Canary Islands Digital Cooperation Agreement

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially published a new cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing digital technology support for local councils across the region. This follows a legal requirement established in 2019 that mandates public sector entities in the autonomous community to publish agreements, amendments, and related acts within 20 days of signing.

Key Details

• The recent publication includes an adhesion agreement between:
  • The now-defunct Ministry of Economy, Knowledge, and Employment of the Canary Islands
  • The Official College of Telecommunications Engineers of the Canary Islands
  • The Federation of Canary Islands Municipalities
• The collaboration focuses on providing advice and support to municipal authorities in information and communication technologies (ICT).

Local Participation

• Local councils, like the municipality of Tías, are now formally joining this initiative.
• Tías’ mayor, José Juan Cruz Saavedra, signed the adhesion in January 2026, promising to follow all the agreement’s clauses.

Goals and Impact

• This effort aims to improve digital infrastructure and services across the islands, helping municipalities better serve their residents with modern ICT solutions.
• The move underscores the region’s push toward digital innovation and better government by leveraging regional expertise and resources.

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This initiative underlines the commitment to digital progress and regional collaboration to modernize local government services.