Opening of the III Proximity Week in Málaga
In Málaga, the Minister of Employment, Business and Self-Employment, Rocío Blanco, has inaugurated the III Proximity Week. In her speech, she emphasized the relevance of local commerce as an economic and social engine of Andalusia.
Importance of local commerce
Blanco explained that the commercial sector comprises over 160,000 establishments in Andalusia, generating employment for approximately 540,000 people. This figure highlights the capacity of local commerce to provide opportunities and enrich the economy of cities.
Furthermore, the minister emphasized how proximity commerce revitalizes urban centres, fosters connections among neighbours, and helps maintain a dynamic life in neighbourhoods. For Blanco, the future of local commerce lies in innovation and digitalization, as well as adapting to new commercial formats.
Finally, she pointed out that support from public administrations is essential to face these challenges and strengthen proximity commerce in Andalusia.




