# Article 48 — Cooperation between authorities

1. Competent authorities shall cooperate closely among themselves and, where applicable, with the [Lead Overseer](https://www.mica.wtf/definitions/definitions/dora/lead-overseer).
2. Competent authorities and the [Lead Overseer](https://www.mica.wtf/definitions/definitions/dora/lead-overseer) shall, in a timely manner, mutually exchange all relevant information concerning [critical ICT third-party service providers](https://www.mica.wtf/definitions/definitions/dora/critical-ict-third-party-service-provider) which is necessary for them to carry out their respective duties under this Regulation, in particular in relation to identified risks, approaches and measures taken as part of the [Lead Overseer](https://www.mica.wtf/definitions/definitions/dora/lead-overseer)'s oversight tasks.


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