Itziar Gonzalo de Zuazo, the Councillor for Taxation, Finance and Budgets at the Provincial Council of Álava, speaks to us about Álava as a region with its own model of coexistence and progress, built on a spirit of community, responsibility and a vision for the future. She defines Álava’s regional tax system as a distinctive feature designed by and for the province, with the fundamental aim of adapting to its unique characteristics and serving the people, the business community and future generations. As a tool for social and economic transformation, she outlines a dedicated tax framework that acts as a genuine driving force to boost established sectors and promote emerging areas.

It also highlights a tax system that acts as a genuine driver of competitiveness, strategically combining rigour and flexibility. This system is underpinned by the principle of progressivity to safeguard social cohesion and territorial balance, whilst stimulating innovation and productive investment. In conclusion, it presents Álava as a sound, modern and secure tax environment that generates the confidence and stability needed to establish the region as an ideal place both for attracting capital and for starting a business and working.