Overview
- At Banco Santander’s Madrid headquarters, the King told the IX Premio Nacional Pyme del Año that SMEs are the backbone of Spain’s productive fabric.
- He urged public bodies to accompany small and medium firms, especially when they face difficulties, rather than limit themselves to praise.
- He called for a stable environment with clear rules and collaboration among administrations, financial institutions and business associations to help companies grow and internationalize.
- He situated SMEs in a period of deep transformation driven by AI‑powered digitalization, the green transition and global expansion shaped by geopolitical tensions, emphasizing both risks and opportunities.
- The ceremony honored Tebrio, MiiN Cosmetics, Oncomatryx, Coco Solution and Querqus Sustainable Packing as examples of innovation across diverse sectors.