Mr. Yiannis Koufidis, President of the Halkidiki Chamber of Commerce: “Collaboration fosters innovation and strengthens Mediterranean competitiveness globally”

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Halkidiki, located in Northern Greece, in the region of Central Macedonia, is renowned for its unique combination of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and dynamic economic potential. Beyond its world-class tourism, the area offers strong opportunities in agri-food production, gastronomy, real estate investment, and international trade. At the heart of this growth stands the Halkidiki Chamber of Commerce, representing more

Mr. Yusuf Hacisüleyman, President of Antalya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ATSO): “Mediterranean Chambers play a vital role in fostering cooperation, innovation, and sustainable development”

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The Antalya Chamber of Commerce and Industry, also known as ATSO, is one of Turkey’s largest and oldest business organizations. Founded in 1882, it represents around 70,000 members across key sectors, including tourism, agriculture, construction, manufacturing, yacht building, transportation, and education. The Chamber plays a pivotal role in driving Antalya’s economy, supporting entrepreneurs, and fostering international cooperation. In this interview

EU – Algeria: Towards a new Euro–Mediterranean partnership

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In a shifting geopolitical and economic landscape, the Mediterranean region is once again at the crossroads of continents, cultures, and markets. The region faces three interlinked challenges – competitiveness, migration, and climate vulnerability – that call for a renewed partnership between Europe and its Southern neighbors. Against this backdrop, Algeria emerges as a key partner for a new era of

Mr. Moncef BEN JEMAA, President of the CCI of Tunis: “Strengthening Tunisia’s competitiveness means opening doors to the world through innovation, investment, and exports”

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In an economic landscape shaped by both challenges and opportunities, the Tunis Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIT), a member of the ASCAME network, plays a strategic role in supporting the growth and competitiveness of Tunisian businesses. Under the leadership of Mr. Moncef BEN JEMAA, the CCIT is firmly committed to strengthening the competitiveness of local enterprises by facilitating their

Barcelona hosts the Euro-Mediterranean Economic & Business Forum

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As part of the 30th anniversary celebrations of the Barcelona Process —an initiative launched in 1995 to strengthen cooperation between Europe and the Mediterranean—Barcelona will host the Euro-Mediterranean Economic & Business Forum on November 18 and 19. The event will take place in the iconic Llotja de Mar building and is co-organised by the Chamber of Commerce of Barcelona and

Mr. Hassan SAKHI, President of the CCIS of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra Region: “Investing in Morocco today means betting on stability, innovation and openness towards Africa”

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In a context where Morocco is increasingly asserting its strategic role as an economic bridge between Europe and Africa, territorial development becomes a crucial lever to stimulate investment, innovation, and international cooperation. It is in this perspective that we interviewed Mr. Hassan Sakhi, President of the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra Region (CCIS-RSK). Through this interview,

Europe’s Economic Dilemma: Trapped Between China’s Industry and America’s Tech

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The European economy, according to economic analysts and experts, is trapped between the world’s two largest economies and is unable to finance its own industries that are critical for the future. Europe is being overwhelmed by Chinese industry and American technology and is accelerating its economic decline by exporting its savings. The core of the problem lies in the huge

Mr. Konstantinos Leventis, President of the Ilia Chamber of Commerce: “Chambers must connect SMEs with global markets, businesses with research, and entrepreneurs with policymakers”

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The Ilia Chamber of Commerce, situated in the Western region of Greece, is a vital institution for promoting and supporting local entrepreneurship, economic development, and regional connectivity. This institution plays a vital role in representing the interests of Ilia businesses, including those in the most promising sectors, such as agribusiness, commerce, tourism, and manufacturing. Over the years, the Chamber has become

European Support for SMEs: Funding Solutions for Real-World Problems

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There are strong objections from at least 13 EU member states to the new seven-year budget proposed by the Commission for the period 2028-2034, which reaches 2 trillion euros. In the College of Commissioners, the objections focus on the difficulties in terms of the EU’s ability to respond to current and future challenges. Also in the competent budget committee of

Ms. Mercedes Acitores, Senior Project Manager at INTERACT: “The private sector plays a vital role in advancing sustainable tourism and territorial cohesion”

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The Interreg MED programmes have established a robust capitalisation strategy designed to enhance coherence and impact across projects and stakeholders throughout the Mediterranean region. The key practices and methodologies focus on: Transfer and integration into policies, promoting the adoption of successful project outcomes into regional and national policies. Enhancing collaboration among Mediterranean stakeholders to improve governance and sustainability. Facilitating inter-program