A Lanzarote political and trade delegation led by President of the Cabildo (Local Government) de Lanzarote, conducted an official visit to Ireland last week aimed at strengthening business ties between the regions
President Oswaldo Betancort speaking at The Mansion House reception 20 Feb 2025
Supported by the Lanzarote Ireland Network, the delegation included leaders from the Lanzarote Chamber of Commerce, the island’s tourism agency (Turismo Lanzarote), and the inward investment agency of the Canary Islands (PROEXCA).
The delegation conducted a series of high-level engagements and meetings focused on fostering stronger economic, business and cultural ties between Ireland and Lanzarote. More than 300,000 Irish tourists visit Lanzarote each year – the second most important tourist market for the island – creating a deep-rooted connection between the regions.
The first leg of the visit included an official visit to Dáil Éireann for a series of political consultations. The delegation will then held trade meetings at Enterprise Ireland and the Spanish Embassy on strengthening the business relationship between the Atlantic islands.
In recent years, Lanzarote has evolved to become a remote working hub for digital nomads and entrepreneurs seeking a balanced lifestyle. With a favourable corporate tax rate of 4%, excellent connectivity and infrastructure, the island is a highly attractive location for Irish entrepreneurs looking to invest and scale.
A reception at the Mansion House was hosted to celebrate the cultural links between the Atlantic islands. As part of the visit, Dublin City Council and the Lanzarote Cabildo are set to explore stronger formal ties between the capital city and island.
The final day of the visit included an address on the Irish diaspora at the Irish Management Institute by Kingsley Aikins, CEO of the Network Institute.
Catherine Noone, Chairperson of Lanzarote Ireland Network, said: “The Lanzarote Ireland Network is delighted to welcome the Lanzarote political and trade delegation to Dublin. The visit will open up a forum for high level dialogue between business, cultural and political leaders across the two regions and deepen our strong shared connections.
As one of the largest foreign communities on the island, the Irish community in Lanzarote already plays an essential role in the island’s social, cultural, and economic life. Looking ahead, we hope that this visit will encourage more Irish business leaders and entrepreneurs to consider the island as a key international hub to work and do business.”
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