Alicante Forum Charts a Path for Growth in Spain’s Community
The Alicante Forum brought together voices from business, media, and public life to map the road ahead for the region. Javier Moll, head of Prensa Ibérica, spoke about a defining moment for the country and, in particular, for the Community. He argued that current choices will shape how the region attracts strategic investments and accelerates reindustrialization. For Moll, sustainability and digitalization must strengthen the local business fabric and unlock opportunities for a dynamic, restless population. The central message emphasized that progress relies on strong cooperation between public and private sectors, with transparent development pathways and concrete metrics to monitor progress [Cited: Alicante Forum participants].
During the same gathering, Carlos Mazón shared thoughts on modernization and social policy. He stressed the importance of updating administration and consolidating social policies to reduce inequalities. Moll added that the Community needs ongoing restructuring and a road map to boost energy autonomy, along with renewing and expanding essential transportation infrastructure. He highlighted the value of a high‑speed connection linking the three provinces and urged swift progress on completing the Mediterranean Corridor without delay [Cited: Alicante Forum insights].
Looking at Spain as a whole, Moll identified notable challenges facing the Community. He called for a fairer financing model so the lands do not lag in fund distribution and he stressed the need to guarantee adequate water resources. He also spoke of a more equitable allocation of the State Budget so that Alicante does not fall behind in investments despite its population size. Moll drew a distinction between GDP ranking and GDP per capita, noting that the Community’s productive weight and human capital position it to play a proactive role in national politics and the economy [Cited: Economic perspectives discussed].
On a broader level, Moll paid tribute to the leadership of the Consell’s president, Carlos Mazón. The forum and the INFORMA-CIÓN network planned to participate with the conference The Community We Deserve. Since the Community’s first Statute of Autonomy, each political cycle has begun with leadership at the helm. This event, supported by Prensa Ibérica and INFORMA-CIÓN, aimed to outline the government’s main lines of action as a preview of Mazón’s term [Cited: Forum agenda].
The head of the publishing group behind INFORMA-CIÓN stated that the Consell’s new president would guide the country with determination, intelligence, common sense, and a commitment to integration and harmony. Moll noted that Prensa Ibérica would fulfill its role with diligence, independence, and professionalism, serving as a reliable interlocutor in initiatives that promote citizens’ well‑being and development while continuing to perform its watchdog function. He stressed the organization’s duty to engage openly with the public and to support communities through accurate, timely information [Cited: Ethical media role].
During its parliamentary address, Moll recalled that Prensa Ibérica, with a 45‑year history, remains a leading communications group in the Community. Its presence spans three newspapers, including INFORMA-CIÓN, and the group operates multiple regional television channels. He noted that the digital editions of these newspapers attract millions of monthly users and that their print editions lead major audience and circulation metrics. Moll emphasized that a network of 26 newspapers, including El Periódico de España, provides a broad window into the aspirations and demands of the country as a whole, reflecting evolving conversations across regions and social sectors. The forum highlighted the role of regional press in shaping policy dialogue and public understanding [Cited: Media network impact].