Six months of war in the Persian Gulf: Economic uncertainty and Europe’s strategic imperative

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Six months of conflict in the Persian Gulf have transformed what initially appeared to be a regional military confrontation into a defining global economic challenge. The prolonged instability has fundamentally altered the dynamics of international trade, maritime transport, energy markets and investment decisions. Today, geopolitical risk is no longer an external variable; it has become a core economic indicator that

ASCAME at MedCat Days 2026: Advancing the ‘Pact for the Mediterranean’

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On 10 July, ASCAME President Dr. Josep Santacreu took part in the official opening of the second day of the MedCat Days 2026 in Barcelona, an edition fully centred on the opportunity that the Pact for the Mediterranean represents for building a Mediterranean that is stronger, more connected and better prepared for the challenges ahead. He was accompanied by Mr.

EU Budget 2028–2034: A New Era of Competitiveness and Strategic Investment

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The European Commission’s proposal for the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) marks one of the most ambitious financial plans in the history of the European Union. With a budget approaching €2 trillion, the new framework goes far beyond a traditional seven-year cycle. It represents Europe’s strategic response to a rapidly evolving global environment defined by geopolitical instability, technological competition, climate

Mr. Tayeb Chabab, President of the Algerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CACI): “Algeria aims to become a central connector between African and Mediterranean energy systems”

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We interviewed Mr. Tayeb Chabab, President of the Algerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CACI), who offered a comprehensive perspective on Algeria’s evolving economic landscape and its growing role in the Mediterranean region. He reflected on the country’s ongoing economic diversification, the challenges and opportunities for Algerian companies seeking access to European and Mediterranean markets, and the strategic importance of

Carme Poveda, Director of the Observatory on Women, Business and Economy at the Barcelona Chamber of Commerce: “A Mediterranean Observatory on Women would accelerate women’s leadership and reinforce regional competitiveness”

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Establishing an Observatory on Women, Business and Economy in the Mediterranean, modelled on that of the Barcelona Chamber of Commerce, could mark a turning point for equality in the region. The creation of a Mediterranean Observatory would provide comparable data, identify common gaps and enable the sharing of best practices amongst countries with diverse circumstances but similar challenges. Its impact

Mr. Nikolin Jaka, President of the Tirana Chamber of Commerce and Industry: “The Pact for the Mediterranean is a historic chance to build a new Euro Mediterranean economic space”

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Last April, ASCAME President Dr. Josep Sanacreu held an online meeting with Ms. Albana Laknori, Secretary General of the Tirana Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIT), to explore how ASCAME can support Albanian enterprises in aligning with EU legislation and expanding their regional presence. Shortly afterward, during a meeting in Barcelona with Prime Minister Edi Rama, Dr. Santacreu reiterated ASCAME’s

Mr. Vassilis Korkidis, President of the Piraeus CCI and VP of ASCAME: “The Mediterranean’s future depends on transforming talent into opportunity, not letting it leave”

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Mr. Vassilis Korkidis, President of the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice President of ASCAME, participated in the Euro-Mediterranean Conference – ANIMA 20th Anniversary International Symposium, held in Athens (Greece) on 22-24 April as part of ANIMA’s year-long 20th anniversary program. The summit, focused on shaping a shared economic roadmap for the region through 2036, included a dedicated

The Mediterranean, between talent drain and untapped skills

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The debate on human capital in the Mediterranean is often trapped in a simplistic dilemma. Is it a lack of skills or a failure of the systems? In reality, the picture is much more complex. These two phenomena coexist, but the deeper problem lies in the inability of economies and institutions to make effective use of the already available human

Mr. Saïd DOR, President of the CCIS Souss Massa: “Meditour allows us to connect, innovate, and project Souss Massa into the Mediterranean dynamic”

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As the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services of Souss Massa (CCIS Souss Massa) prepares to host Meditour Agadir 2026, to be held from 18 to 20 June in Agadir (Morocco), the region is moving into a new stage of enhanced visibility and strengthened strategic positioning within the Mediterranean landscape. In this interview, Mr. Saïd DOR, President of the CCIS

The Rising Strategic Role of Non Energy Exports from the Persian Gulf: Implications for the Mediterranean Region

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The Persian Gulf is undergoing a profound economic transformation that is reshaping global trade dynamics, and the Mediterranean region is directly affected. As highlighted by Mr. Vassilis Korkidis, President of the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry, “the non-energy exports of the Persian Gulf constitute another critical factor of instability for the global economy and have become a central pillar