The collaboration between Ibercaja and the Chambers of Commerce of Barcelona and Zaragoza is strengthened with a new impetus for the business fabric. In a meeting held on April 9, 2026, at Ibercaja’s Espacio Xplora, business leaders discussed strategies to face current and future economic challenges.
Strategic Union for Regional Development
During the meeting, Víctor Iglesias, CEO of Ibercaja, along with Josep Santacreu, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Barcelona, and Jorge Villarroya, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Zaragoza, analyzed the economic situation both nationally and internationally. The discussion focused on the forecasts for business development in Zaragoza, Aragón, Barcelona, and Catalonia, as well as the main projects that could benefit both autonomous communities.
Iglesias emphasized Ibercaja’s commitment to strengthening the business fabric in the regions where it operates, stating that collaboration is essential to achieve more ambitious goals. For his part, Santacreu highlighted the importance of having Ibercaja as an institutional partner, which enables the improvement of the competitiveness of the Catalan business fabric through alliances and joint projects.
Proposals for Effective Collaboration
Jorge Villarroya proposed a joint study between the chambers of commerce of Aragón and Catalonia and Ibercaja, aimed at identifying business collaboration opportunities between both regions. This initiative seeks to foster a cooperative environment that enhances economic growth and innovation in the involved territories.
Additionally, possible areas of common interest that could benefit companies from both communities were discussed, adapting to the new challenges and opportunities of the changing economic environment.
Renewal of the Agreement between Barcelona and Ibercaja
Within the framework of this meeting, Ibercaja and the Chamber of Commerce of Barcelona renewed their collaboration agreement, in effect since 2024. After two years of fruitful cooperation, both entities reaffirmed their commitment to continue exploring new areas of common interest. This renewal underscores the willingness of both parties to adapt to current and future economic challenges, thus ensuring sustainable and competitive development for their respective regions.
