21对话｜超越山海之隔：西班牙与中国的“盘中之约”

Core Insights - Spain is solidifying its position as a leading agricultural and food industry power in Europe, with food product exports expected to exceed €75 billion in 2024, marking a historical high and making it the fourth largest exporter in the EU [2][3] - The importance of the Chinese market is growing, with Spanish food exports to China surpassing €1.86 billion last year, accounting for 2.5% of Spain's total food exports [2][3] - The Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes plant-based foods, is being promoted in China as a blend of excellent cuisine and daily health, representing a significant cultural exchange [2][3] Agricultural and Food Products - Spain's exports of wine to China are projected to reach €3 billion in 2024, making it the sixth largest wine supplier to China, while beer exports rank fourth [3] - Key Spanish products such as Iberian ham, bluefin tuna, seafood, and dairy products are increasing their market penetration and share in China [3] - Recent bilateral agreements have expanded the range of Spanish agricultural products allowed into China, including almonds, cherries, wild-caught seafood, and poultry [3] Trade Relations - Spain has become China's largest supplier of pork (excluding offal), with imports reaching 295,000 tons last year, accounting for 27.6% of China's pork imports [3] - The agreements between Spain and China not only facilitate trade but also symbolize mutual trust and commitment to high standards in health and plant and animal quarantine [3][4] - There is an expectation for further qualitative leaps in the cooperation between Spain and China in the agricultural and food sectors in the coming years [4]