3State incentives for specific industries

The Central Government provides financial aid and tax benefits for activities pursued in certain industries which are considered to be priority industries (e.g., mining, technological development, research and development, etc.) in view of their potential for growth and their impact on the nation’s overall economy. Additionally, Autonomous Community governments provide similar incentives for most of these industries.

Financial aid includes nonrefundable and partially refundable subsidies, as well as interest relief on loans obtained by beneficiaries, or any combination thereof.

The main official programs supporting the industrial development projects to support innovation currently in force are:

• Research, development and technological innovation.
• Tourist industry.
• Audiovisual industry.
• Other specific industries.