The volcanic eruption, which began on September 19, 2021, in the Cabeza de Vaca area of El Paso, lasted for 85 days, transforming the Valle de Aridane.
Ángel Víctor Torres stated that the Spanish Government continues to focus its efforts on achieving a "complete" recovery for the island, highlighting the resilience of its inhabitants and remembering those who lost their homes. He emphasized the institutional cooperation during the emergency, a model he believes should be repeated in future crises. The central government will continue to be "alongside the people of La Palma."
Recently, the Council of Ministers approved measures such as a 60% reduction in personal income tax for La Palma residents during 2026 and the possibility for the Canary Islands to allocate 100 million euros from its 2025 surplus to the island's primary sector.
For his part, Fernando Clavijo affirmed that the Canary Islands Government "has always stood by" the institutions and people of La Palma and will continue to do so until "total" recovery is a reality. He recalled that the eruption highlighted the volcanic nature of the archipelago and the importance of being prepared for future situations, learning from the population's response "with serenity and generosity."
Both governments agree that the recovery of La Palma is an ongoing task and reiterate their commitment to those affected.
