President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, met with Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-Benz and president of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), to discuss the EU’s green transition, technological sovereignty, and trade agreements. The meeting, held at Moncloa Palace, also involved Minister Jordi Hereu. Key topics included the European Commission’s new automotive regulations, promotion of electric and sustainable mobility, and Spain’s progress toward technological sovereignty. Both parties emphasized the importance of the Mercosur and India trade agreements. Sánchez highlighted the Spain Auto 2030 Plan, which includes 400 million euros for electric vehicle subsidies, 300 million euros for charging infrastructure, and 580 million euros for the PERTE VEC program. The discussion also addressed fleet renewal incentives and support for the automotive sector through the Recovery Plan.
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