Andorra PM: Closer EU Ties Boost Security
Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot states that aligning with Europe will strengthen, not undermine, the country's security amid integration.
Key Points
- Xavier Espot: Approaching Europe enhances Andorra's security.
- Statement made on 17 December 2025, reported by Diari d'Andorra.
- Espot advocates deeper EU integration while preserving fiscal status.
- No specific initiatives or timelines detailed yet.
Andorra's head of government, Xavier Espot, has stated that closer ties with Europe will enhance rather than undermine the country's security.
In comments reported on 17 December 2025, Espot emphasised that alignment with European structures would strengthen national safeguards. "Apropar-nos a Europa no anirà en detriment de la nostra seguretat, sinó al contrari," he said, translating to "Approaching Europe will not harm our security, but quite the opposite."
The remarks, published by Diari d'Andorra, come amid ongoing discussions about Andorra's international positioning. Espot, who has led the government since 2019, has previously advocated for deeper European integration while preserving the principality's unique fiscal and political status.
No further details were provided on specific initiatives or timelines in the initial report. Authorities have not yet elaborated on the context or immediate policy implications.
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