Economic Activity Highlights and Future Plans from Ineca in Alicante
The Economic Research Institute of the State of Alicante, Ineca, hosted a celebratory cocktail this week to look ahead to the Christmas season. The gathering confirmed that both the State and the Generalitat remain highly prepared to support regional growth. Notable attendees included Joaquín Pérez, president of the CEV employers’ association in Alicante; Pedro Fernández, head of the Advanced Tertiary Association; and Nuria Montes, general secretary of Hosbec, among others. The event provided a platform for discussing ongoing initiatives and the broader economic agenda for the province.
During the reception, Ineca president Nacho Amirola delivered remarks reflecting on the organization’s extensive efforts throughout 2022. He underscored Ineca’s instrumental role in advocating for increased investment at the national level and in ensuring alignment with State and Generalitat budgets. Looking ahead to the coming year, Amirola stated that Ineca will continue to advocate for transparency and accountability by presenting detailed information on budget execution from both administrations. He emphasized that transparent reporting enables a clear analysis of which projects have materialized and which promises remain on the horizon.
In addition to the annual review, Amirola announced the forthcoming release of a dedicated data resource for the Alicante province. This Ineca Data Board will operate as a regional counterpart to the National Institute of Statistics (INE) data framework, providing localized insights to support policymakers, businesses, and researchers. Parallel to this initiative, Ineca intends to publish an SDG guide tailored for local companies, along with another document focused on talent retention and attraction. These resources aim to help regional firms align with sustainable development goals while building a robust talent pipeline for the future.
Overall, the event marked a moment of strategic clarity for Ineca as it positions itself to deliver actionable information and practical tools. By enhancing data transparency and offering targeted guidance on governance and workforce development, the institute seeks to empower Alicante’s economy and support informed decision-making across the public and private sectors. The gathering underscored a shared commitment among regional leaders to invest in sustainable growth, improve monitoring of program outcomes, and cultivate an attractive environment for local and international investment. (Attribution: Ineca announcements and remarks, with reference to the event by the provincial business community.)