A regional ministry for tourism was discussed south of the town, reported during a visit to Peñas camping in Benidorm. The speaker outlined that such ministries exist across Spanish territories outside the autonomous capital and that the Valencia Community should keep backing this administrative backbone, a point raised repeatedly in public discourse. The decision by the II Botànic coalition to locate the Ministry of Innovation in Alicante marked progress, seen as a step that could be expanded in years to come.
Compromís is described as a key force within Botànic. More Alicante residents have contributed to the Consell over the past eight years, underscoring a belief that governance can benefit from broader participation and multi-regional perspectives within the Valencian government.
Vice President of Alicante
In this context, Mas expressed a clear commitment to Alicante, noting that his role as vice president of the Consell began last July with a visible effort to advance an autonomous agenda for the southern Valencian Community. The aim was to maintain a dedicated Alicante presence at the regional level and to strengthen the region’s influence within the broader political framework.
During a stop at the festival’s purple area and a brief interview with Eulalia Corralero Pajares, the founder of the Kellys movement in 2014 and current president of the Union of Kellys in Catalonia, Mas emphasized ongoing collaboration and dialogue with local activists and organizers.
In a concise statement regarding the movement’s goals, Mas highlighted the importance of cultural festivities as a symbol of communal joy. He noted that these events bring people together, forging strong ties between culture and shared identity, and reinforcing the unity of diverse communities. He was accompanied by Pere Beneyto, the mayoral candidate, along with members of the local Compromís candidacy, underscoring a concerted local effort to shape policy through inclusive participation.
More generally, the regional leadership reiterated that Alicante plays a central role in the Valencian landscape. The administration views the area not merely as a geographic entity but as a dynamic hub for culture, economic development, and social cohesion within the community. The emphasis remains on sustaining momentum through practical governance that reflects the region’s unique needs while aligning with broader Valencian strategic priorities.