Andorra FM Receives Credentials from New Apostolic Nuncio
Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor met Piero Pioppo, the newly appointed apostolic nuncio of the Holy See, to discuss bilateral ties ahead of his.
Key Points
- Tor received copies of style from Pioppo on Dec 16, 2025, in Andorra la Vella.
- Discussed bilateral relations, historical context, cooperation, and international issues.
- Pioppo appointed by Pope Leo XIV on Sept 15, 2025; will serve as dean of Andorra's diplomatic corps.
- Tor invited Pioppo to 2026 Constitution Day celebrations.
Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor received copies of style from Piero Pioppo, the newly appointed apostolic nuncio of the Holy See to Andorra and Spain, on Tuesday, 16 December 2025.
The meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Andorra la Vella served as a preliminary step before Pioppo's formal presentation of credentials to the episcopal co-prince, Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat. The officials reviewed bilateral relations between Andorra and the Holy See, including the country's historical and institutional context, opportunities for cooperation, and pressing international matters against a backdrop of complex global geopolitics.
Pope Leo XIV named Pioppo to the role, with the appointment made public on 15 September 2025 after receiving the necessary approval from relevant authorities. As dean of the diplomatic corps accredited in Andorra, he will represent fellow diplomats at official events to which they are invited.
Tor invited Pioppo to join the 2026 Constitution Day celebrations.
Original Sources
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