On May 11, a conference was held in Madrid focusing on the evolution of bilateral relations between China and Spain, during which academic collaboration was highlighted as a driver of innovation and joint development.
As part of the event Pragmatic Cooperation Between China and Spain, organized in Madrid by El Periódico de España and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, the event examined the evolution of bilateral relations and the main challenges facing both countries in the current international context.
During the session, the strength of the relationship between Spain and China—based on mutual respect and cooperation in areas such as the economy, culture, education, science, and technology—was highlighted, as was the importance of strengthening dialogue and multilateralism in a complex global environment.
The Polytechnic University of Valencia highlighted initiatives such as its campus in Hangzhou, which facilitates joint training for Spanish and Chinese students and strengthens the university’s internationalization. This type of collaboration fosters talent development, knowledge exchange, and joint research, helping to address the technological and educational challenges of the future.