Canary Islands and Castilla-La Mancha Sign Technology Sharing Agreement for Statistical Data Infrastructure
Cooperation Agreement Between Canary Islands and Castilla-La Mancha
Overview
On November 5, 2025, the Canary Islands and Castilla-La Mancha formalized a cooperation agreement to share technology that supports the dissemination of statistical data.
The Canary Islands' Instituto Canario de Estadística (ISTAC) will provide Castilla-La Mancha's Office of Data with free access to its proprietary data infrastructure platform, called eDatos. This technology enables efficient data management and metadata sharing, aiming to enhance regional statistical systems.
Goals and Benefits
- Modernize public data access
- Promote interoperability
- Reduce duplication of efforts
This collaboration aligns with both regions' efforts to modernize public data access, promoting interoperability and reducing duplication of efforts.
Agreement Details
- Provisions for technical cooperation, version sharing, and future modifications.
- All without financial exchange.
A joint follow-up committee will oversee the project, ensuring smooth implementation and addressing technical challenges.
Significance
The pact underlines the importance of shared digital infrastructure in regional governance, improving data transparency and decision-making.
Legal and Administrative Framework
- Both regions will adhere to the appropriate legal frameworks.
- They must notify their respective parliaments and the Spanish authorities about this agreement.
Broader Context
This initiative highlights ongoing regional efforts to harness technology for smarter, more connected public administration and opens new opportunities for data-driven policymaking in Spain's autonomous communities.