The Spanish Representative congratulated Humza Yousaf on his appointment as Chief Minister last February, expressing his desire to continue the dialogue with the new Scottish administration.
During the meeting, the areas in which Scotland and Spain can work together within the framework of relations with the United Kingdom were reviewed. In particular, the common challenges in rural depopulation and the suitability of sharing experiences and strategies were cited. The possibility of cooperating in sustainable tourism, energy transition, culture and education was also highlighted. In a few days, the Cátedra Cervantes will be opened at the University of Edinburgh. Lastly, investment and trade opportunities were mentioned, especially in renewables.