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Andorra
The Constitution provides for freedom of religion, and the Government generally respects this right in practice. There is no state religion; however, the Constitution acknowledges a special relationship with the Roman Catholic Church, which receives some privileges not available to other faiths.There was no change in the status of respect for religious freedom during the period covered by this report, and government policy continued to contribute to the generally free practice of religion. The generally amicable relationship among religions in society contributed to religious freedom. The U.S. Government discusses religious freedom issues with the Government in the context of its overall dialog and policy of promoting human ... [Read More]
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Andorra
France and Spain influenced the country's market-based economy significantly. The country had a total population of approximately 66,900. Commerce and tourism were the main sources of income. ... The Principality of Andorra is a constitutional parliamentary democracy. Two Princes with joint authority, representing secular and religious authorities, have headed the Principality since 1278. Under the 1993 Constitution, the two Princes--the President of France and the Catholic Bishop of Seu d’Urgell--Spain serve equally as heads of state, and each is represented in Andorra by a delegate. In March 2001, elections were held to choose the 28 members of the "Consell General," (the Parliament) which selects the head of government. Domestic elections monitors considered the election to be free and fair. The judiciary is independent. ... [Read More]
Andorra
The Principality of Andorra is a constitutional parliamentary democracy. Two Princes--the President of France and the Catholic Bishop of Seu d'Urgell Spain--serve with joint authority as heads of state, and each is represented in Andorra by a delegate. Elections in 2001 chose 28 members of the Parliament (Consell General), which selects the head of government. The judiciary is independent. ... The country has no defense force and depends on Spain and France for external defense. Civilian authorities maintained effective control of the national police, who have sole responsibility for internal security. There were no reports that security forces committed human rights abuses. ... [Read More]
Andorra
The U.S. Ambassador to Spain is also accredited as Ambassador to Andorra. ... [Read More]
Andorra (06/05)
Under the 1993 constitution, the co-princes continue as heads of state, but the head of government retains executive power. The two co-princes serve co-equally with limited powers that do not include veto over government acts. They are represented in Andorra by a delegate. As co-princes of Andorra, the President of France and the Bishop of Seu d’Urgell maintain supreme authority in approval of all international treaties with France and Spain, as well as all those, which deal with internal security, defense, Andorran territory, diplomatic representation, and judicial or penal cooperation. Although the institution of the co-princes is viewed by some as an anachronism, the majority sees them as both a link with Andorra’s traditions and a way to balance the power of Andorra’s two much larger neighbors. ... [Read More]
Spain and Andorra
COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: Spain and Andorra are both highly developed and stable democracies with modern economies. Spain is a member of NATO and the European Union. Additional information on Spain may be obtained from the Tourist Office of Spain, telephone (212) 265-8822, or via the Internet at http://www.okspain.org. The website of the Spanish Embassy in the United States is http://www.spainemb.org. Additional information on Andorra may be obtained from the Andorran Mission to the U.N., 2 U.N. Plaza, 25 th Floor, New York, New York 10018, telephone (212) 750-8064 or via the Internet at http://www.andorra.ad. Read the Department of State Background Notes on Spain and Andorra for additional information. ... [Read More]
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