The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, participated on October 8th in an event where she met with over 100 senior executives from our members companies.

During the event, key topics were discussed, such as U.S. investment in Spain, Madrid's positioning as an investment hub, the digitalization of public administration, and talent management in the region.

Regarding investment in the region, Ayuso emphasized the importance of attracting foreign capital, particularly from the United States. She highlighted that "the Spanish economy would not be understood without American investment" and added that "Madrid is open to foreign investment, and we are creating the conditions for companies to find here a favorable environment for growth and innovation."

She also pointed out that Madrid has consolidated itself as one of the main talent and investment hubs in Europe, managing two out of every three euros of foreign investment in Spain, and positioning itself as the fifth-largest regional economy in the European Union, with consistent GDP growth above 2.5%.

On his part, Jaime Malet, President of AmChamSpain, highlighted the opportunities Spain offers to American companies, emphasizing the country's position as a safe destination for investments, far from international conflicts, and its ability to lead in strategic sectors such as renewable energy and green hydrogen.

During the event, the importance of digital transformation in public administration was also discussed, focusing on the digital capabilities of new generations and the use of technology in areas such as cybersecurity. Ayuso emphasized the implementation of new digital platforms to optimize public services and the opening of a specialized office in the use of artificial intelligence, in collaboration with major tech companies. She noted that nearly 25% of the top tech companies already have investments in Madrid.

Finally, talent management was another key topic. Ayuso underscored Madrid's appeal as a destination for highly skilled professionals, emphasizing that the capital has become a magnet for international talent. "Madrid is a city open to global talent, with programs designed to attract the best professionals, but we must work to facilitate their integration," she added.

The event concluded with a call for cooperation between the public and private sectors, with the aim of further strengthening Madrid as a leader in investment, digitalization, and talent management, consolidating its position as one of Europe's leading economic capitals.