Andorra and Spain Sign Digital Transformation Cooperation Protocol

Andorra and Spain have formalized a protocol of understanding to enhance cooperation on digital transformation, with the aim of advancing toward more innovative, secure, and efficient societies.

The agreement, signed between Andorra's Ministry of Public Function and Digital Transformation and Spain's Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function, follows a January meeting in Madrid between Andorran Minister Marc Rossell and Spanish counterpart Óscar López. That gathering established priorities such as mutual recognition of digital wallets and broader technological coordination.

Officials hailed the protocol as a strategic move that builds on strong bilateral ties and delivers a key boost to Andorra's reforms. They highlighted Spain's leadership in digital policies, cybersecurity, and advanced public services as vital for speeding up the Principat's changes. The deal adds to recent pacts in digitalization and supports economic and social progress through technology.

The protocol sets out clear priorities for collaboration, including: - Expanding digital administration and e-government. - Exchanging expertise on digital identity, wallets, and electronic certificates. - Strengthening cybersecurity and data protection. - Promoting data interoperability and artificial intelligence, with access to Spain's ALIA infrastructure. - Developing digital skills, particularly for child protection. - Advancing integrated, user-focused digital health services. - Assisting SMEs with digitalization. - Driving technological innovation.

It also provides for annual work plans, participation by public and private entities, and sharing of knowledge and best practices across the two territories.