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Canary Islands Government Adds Santa Cruz de Tenerife Chamber to Tourism Cooperation Agreement

Published: November 3, 2025|tourism-and-mobility|Gobierno de Canarias

Canary Islands' Tourism and Employment Department Announcements

Participation in Regional Tourism Cooperation

The Canary Islands' Tourism and Employment Department officially announced the participation of the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Chamber of Commerce in a regional tourism cooperation deal.

Background and Purpose

This move extends a prior agreement signed in December 2024 with the Gran Canaria Chamber, aiming to:

  • Develop joint tourism initiatives across the islands.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s inclusion follows:

  • A formal request made by their chamber.
  • Approval during a July 2025 coordination meeting.

"The importance of collaborative efforts in boosting tourism—crucial for the islands' economy."

Scope and Benefits

The adhesion broadens the scope of the original agreement by:

  • Enabling Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s chamber to participate in joint projects.
  • Allowing sharing of resources with Gran Canaria.
  • Providing formal representation at coordination meetings.

Significance

As tourism remains vital for the Canary Islands’ economy, this collaborative approach could:

  • Attract more visitors.
  • Diversify offerings.
  • Foster regional growth.

It also exemplifies how local institutions work together to:

  • Enhance economic resilience.
  • Improve tourism competitiveness in this popular destination.