Andorra Leader Calls for Shared Future with Neighbors and EU
Head of government Xavier Espot urges building closer ties with Spain, France, and European Union amid economic and trade discussions.
Key Points
- Xavier Espot stresses shared future with Spain, France, and EU.
- Statement issued 2 January 2026: 'Andorra needs to build a shared future.'
- Highlights inability to ignore Europe amid disagreements.
- Part of efforts to boost economic cooperation and trade links.
Andorra's head of government, Xavier Espot, has emphasised the need for the principality to build a shared future with its neighbouring countries and the European Union.
In a statement published on 2 January 2026, Espot declared: "Andorra necessita construir un futur compartit amb els nostres països veïns i amb la Unió Europea" – Andorra needs to build a shared future with our neighbouring countries and the European Union.
He added that while it is possible to disagree with reality, Europe cannot be ignored.
The comments, issued by the government's communications team, underscore Andorra's ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with Spain and France, its immediate neighbours, as well as broader engagement with EU institutions. Espot's remarks come amid discussions on economic co-operation, trade agreements and Andorra's unique position outside the bloc while maintaining close customs and fiscal links.
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