Euro-Mediterranean Economic & Business Forum 2025

18 and 19 November 2025
Llotja de Mar | Barcelona

Connecting business and political leaders from Europe, Africa and the Middle East to drive forward the economic and social development of the Mediterranean.

999 DAYS

99 HOURS

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Speakers

International leaders, sector experts and institutional representatives will come together at the Euro-Mediterranean Economic & Business Forum 2025 to share insights, knowledge and proposals for the economic future of the Mediterranean. Meet the key voices leading this first edition below.

Jordi Torrent

Secretary General

MEDPorts Association

Jordi Torrent is currently the Head of Strategy at the Barcelona Port, Managing Director of B2B Logistics Busan Barcelona Hub, and is the General Secretary of the Mediterranean Ports Association.

He has written several essays (Who Will Save the Mediterranean Corridor? / Globalization Adrift / The New Globalization) and is a frequent contributor to La Vanguardia.

Houda Ben Jannet Allal

Director General

Mediterranean Observatory of Energy and Climate (OMEC)

Dr. Houda Ben Jannet joined OMEC (formerly OME) in 1992 and became Director General in 2013. She specializes in energy prospects, renewables, and cooperation in the Mediterranean. She also leads the UfM Gas Platform Secretariat and has lectured at top French institutions. She holds a PhD from École des Mines de Paris.

Octavi Quintana

Director

PRIMA Foundation

Octavi Quintana has been the Director of the PRIMA Foundation since 2017. He is a Medical Doctor (UAB), specialized in Intensive Medicine, MPH Univ. Columbia.

He was Director of the Málaga Hospital, Deputy Director of INSALUD, and served as the President of the European Council Bioethics Committee Director. He was vice-president to the EC Ethics European Group and Director of International Affairs of the Spanish Health Ministry and worked as a coordinator for humanitarian aid in Rwanda, Burundi, Bosnia, and Kosovo. He directed scientific divulgation programs in TVE2 and became Director of Scientific Research in the EC in Health, Energy, European Research.

Anas Makhmalji

Overseas Offices Unit Analyst

Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

Anas Makhmalji Khoga is an Analyst in the Overseas Offices Unit at the Investment and Finance Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye. He promotes Türkiye’s investment climate internationally, coordinates the organization’s representative offices abroad and has contributed to key initiatives between 2021 and 2025.

With over a decade of experience in international trade, logistics, and finance, he has aided companies to expand internationally at ACCIÓ, Catalonia’s Agency for Business Competitiveness, where he played an integral role in developing the Technical Office for Internationalization Barriers. He holds a Business Administration degree from the University of Barcelona and is fluent in Spanish, Catalan, Arabic, English, Turkish and French, leveraging his expertise to foster cross-cultural collaboration.

Stella Tsani

Associate Professor

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Dr. Stella Tsani is an Associate Professor of Economics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in sustainable development, energy, natural resource management, and economic policy. She received the 2025 EUSEW Women in Energy Award for her contributions to Europe’s energy transition and the first Greek scholar in the Global Young Academy, where she co-leads work on the SDGs and innovation. Dr. Tsani is a lead author for the UN Environment Programme’s 7th Global Environment Outlook, an expert contributor to the IPCC and International Energy Agency, and serves on advisory boards for the European Commission and other international organizations. With a track record of coordinating over 40 research projects funded by entities such as the EU and World Bank, her research combines economics, energy, and sustainability, with widely published work and active involvement in advancing youth participation and global STEM initiatives.

Samar Hamdy

Co-founder and CBO

DevisionX

Samar is an entrepreneur, engineer, and business leader driving innovation at the intersection of AI and computer vision. She is the Co-Founder and CBO of DevisionX, the company behind Tuba.AI — an end-to-end workflow builder for AI computer vision, transforming how businesses build and deploy AI vision solutions across industries.

Roberta de Palma

Senior Circular Economy Advisor

UNIDO

A seasoned Senior Circular Economy Advisor at UNIDO, with extensive expertise in driving sustainable economic growth and environmental protection. With over two decades of experience, she has led significant initiatives like SWITCH-Med, mobilizing over €250 million investments for circular economy businesses and establishing multi-stakeholder platforms. Her work includes developing national circular economy roadmaps in sectors like textile, plastic and blue economy, as well as innovative methodologies for industrial resource efficiency, often in collaboration with multinational corporations and international organizations. She currently act as senior circular economy advisor to the Green Forward Industry programme targeting different industrial sectors.

Her diverse assignments have spanned organizations such as UNIDO, EU, IFC, involving more than 200 companies within the food & beverage, textile, leather, chemical, and mechanical/electronic sectors, engaging with major corporations like Holcim Italia and Fiera Milano. She has also provided expert monitoring for the EU LIFE portfolio in the MENA Region for DG Environment and for the EU Eco-Innovation programme.

A Mechanical Engineering graduate from Politecnico di Bari, she also holds a Diploma in Cleaner Production and Sustainable Development from Lund University and is a published author in industrial resource efficiency and waste management.

Andrea Tinagli

Principal Advisor at the Union for the Mediterranean

EIB at the UFM Governing Bodies

Andrea Tinagli Principal Advisor at the Union for the Mediterranean for Sustainable Finance and Investments. Representing the EIB at the UFM Governing Bodies

Andrea Tinagli is an Italian citizen. Prior to his appointment at the UfM Secretariat, he covered during more than 25 years different managerial positions at the European Investment Bank (EIB), including Head of Spanish Delegation; Head of Holding Funds Southern Europe; Head of Italian Delegation and Head of Energy and Public sector and Project Finance Italy and Malta. His latest position was Head of Banks and Energy Baltic See and Northern EU Countries.

Andrea Tinagli has long experience in development finance, sustainable and green finance, Infrastructure and investment finance, financial instruments and securitization of SMEs and Midcaps portfolios. During the last years he focused on European external cooperation activities, concessional finance, being lecturer at several Universities outside the EU ( University of Amman in Jordan, Ain Shams University in Egypt, Euromed University of Fez in Morocco) and within the European Union (College of Europe in Belgium, Esade in Spain and La Sapienza in Italy). He co-chairs the steering committee of the Blue Mediterranean Partnership, a new Mediterranean financial instrument to accelerate the deployment of sustainable blue economy projects in the Southern Neighborhoods.

He studied at Bocconi University, Italy, HEC- Ecole des Hautes Etudes Commerciales, France and Esade Business School, Spain. He is Chartered accountant and Dottore Commercialista from the Italian Authorities.

Tarik El Malki

Senior Academic

Groupe ISCAE

Professor Tarik EL MALKI is a senior academic (Professor of Higher Education-PES) at Groupe ISCAE. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics (University of the Mediterranean, December 2010). Since December 2023, Professor EL MALKI has served as the Director General of Groupe ISCAE. Previously, he held the position of Director of Development, International Relations, and Communication, at Groupe ISCAE from 2016 to 2018, and Director of the ISCAE-Rabat Institute from 2019 to 2023.

Professor EL MALKI is an active member of several research organizations, including his role as President of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Observatory in Morocco, a member of the Scientific Committee of the Moroccan Economic Outlook Center, and a jury member for the Ecomédias Group Research Prize. He is also the Coordinator of the BLUE SPACE university incubator, a project in partnership with BMCE BANK OF AFRICA.

In addition to his academic and research roles, Professor EL MALKI is the author of several works, such as "Corporate Social Responsibility: The Case of Morocco" (Afrique-Orient, 2014), "Beyond All Divisions: Crossed Perspectives on the Morocco of Tomorrow" (co-authored with Nabil ADEL; Afrique-Orient, 2017), and "Morocco: Which Paths to Emergence?" (Afrique-Orient, 2020). He regularly participates in national media debates on economic and social issues.

Tugce Ergun Cireli

Co-founder

Foodback

Tugce graduated from Imperial College in London's Msc in Management & Entrepreneurship program in 2012 with the goal of creating her own brand in the functional food area. She spent 7 years creating functional foods and scaling the business to a certain extent where she started to understand the impact of food on her own health and in the business. She co-founded Foodback innovation platform with her partner and they have been operating as EIT Food Turkey HUB since 2018. Apart from her own entrepreneurship journey, she has managed to write in prestigious food outlets, designed content for three movies in the gastronomy and impact area and she has worked with more than 2000 entrepreneurs and students that are working to create impact in the Turkish food industry.

Simon Neaime

Director of the Institute of Financial Economics, and Chair of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers at AUB

American University of Beirut (AUB)

Simon Neaime is Professor of Economics and Finance, Chair of the Department of Economics, Director of the Institute of Financial Economics, and Chair of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers at the American University of Beirut (AUB). He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from York University, Canada, an M.A. in Economics from the University of Toronto, and both a Master’s in Money and Banking and a B.A. in Economics from AUB. Dr. Neaime has held senior positions with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, the International Monetary Fund, and the European Commission, and was Visiting Scholar at York University (2017–2018). He has served as Associate Editor for leading journals, including the Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions, and Money and Finance Research Letters. An expert on emerging markets and MENA economies, he has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Economic Modelling, Journal of Banking and Finance, Emerging Markets Review, and Open Economies Review, and has authored several textbooks on finance and macroeconomics. He is a lifetime Research Fellow of the Economic Research Forum.

Salma Bourragani

Co-Founder and CEO

Green Watech

Dr. Salma Bougarrani is the Co-Founder & CEO of Green Watech, a Moroccan cleantech company pioneering wastewater treatment and reuse through its FISO® technology. Holding a PhD in Advanced Water Treatment, she has led over 50 projects impacting more than 90,000 people, turning wastewater into food security. She is a Cartier Women’s Initiative Fellow and African Business Heroes laureate.

Tarek Tawfik

Member of the Board of Directors

American Chamber of Commerce

Tawfik is a Member of the Board of Directors of The American Chamber of Commerce, the General Authority for Investments and Free Zones (GAFI) – Egypt, Sovereign Wealth Fund, Egyptian Countryside Development Company, The Chamber of Food Industries, the Food Safety Authority, the Industrial Development Authority. Also, a Board Member of IOE / ILO

Tawfik holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering - Cairo University, Masters of Engineering - California State Polytechnic University (Pomona), MBA - San Francisco State University.

Krystel Khalil

Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programs Director, and Social Innovation expert & Quality assessor

Berytech

With a robust background spanning over 18 years, Krystel drives the growth of entrepreneurship ecosystems across Lebanon and the Euro-Med region. As Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Programs at Berytech, she leads multi-country initiatives in various sectors such as social innovation, green economy, IP & technology transfer, and women and youth empowerment. She is a recognized mentor and coach for impact entrepreneurs, advisor on ecosystem building, and EFQM & EU BIC quality assessor for innovative organizations.

Lilia Hachem Naas

Former United Nations (UN) Director and Chief for the Middle East and Africa regions

United Nations

A Tunisian national, Ms Lilia Hachem Naas is a former United Nations (UN) Director and Chief for the Middle East and Africa regions. During 26 years at the UN, she worked for three organisations namely: International Trade Centre (ITC), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). Ms Naas has extensive experience in coordinating complex development programmes to achieve sustainable and inclusive economic growth, focusing particularly on SMEs competitiveness, regional integration, trade and investment promotion, South-South cooperation, women empowerment and youth employment. She has been able to activate new partnerships with key stakeholders, support the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement, and accelerate SDGs implementation. Prior to joining the UN, Ms Naas worked with Hewlett Packard Company in the USA and the Tunisian Export Promotion Centre (CEPEX) in Tunisia. Ms. Naas holds an MBA in International Business Management and a MSc in Management Information Systems from University of Maryland, USA, and a Bachelor degree from IHEC Tunis, Tunisia.

Omar ElBoghdady

Co-founder and CEO

Vidria Tech

Omar Elboghdady is the Co-Founder & CEO of Viridia Tech. Beforehand he spent 4 years as a manager at EBG, overseeing 5,000 acres of crops, primarily potatoes. Giving him exposure to the challenges of conventional agriculture at scale, in addition to a lot of new technologies such as green chemistry, tissue culture etc. This firsthand experience, combined with his data expertise, fuels Viridia's mission.

Yasser Ahmed Abbas

Executive Vice-President

GAFI

Mr. Yasser Ahmed Abbas currently serves as Executive Vice-President of GAFI for investment affairs and free zones, supervising all processes related to services implementation and investors satisfaction, coordinating between the various sectors of GAFI and regularly presenting to the Authority’s Board of Directors the requirements of the sectors development.

Previously, Mr. Yasser held many administrative governmental positions including General Coordinator of the Internal Trade Modernization Program at Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade, Manager of the Technical Office of the Assistant Chairman of GAFI and Head of the Sinai Unit, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Internal Trade Development Authority at Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade, and Head of one stop shop sector at GAFI.

Mr. Yasser obtained his Bachelor of Military Sciences from the Military College in Cairo and holds a diploma in Project Management, he also worked in cooperation with several international organizations such as the United Nations and the African Union.

Enrique Martín

Sales and Business Development Director for Large Enterprises and Public Administrations

Samsung Electronics Iberia

Enrique Martín is the Sales and Business Development Director for Large Enterprises and Public Administrations of Samsung Electronics Iberia.

He got his Telecommunications Engineering Degree from the University of Valladolid and his MBA from EOI. With over 20 years of experience in the sector, he specializes in digitization solutions to improve efficiency and security in organizations.

Rym Ayadi

Founder and President

Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association (EMEA)

Prof. Rym Ayadi is Founder and President of the Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association (EMEA), Co-Founder of the Brain Capital Alliance and Brain Economy Hub, and Director of EMANES. She is Professor at Bayes Business School, City St George’s, University of London, and Senior Advisor at CEPS. She chaired the EBA Banking Stakeholders Group from 2019 to 2024.

Marie-Claire Boillot

Senior Expert

Union for the Mediterranean Secretariat

Marie-Claire Boillot is Senior Expert at the Union for the Mediterranean Secretariat. She has over 18 years of experience in international cooperation, including more than a decade in the Mediterranean and Middle East, focusing on governance, resilience, and regional dialogue to strengthen peace, stability, and cooperation.

Candice Tran Dai

Chief Information Security Officer

Lefebvre Group

Candice Tran Dai is the Chief Information Security Officer of Lefebvre Group, the European leader in legal and tax knowledge. where she leads the Group’s cybersecurity strategy and operations. She is also a Senior Policy Analyst at the Global Foundation for Cyber Studies and Research; a nonprofit and non-partisan think tank. She has been working in risk management and information security for 20 years both for the private and the public sectors.

Mohamed Bachiri

General Manager

Renault Group Morocco

Mohamed BACHIRI is a key figure in Morocco’s automotive industry and business community. Since 2021, he has served as Managing Director of Renault Group Morocco and becoming the first Moroccan to hold this position.

He played a pivotal role in the launch of the Renault plant in Tangier, becoming the first Moroccan to work on the project. In recognition of this contribution, he was decorated in 2012 by His Majesty King Mohammed VI with the Order of National Merit – Officer rank.

In parallel, he has been actively involved in various boards and industrial commissions since 2012. Active in CGEM and industry boards, he has chaired the Commission for Industrial Development and the Morocco Industry Group within the CGEM.

Hind Saidi

Director of Economic Development and Investment

Regional Investment Center of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra

Mrs. Hind Saidi is currently serving as the Director of Economic Development and Investment at the Regional Investment Center of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, where she leads strategic initiatives to attract and facilitate investment in the region.

Prior to this role, Mrs. Saidi dedicated 14 years to the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency (AMDIE), where she played a pivotal role in strengthening the country’s industrial positioning. During her tenure, she served as Head of the Textile & Leather Department, spearheading investment promotion and export development programs for one of Morocco’s most dynamic sectors. She also held key positions as Analyst, Business Development Associate, and Export Manager for North & South America, contributing significantly to the expansion of Moroccan investments and exports not only in textiles and leather but also in the aerospace sector.

Her professional background also includes valuable international retail experience as a Sales Associate at Louis Vuitton, which enriched her expertise in global market dynamics and luxury brand management.

Mrs. Saidi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and multiple Master of Science degrees in International Management from prestigious institutions across Europe, including ICN Business School (France), Uppsala University (Sweden), and Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (Italy).

Nurzat Myrsalieva

Leader of the “Net Zero Partnership for Industrial Decarbonization” programme

United Nations Industrial Development Organization

Ms. Nurzat Myrsalieva works at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) leading the work under the “Net Zero Partnership for Industrial Decarbonization”, a global programme aimed to support emerging markets and developing economies with decarbonization of heavy emitting industries such as steel and cement. The countries supported include Argentina, Egypt, Indonesia, Kenya, and Morocco. Prior to joining UNIDO Ms. Myrsalieva worked in the Arab region supporting governments in improving the enabling environment for sustainable energy investments.

Walid Mansour

Co-founder & Co-CEO

MEVP

Walid Mansour is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of MEVP with deep roots in the MENA VC and tech ecosystem since the mid-2000s. He has led the setup, scale, and exit of multiple VC funds and tech ventures, serving as board member and advisor regionally and globally. His prior experience spans public policy, strategy consulting, and engineering. He holds an INSA Lyon Master’s and a Wharton MBA.

Agenda

The agenda of the Euro-Mediterranean Economic & Business Forum 2025 presents the thematic tracks and key sessions that will guide the debate over the two days. A journey through the major challenges and opportunities shaping the economic and business future of the Mediterranean. Below, you can explore the details of each day.

DAY 1

DAY 2

November 18th

15:30 – 16:00

Accreditations for rest of participants

16:00 – 16:05

Welcome and opening remarks

Chamber of Commerce of Barcelona
IEMed

16:05 – 16:30

Institutional speeches

16:30 – 17:00

Key-note address

"Celebrating 30 Years of the Barcelona Process: Advancing Industrial Policies for Sustainable Economic Development in the Mediterranean"

17:00 – 17:10

Video showcasing a positive outlook on the Mediterranean

17:00 – 19:00

High-level political dialogue on advancing industrial and economic development policies in the Mediterranean

19:00 – 20:00

Cocktail

20:00

Dinner with presentation on the progress report of regional integration in the Mediterranean

DAY 1

DAY 2

November 19th

08:45 – 09:00

Navigating the Forum

Introduction session to the day’s programme

09:00 – 09:15

Thematic sessions opening speeches

Four key-note speakers will introduce each theme on the day’s program: Energy & infrastructure / Key economic sectors / Technology & innovation / Investment promotion and support

09:15 – 10:30

Thematic sessions 1

Solar and Wind Energy Investments: Scaling Investments for a Net-Zero Future

This session explores how to accelerate large-scale solar and wind investments as part of industrial decarbonization strategies. It will focus on enabling regulatory frameworks, industrial participation in renewable energy value chains (e.g., component manufacturing), and cross-border cooperation for regional energy integration. The role of industrial zones in hosting clean energy infrastructure will also be discussed.

Speakers:
- Antonio Suárez Ramón, TSK Group (Spain)
- José Luís García Donoso, Global Energy Services (Spain)
- Houda Ben Jannet Allal, (OMEC)
- Lionel Rapaille, European Investment Bank (EIB)
First Reactions Guests:
- Stella Tsani, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Greece)
- Marie-Claire Boillot, Union for the Mediterranean (UfM)

Driving Competitiveness: Opportunities for the Mediterranean Automotive Industry

The Mediterranean automotive industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by global shifts toward electrification, digitalization, sustainability, and supply chain diversification. This session explores how the region can enhance its competitiveness across the full spectrum of the automotive sector—from traditional vehicle manufacturing and parts suppliers to next-gen mobility innovations. Topics include industrial upgrading of automotive clusters, nearshoring opportunities, battery and component production, green mobility investments, and integration into evolving global value chains.

Startup Incubators, Accelerators & Innovation Ecosystems: Building the Next Unicorns

How to foster dynamic innovation ecosystems supporting industrial startups. This session explores best practices in startup support, public-private innovation platforms, and tech transfer strategies to commercialize industrial R&D.

Unlocking Growth: Special Economic Zones as Catalysts for Industrialization & Trade

This session explores how SEZs and industrial parks can serve as engines for regional industrial development, export promotion, and integration into global value chains. Topics include infrastructure planning, regulatory frameworks, and governance models.

10:30 – 11:45

Thematic sessions 2

Maritime Gateways to Competitiveness: Strategic Ports and Trade Corridors in the Mediterranean

This session highlights the strategic role of Mediterranean ports in supporting regional industrial competitiveness. Topics include the modernization of port logistics, industrial port zones, ports as green energy hubs, green shipping corridors, and digital port solutions. Emphasis will be placed on linking industrial clusters with maritime trade routes.

Speakers:
- Antonio Suárez Ramón, TSK Group (Spain)
- José Luís García Donoso, Global Energy Services (Spain)
- Houda Ben Jannet Allal, (OMEC)
- Lionel Rapaille, European Investment Bank (EIB)
First Reactions Guests:
- Stella Tsani, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Greece)
- Marie-Claire Boillot, Union for the Mediterranean (UfM)

Fashion & Textiles: Innovating Mediterranean Industries for Global Competitiveness

The Mediterranean fashion and textile industry blends rich heritage with growing innovation potential. This session explores how Mediterranean countries can boost competitiveness in global markets by upgrading textile value chains, fostering sustainable fashion, and supporting SMEs and designers through digital tools, green innovation, and creative branding. It highlights opportunities for industrial cooperation, cross-border design ecosystems, and integration into national industrial strategies.

Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience: Protecting the Region’s Critical Industries

A critical look at how to secure digital infrastructure in energy, manufacturing, and logistics. Topics include industrial control systems (ICS) security, public-private cyber resilience strategies, and digital risk mitigation for industrial sectors.

Investment Policies & Tax Incentives: Attracting FDI in the Mediterranean

Discussion on optimizing FDI strategies in industrial sectors through targeted incentives, regulatory reforms, and investment facilitation services. Highlighting success stories and challenges across the region.

11:45 – 12:15

Coffee break

12:15 – 13:30

Thematic sessions 3

Green Transition in the Mediterranean: Accelerating Industrial Decarbonization

Industrial decarbonization is essential for meeting climate goals while maintaining economic competitiveness. As the EU advances instruments like the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), aligning industrial strategies with low-carbon pathways becomes increasingly vital—especially for Mediterranean economies closely linked to European markets. This session explores how public and private actors in the Mediterranean can drive low-carbon transitions in key industrial sectors through clean technology deployment, policy alignment, and regional cooperation. The discussion will highlight cross-border green industrial zones, financing mechanisms, and the role of rail electrification and energy-efficient transport in reducing emissions.

Speakers:
- Antonio Suárez Ramón, TSK Group (Spain)
- José Luís García Donoso, Global Energy Services (Spain)
- Houda Ben Jannet Allal, (OMEC)
- Lionel Rapaille, European Investment Bank (EIB)
First Reactions Guests:
- Stella Tsani, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Greece)
- Marie-Claire Boillot, Union for the Mediterranean (UfM)

Sustainable Agriculture & Agri-Tech: Feeding the Future

Focusing on agribusiness innovation as an industrial engine. Topics include food processing, agri-tech startups, and integration of sustainable agriculture into industrial value chains. Emphasis on technology transfer and scaling agri-food SMEs.

Smart Factories & Industrial Automation: AI, IoT & Robotics in Manufacturing

This session showcases how advanced technologies are transforming manufacturing in the Mediterranean. Topics include digital twins, supply chain automation, predictive maintenance, and industrial AI solutions.

Venture Capital & Industrial Project Financing: New Avenues for Growth

How to leverage diverse financial instruments to support industrial transformation. This session covers blended finance, industrial VC, impact investment, and sovereign fund engagement.

13:30 – 14:30

Plenary final session

Shaping the Mediterranean Future: A Roadmap for Regional Prosperity

14.30

Closing lunch

Chamber of Commerce of Barcelona
IEMed

FIELDS

Take part in strategic debates through parallel sessions arranged by key business fields. Personalise your experience and get in touch with experts from all over the region in a dynamic and participatory format.

Energy and infrastructure

Investment opportunities and challenges in renewable energies, logistics networks and decarbonisation, supporting strategic infrastructure for the Mediterranean.

Key economic sectors

Trends, innovation and competitiveness in the key sectors: the automative industry, fashion, textiles, and sustainable agriculture.

Technology and innovation

Digital transformation, 4.0 industry and entrepreneurial ecosystems to turn the region into a benchmark for innovation and technological resilience.

Promoting and supporting investment

Strategies and instruments to attract investment, from Special Economic Zones to tax and funding incentives for new projects.

Llotja de Mar: a unique venue for the meeting

Llotja de Mar is one of the most emblematic buildings in Barcelona. Located at the very centre of the city and a few metres from the sea, this architectonic jewel is synonymous with history, elegance and innovation.

For centuries, it has been a meeting point for merchants, businesspeople and leaders from all over the world, providing an idyllic and inspiring setting to foster dialogue, cooperation and great ideas.