Carlos Mazón, leader of the Partido Popular de la Comunidad Valenciana (PPCV) and secretary of UGT-PV, and Ismael Saezthey affirmed their commitment to a continuous, constructive dialogue forum aimed at addressing the most pressing challenges facing the Valencian Community. This pledge signals a shared belief that sustained conversations among political and social actors can translate into concrete solutions for residents across Valencia.
In their initial working session, the two figures examined a range of topics beyond dialogue, including regional finance, investment needs, and the fiscal mechanisms required to sustain growth in the Valencian region. The gathering drew higher-level participation from PPCV secretary-general María José Catalá and a number of UGT-PV executive committee members, underscoring the seriousness with which the parties are engaging this collaborative effort.
Mazón underscored the centrality of social dialogue and the pursuit of common ground as essential tools for solving the concerns of citizens in the Community of Valencia. He stressed that unity on pivotal issues—such as regional financing and the necessary investments to support growth—must prevail even when differences exist on certain topics. Among the priorities he highlighted were the expansion of critical infrastructure corridors through the Mediterranean and enhancements to the Port of Valencia, viewing these as catalysts for regional economic development.
Looking ahead, Mazón pointed to a forthcoming financing model that the Sánchez government has proposed. He noted that Valencia has contributed to a broader plan by articulating its needs and gathering input from a wide range of stakeholders representing the Valencian Community. This process, he explained, reflects a collective understanding of the region’s debt dynamics and the importance of credible recognition of historical context in shaping fiscal policy.
The PPCV chief also stated that the dialogue would include focused, strategy-driven sessions designed to address key issues through regular, targeted meetings. He emphasized the value of ongoing, thematic discussions built around real-world proposals rather than rhetorical debate, aiming to translate conversations into actionable policy steps.
Mazón added that the initiative includes a proposal to join a broad Industry Table where all economic sectors can contribute ideas. The objective is to weave those contributions into a comprehensive plan that will inform the next government program, ensuring that economic and social perspectives are reflected in policy directions.
In addition, the president of the Valencian Popular Party reiterated an agenda item on public administration reform. He indicated that a plan to streamline administrative procedures and reduce barriers to business and civic life would be presented in the near future, underscoring a commitment to practical reforms that can expedite public service delivery and support regional competitiveness.
Overall, the dialogue seeks to balance political priorities with the real-world needs of the Valencian communities. By fostering collaboration across party lines and social organizations, the participants aim to craft policies that can sustain growth, improve financing arrangements, and modernize infrastructure networks that are vital to Valencia’s long-term prosperity. The process is framed not as a one-off negotiation but as an ongoing, iterative effort to align regional aspirations with national policy in a way that benefits residents across the Valencian Community.