Andorra Approves Regulation Structuring Diplomatic Career Service

The Andorran Council of Ministers approved a regulation on Wednesday that governs the diplomatic career service, developing provisions in Law 11/2019 on foreign action and the diplomatic career.

The regulation creates a clear structure for the organisation and professional development of the Special Corps of the Diplomatic Career. It addresses the need to strengthen Andorra's diplomatic framework amid rising complexities in foreign affairs, with a focus on nurturing national talent, public service dedication, and professional standards.

The text covers core aspects of the career path, including access, job assignments, professional advancement, and internal organisation. It sets out open, competitive entry procedures rooted in merit, skills, and equal opportunities. Selection involves professional and language tests, psychoprofessional evaluations, and interviews, alongside defined promotion processes.

The regulation expands on the duties of the Technical Committee for Organisation and Selection (CTOS), tasking it with managing selection, placements, and career progression. It introduces ongoing assessment tools, structured probation periods, and rating systems that factor in training, experience, mobility, and contributions to key initiatives.

This merit-based model supports diplomats from initial third secretary roles through to top positions such as ambassador, ensuring a robust pathway amid expanding external engagements.