations between Spain and China, emphasizing the desire for cooperation at the "highest level" between both countries. 今年6月，中国国际贸易促进委员会（CCPIT）主席任鸿斌指出，中国与西班牙在经贸关系方面潜力巨大，并强调双方希望在“最高层级”推进双边合作。 Ren Hongbin held a working meeting at the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, within the  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Last June, Ren Hongbin, president of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), highlighted the potential of economic and trade relations between Spain and China, emphasizing the desire for cooperation at the &#8220;highest level&#8221; between both countries.</p>
<p>今年6月，中国国际贸易促进委员会（CCPIT）主席任鸿斌指出，中国与西班牙在经贸关系方面潜力巨大，并强调双方希望在“最高层级”推进双边合作。</p>
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<p>Ren Hongbin held a working meeting at the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, within the framework of the visit of the Vice President of the People&#8217;s Republic of China to Spain, and called for the opening of &#8220;new areas of cooperation in sectors such as innovation, technology, clean energy, and digital transition.&#8221; He also emphasized that &#8220;China is a large market, and sectoral cooperation must be expanded, generating opportunities for Spanish companies.&#8221;</p>
<p>在中国国家副主席访问西班牙期间，任鸿斌在西班牙工商会举行了一场工作会议。他呼吁在创新、科技、清洁能源和数字化转型等领域开辟“新的合作空间”。他还强调：“中国是一个庞大的市场，应当拓展各行业合作，为西班牙企业创造更多发展机遇。”</p>
<p>For her part, Inmaculada Riera, director general of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, stated that &#8220;China is a strategic country in economic and trade relations.&#8221; Riera emphasized the potential for growth in relations between the two countries, which, in the current context, are &#8220;even more relevant,&#8221; and noted that the &#8220;Spanish Chamber of Commerce is very active in institutional, commercial, and economic relations between Spain and China.&#8221;</p>
<p>西班牙工商会总干事伊玛库拉达·里耶拉（Inmaculada Riera）则表示，“中国是西班牙在经贸关系中的战略伙伴。”她指出，在当前的国际背景下，双边关系“更加重要”，并强调西班牙工商会在推动西中两国在制度、商业和经济领域的合作方面一直非常活跃。</p>
<p>Thus, we are witnessing increasingly numerous meetings between Chinese and Spanish authorities, which are facilitating understanding between the two countries at all levels and in all possible areas of cooperation.</p>
<p>当前，我们看到中西两国政府和机构之间的交流日益频繁，正在推动双方在各个层面、各个领域的理解与合作不断深化。</p>
<p>This is news provided by the Spanish Chamber of Commerce. 本消息由西班牙工商会提供。</p>
<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Official Report: Secretariat of WCHAM  官方报道：世界商会平台秘书处</p>
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		<title>China and Spain work toward a thriving collaboration</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 03:07:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[During a high-level meeting held in June at La Moncloa Palace in Madrid, the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, and the Vice President of the People’s Republic of China, Han Zheng, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and tackling global challenges through international collaboration.Prime Minister Sánchez emphasized that major global issues—such as climate change  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section>During a high-level meeting held in June at La Moncloa Palace in Madrid, the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, and the Vice President of the People’s Republic of China, Han Zheng, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and tackling global challenges through international collaboration.</section>
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<section>Prime Minister Sánchez emphasized that major global issues—such as climate change and development financing—must be addressed collectively by the international community, grounded in mutual respect, international law, and the principles of the United Nations Charter. He also reaffirmed Spain’s strong support for multilateralism.</section>
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<section>Both leaders discussed current global trade tensions, with Sánchez reafirming Spain’s support for a rules-based international order, free trade, and economic openness.</section>
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<section>Regarding Spain-China bilateral relations, Sánchez expressed his will to deepen cooperation through a constructive and reciprocal agenda. He highlighted the success of the 20th anniversary of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership celebrated during his April 2025 visit to Beijing, where both countries signed a Joint Action Plan (2024–2028). This plan outlines advanced cooperation in key areas such as:</section>
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<section>• Agriculture and fisheries </section>
<section>• Science, technology, innovation, and green development </section>
<section>• Social and cultural exchange </section>
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<section>The two leaders also explored economic relations and investment opportunities. Sánchez noted that while bilateral trade has grown significantly, there is still a trade imbalance. He emphasized Spain’s interest in closer collaboration in strategic sectors where China leads globally, such as automotive, battery technology, solar energy, and green hydrogen.</section>
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<section>Finally, Sánchez invited the Chinese Vice President to participate in the upcoming Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, scheduled to take place in Seville from June 30 to July 3, 2025. He highlighted this event as an opportunity to reaffirm a shared commitment to multilateralism.</section>
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<section>Information provided by the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in China. South China Division.</section>
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		<title>The Mayor of Langreo Spain to Visit China</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 03:15:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Mayor of Langreo, Roberto Marcos García, will travel to the People's Republic of China this week to "identify opportunities for collaboration and attract potential investments." García will participate in the China-Spain Mayoral Dialogue, which will take place on April 24 and 25 2025 in Chongqing, one of the largest cities in China. The theme of the forum is “Sharing  [...]]]></description>
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<section>The Mayor of Langreo, Roberto Marcos García, will travel to the People&#8217;s Republic of China this week to &#8220;identify opportunities for collaboration and attract potential investments.&#8221; García will participate in the <strong>China-Spain Mayoral Dialogue</strong>, which will take place on <strong>April 24 and 25 2025</strong> in <strong>Chongqing</strong>, one of the largest cities in China. The theme of the forum is <em>“Sharing governance wisdom, co-creating resilient cities.”</em></section>
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<section>The event is co-organized by the <strong>Chinese People&#8217;s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries</strong>, the <strong>Chongqing Municipal People&#8217;s Government</strong>, and the <strong>Cátedra China Foundation</strong>. It will bring together municipal leaders, business figures, and diplomats from both countries. According to municipal sources, the aim of the visit is to <strong>strengthen international relations</strong> and position Langreo as a <strong>global benchmark of technological innovation</strong>.</section>
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<section>Last December, García’s agenda included meetings with <strong>Yang Wanming</strong>, President of the Chinese People&#8217;s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, and <strong>Vice Minister Ma Hui</strong> from the International Department of the Communist Party of China. During his visit to Langreo, Chinese Ambassador to Spain <strong>Yao Jing</strong> expressed strong interest in the industrial parks of Langreo, particularly the former <strong>Nitrastur</strong> facilities.</section>
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<section>“We have confirmed that Spain has a very solid industrial base in Asturias, along with qualified human resources and an advanced training system,” the ambassador stated.</section>
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<section>During the upcoming visit to China, Mayor García is scheduled to meet with <strong>Hu Henghua</strong>, the Mayor of Chongqing—a city of over 32 million residents.</section>
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<section>In Langreo, numerous business and industrial centers remain underutilized. These include areas such as <strong>Modesta</strong>, <strong>El Cadavíu</strong>, and plots in various phases of the <strong>La Moral industrial estate</strong>.</section>
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<section>The municipality is also promoting new industrial development on the former <strong>Iberdrola thermal power plant site</strong> and the <strong>Nitrastur plot</strong>, the latter being evaluated for an <strong>armored vehicle manufacturing plant</strong>.</section>
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<section>The Chinese ambassador’s visit to Langreo and Mieres in December underscored a growing interest in the region’s <strong>industrial legacy and land availability</strong>, marking it as a potential hub for Chinese investment.</section>
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<section>This comes amid a broader context of warming commercial and political ties, especially after the recent visit of Spanish Prime Minister <strong>Pedro Sánchez</strong> to China.</section>
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		<title>Chinese Ambassador to Spain Visits Asturias</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 02:30:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[On December 16, 2024, the Chinese Ambassador to Spain, Mr. Yao Jing, visited the cities of Mieres and Langreo in Asturias. The visit aimed to promote foreign cooperation, with a particular focus on renewable energy, the digital industry, and tourism, fostering deeper economic and trade exchanges between China and Spain. Mieres and Langreo are actively  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On December 16, 2024, the Chinese Ambassador to Spain, Mr. Yao Jing, visited the cities of Mieres and Langreo in Asturias. The visit aimed to promote foreign cooperation, with a particular focus on renewable energy, the digital industry, and tourism, fostering deeper economic and trade exchanges between China and Spain.</p>
<p>Mieres and Langreo are actively seeking industrial investments from China. Ambassador Yao Jing met with the mayors and key political representatives of the two cities to gain firsthand insights into the strategies for economic diversification and industrial transformation being pursued by the local governments.</p>
<p>Positioning themselves as attractive territories for future investments, Mieres and Langreo offer excellent infrastructure, including modern airports, seaports, and high-speed rail networks, along with extensive industrial estates that provide favorable conditions for company establishment and growth.</p>
<p>During the visit, Ambassador Yao also toured the Barredo University Campus, a hub for research focusing on environmental studies, artificial intelligence, energy transition, and industrial heritage. The campus serves as a significant platform for exploring future collaboration in science and technology.</p>
<p>Since assuming office earlier this year, Ambassador Yao Jing has been actively promoting China-Spain bilateral relations. In an article titled “Fifty Years Walking Together, Achieving Even More in the New Era”, published at the beginning of the year, Ambassador Yao highlighted the strong commonalities between the two nations and the steady progress in economic and commercial cooperation.</p>
<p>He noted that China is Spain’s fifth-largest trading partner and its largest outside the European Union. In 2023, bilateral trade exceeded $50 billion for the first time. Spain has participated in the China International Import Expo for six consecutive years, showcasing agricultural and food products such as pork, Iberian ham, and olive oil, which have garnered significant attention. Additionally, Spanish beauty products, textiles, and clothing have gained popularity among Chinese consumers, while Spanish machine tools are experiencing growth in the Chinese market. Ambassador Yao also mentioned the success of the Yiwu-Madrid train, which has operated more than 1,500 times, transporting approximately 120,000 TEUs with a total cargo value of $6 billion. This route has become a symbol of cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, reflecting the growing economic ties between China and Spain, as well as between China and Europe.</p>
<p>Looking ahead, Ambassador Yao emphasized the importance of planning bilateral relations with a strategic perspective, adhering to the principle of mutual benefits, and fostering deeper cooperation in a practical and meaningful way. He expressed his commitment to rooting China-Spain friendship in the hearts of the people and elevating the comprehensive strategic partnership to a new level.</p>
<p>WCHAM leader Mr. Orencio Grela was invited to attend the event and met with the Ambassador and his delegation. He highly praised Ambassador Yao Jing, describing him as a leader full of charisma and vision. He remarked, &#8220;Under Ambassador Yao’s leadership, any cooperative project can become a tangible and beautiful blueprint, injecting greater confidence and momentum into the collaboration between China and Spain.&#8221;</p>
<p>Official Report: Secretariat of WCHAM</p>
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		<title>Join Us at Tech Business PlaNET25 &#8211; Madrid</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:57:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend Tech Business PlaNET25 - Madrid, a premier event showcasing the latest technological innovations applied to business. The event will take place on January 15-16, 2025, at IFEMA Madrid, providing a unique opportunity to connect with key players in the global technology ecosystem. Dates: January 15-16,  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend <strong>Tech Business PlaNET25 &#8211; Madrid</strong>, a premier event showcasing the latest technological innovations applied to business. The event will take place on <strong>January 15-16, 2025</strong>, at <strong>IFEMA Madrid</strong>, providing a unique opportunity to connect with key players in the global technology ecosystem.</p>
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<li><strong>Dates:</strong> January 15-16, 2025</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> IFEMA Madrid, Madrid</li>
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<p><strong>Tech Business PlaNET25</strong> aims to be a visibility space for the most relevant technological solutions, bringing together technology creators, public and private organizations, leading national and international companies, and industry experts. The event will allow businesses to explore transformative technologies and establish valuable connections that can drive growth and innovation. We believe your participation will offer great value, and we are excited about the potential collaborations and business opportunities that will arise from this event.</p>
<p>Please confirm your attendance and feel free to reach out at <em>info@wcham.org</em> or visit the website at <em>www.planet.madrid</em> if you need any further information or assistance. We look forward to welcoming you to <strong>Tech Business PlaNET25 &#8211; Madrid</strong>!</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:27:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Once again, the Region of Murcia became the epicenter of Telecommunications, Technology, and Digitalization in Spain, hosting the popular *Noche de las Telecomunicaciones* (Night of Telecommunications). This event, organized by the Association and Official College of Telecommunications Engineers of the Region of Murcia (Aiterm and Coiterm), brought together authorities, institutional representatives, and leaders from major  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Once again, the Region of Murcia became the epicenter of Telecommunications, Technology, and Digitalization in Spain, hosting the popular *Noche de las Telecomunicaciones* (Night of Telecommunications). This event, organized by the Association and Official College of Telecommunications Engineers of the Region of Murcia (Aiterm and Coiterm), brought together authorities, institutional representatives, and leaders from major ICT companies driving economic growth and digital transformation in the country.</p>
<p>The event was inaugurated by the Dean of COITERM, Juan Luis Pedreño, who emphasized the importance of the ICT sector in regional development, highlighting its role in nurturing talent, promoting R&amp;D+i, and generating wealth.</p>
<p>Navantia, the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, the Royal Academy of Engineering, Atresmedia Foundation, and José Camino Medina were honored during the gala.</p>
<p>Gema Sanz, Director of Institutional Relations at Madrid Network, attended on behalf of the organization. She underscored Madrid’s leadership as a hub for major technological drivers and stressed the importance of interregional collaboration to create synergies that generate wealth, jobs, and position Spain as a global technological leader. She noted that events like this undoubtedly foster new opportunities.</p>
<p>The awardees were Navantia, the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, the Royal Academy of Engineering, Atresmedia Foundation, and José Camino Medina.</p>
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		<title>Invitation to 2024 Moldova ANTREPRENOR EXPO</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 01:31:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2024 Moldova Entrepreneurs Expo is set to take place from October 10 to 13 in the capital city of Chisinau, Moldova. The event will feature esteemed attendees, including the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, the Minister of Economy, and leaders from the Chamber of Commerce, who will gather to explore business opportunities  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2024 Moldova Entrepreneurs Expo is set to take place from October 10 to 13 in the capital city of Chisinau, Moldova. The event will feature esteemed attendees, including the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, the Minister of Economy, and leaders from the Chamber of Commerce, who will gather to explore business opportunities and potential collaborations.</p>
<p>This year’s expo will showcase companies from various industries, including wine and food production, fashion, beauty, construction and design, renewable energy and environmental technologies, creative industries, digitalization, and financial and legal services. Attendees will have the chance to present their latest products and services, as well as engage in meaningful discussions with industry leaders and potential partners.</p>
<p>For detailed event arrangements and schedules, please refer to the attachment. The Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in China and The World Chamber of Commerce Platform sincerely invites entrepreneurs, investors, and suppliers from China and Europe to actively participate in this significant event, exploring future business opportunities and promoting international cooperation and development.</p>
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		<title>Spanish Leadership in Photonic Technologies</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:55:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spain is at the forefront of photonic technology research, with ICFO (Institute of Photonic Sciences) leading the way. ICFO excels in developing photonic chips with applications in health, sustainability, quantum technologies, nanomaterials, and advanced computing, reinforcing Spain’s position in these strategic areas. Recently, ICFO presented the PIXEurope project at Santander38, aiming to reduce Europe’s reliance  [...]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spain is at the forefront of photonic technology research, with ICFO (Institute of Photonic Sciences) leading the way. ICFO excels in developing photonic chips with applications in health, sustainability, quantum technologies, nanomaterials, and advanced computing, reinforcing Spain’s position in these strategic areas.</p>
<p>Recently, ICFO presented the PIXEurope project at Santander38, aiming to reduce Europe’s reliance on non-European chip suppliers. This initiative underscores Spain&#8217;s leadership in photonics and its contribution to European technological independence.</p>
<p>Lluís Torner, ICFO’s founder, was honored with the 2024 AMETIC Award for Business Excellence in Quantum Technologies, recognizing his significant contributions to the field.</p>
<p>The WCHAM, the Association of Science and Technology Parks of Spain (APTE) and PTEDisruptive extend their congratulations to Torner and ICFO for their outstanding achievements in advancing photonic technologies.</p>
<p>Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to expand our reach and influence through meaningful connections and collaborations!</p>
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