Andorra Signs Winter Road Pact with France for Cross-Border Snow Clearance
Head of government Xavier Espot announced a new agreement allowing Andorran snow-clearing machines to operate on French roads during severe winter.
Key Points
- Xavier Espot and minister Raül Ferré visited Coex facilities in Encamp to thank staff for winter road safety efforts.
- New agreement permits Andorran snow-clearing machines on French territory during severe snow disrupting cross-border routes.
- Espot hailed it as a major advance in cross-border coordination amid Pyrenees winter challenges.
- Builds on existing Andorra-France ties, vital during peak ski season.
Andorra's head of government, Xavier Espot, and Territorial Planning and Urbanism minister Raül Ferré visited the facilities of the Principality's Road Maintenance and Operation Service (Coex) in Encamp this morning. The leaders thanked staff for their essential work in keeping the country's road network safe, particularly amid this winter's heavy snowfall.
During the visit, Espot announced a new winter road viability agreement with Coex. It allows Andorran snow-clearing machines to operate on French territory during severe snow events that disrupt cross-border mobility on nearby roads.
Espot described the deal as "a significant step forward for cross-border coordination." He shared details of the visit and pact on Instagram, including a photo of himself greeting a Coex team member.
The agreement builds on existing cooperation between Andorra and France to manage winter challenges in the Pyrenees, where heavy snow frequently affects traffic on shared routes. Coex handles road clearance and maintenance across the Principality, a critical role during peak ski season.
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