Vice President Mar Vaquero leads a high-level delegation to the TIDe Summit in Cairo
Government Trade Mission
The Government of Aragon has led a trade mission to Egypt alongside regional companies and business organizations, reinforcing its commitment to
internationalization and strategic investment promotion.
The delegation was headed by the Vice President of the Government of Aragon, Mar Vaquero, who participated in the TIDe Summit in Cairo, positioning Aragon as a competitive and reliable destination for international investment.
“Aragon has everything you need to succeed in your business projects,” emphasized Vaquero during the roundtable discussion “Connecting Economies: Investment Opportunities in Egypt and Spain.”
She shared the stage with high-level participants, including:
– Hassan El Khatib, Minister of Investment of Egypt
– Mohamed Zaki El Sewedy, President of the Federation of Egyptian Industries
– Álvaro Iranzo, Spanish Ambassador to Egypt
– Maged El Menshawy, President of the Egyptian
-Spanish Business Council Emad El Sewedy, Chairman and CEO of El Sewedy Electrometer Group
Aragon’s Strategic Advantages for Investors
During her address, Vaquero highlighted several key assets of the Aragonese territory:
– Large-scale land availability and flexible infrastructure adaptable to various types of projects
– Over 35 years of social stability, enabling a secure and predictable business environment
– A business-friendly administration committed to facilitating investment and reducing bureaucratic hurdles
She emphasized efficiency as a core governmental principle, supported by tools such as:
– The Investment Acceleration Unit
– Strategic interest declarations and custom investment plans
– An administration focused on driving investment, employment, and sustainable growth
Vaquero also underlined the importance of local talent, highlighting Aragon’s strong educational ecosystem that ensures a skilled workforce aligned with industry needs.
A Region in Transformation and Expansion
“Aragon has positioned itself as one of the most prosperous, dynamic, and attractive regions in Europe,” stated the Vice President.
She cited more than €47 billion in announced investments over the past 18 months, involving global leaders such as:
– Amazon Web Services
– Microsoft
– Stellantis
Additionally, major Aragonese firms are scaling up operations to diversify and explore future-oriented business areas.
The region is also emerging as a leading tech hub in Europe, driven by:
– The growth of the digital sector
– Initiatives like The Wave Tech Conference
– The upcoming Alierta Aragonese Technology District, envisioned as the epicenter of regional innovation
Sectoral Strengths and Future Focus
Aragon’s industrial strength was also underscored, particularly in:
– The automotive industry, set to remain a pillar of the economy
– Its logistics capacity, with privileged access to global distribution routes
– A robust agri-food sector, modernized to generate local value and global prestige
Looking ahead, the Vice President highlighted strategic sectors like aerospace and defense, which are expected to contribute to the region’s ongoing economic diversification. Preliminary discussions on cooperation in these fields are already underway.
Aragonese Innovation on the International Stage
Aragon’s role in the global innovation ecosystem was further reinforced by its presence in the roundtable “Innovation in Action: Digital Transformation and Smart City Development.”
Andrés Llombart, CEO of CIRCE, represented Aragon, sharing insights alongside:
– Khaled Abbas, Chairman and CEO of the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD)
– Emad El Sewedy, Chairman and CEO of El Sewedy Electrometer Group
– Ahmed El Zaher, CEO of ITIDA and Deputy Minister for Ecosystem Development
