Andorra Reaffirms Commitment to Return of Ukrainian Children at Toronto Conference

Andorra's Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor took part in the second International Conference on the Return of Ukrainian Children, Detained Civilians, and Prisoners of War in Toronto, Canada, on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Co-chaired by Canada, Ukraine, and Norway, the event aimed to strengthen global coordination and practical steps to aid Ukraine in returning, rehabilitating, and reintegrating individuals affected by Russia's war of aggression.

During the opening day's plenary session on national statements, Tor reaffirmed Andorra's support for international humanitarian law and the protection of children caught in armed conflicts. She highlighted the principality's membership in the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children since 2024, along with its backing for Ukraine's Bring Kids Back UA initiative and related accountability measures.

On the second day, Tor contributed to a session focused on children's return, led by Canada. Government representatives, international bodies, and specialists discussed better ways to track deported children, establish safe repatriation paths, and improve rehabilitation and reintegration support.

Andorran officials stressed the need for greater international collaboration, including monitoring by the United Nations, OSCE, and Council of Europe. They also called for emphasis on education, psychological support, and family reunification.

Tor endorsed the conference's joint communiqué, which pledges joint efforts to secure the return of Ukrainian children, protect detained civilians, and ensure humanitarian law applies to prisoners of war.

In bilateral meetings on the sidelines, she held discussions with Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand, Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, and Estonia's Deputy Foreign Minister Minna-Lind. The exchanges strengthened diplomatic links with these Ukraine allies and covered Andorra-funded initiatives in Lithuania and Estonia.

Talks with Canada, hosting the conference for the second time, centered on economic partnership, the youth mobility scheme, and a commitment to launch negotiations on an agreement to avoid double taxation and boost trade.