Dear members,
I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the trust you have placed in me as the new President of the Canada Spain Chamber of Commerce (CCCE).
I want to take this opportunity to wholeheartedly thank my predecessor, Zulema Aragonés Monjas, for her inspiring leadership over the past four years at the head of the Chamber, as well as Michael Di Santo and the rest of the team for their tireless work supporting and collaborating with our members. During this time, we have managed to double our membership to 75 members, and we are aiming higher, with a clear goal of reaching 100 members in the coming years.
We are living in a complex geopolitical moment, marked by trade tensions, protectionism, and the redefinition of traditional alliances. Relationships with historically stable partners are now on less predictable ground. This creates a scenario in which both Spain and Canada must look more decisively towards new strategic balances, where each can rely on the other as a trusted, mature partner aligned in shared values.
In this context, the need to strengthen bilateral ties between Canada and Spain becomes not just an opportunity but a priority. Our shared commitment to democracy, an open economy, sustainability, and innovation places us in a privileged position to move forward together. Now is the time to diversify risks, consolidate alternative relationships, and strengthen those alliances that offer stability, long-term vision, and mutual benefit.
The impact of our work is amplified through close collaboration with key organizations such as the Embassy of Canada in Spain, the Quebec Bureau, and ICEX, who have been vital allies for many years.
At the Canada Spain Chamber of Commerce, we reaffirm our commitment: we are here to support those companies who wish to invest, export, build partnerships, or explore new opportunities on both sides of the Atlantic. Our role is to serve as a platform, a meeting point, and a catalyst for business relationships that create value for both our economies.
The challenge is significant, but we also hope the journey will be rewarding, full of opportunities and ideas for us to continue growing together. I want to thank all our members for your trust and let you know that you can count on me and the entire Chamber for anything you may need.
Warm regards,
Nico Mazzoli