Yesterday we attended the first official visit of a Spanish Government representative to the Rock in the last 300 years. We welcome the common position reached, which will improve the exchange of information protocols and a possible treaty on taxation.
Leaving aside the issue of Sovereignty, the agreements reflect the XXI Century Diplomacy efforts based on dialogue. The meeting is in accordance with International Law protocols, the EU position and the OECD directives. Please find attached the communique following the meeting here.
From the years of the Utrecht Treaty in the 18th Century, times have changed substantially. Today Gibraltar, a territory of the United Kingdom, has developed an unique position in the European Union and in the global financial markets. Please see more information regarding Gibraltar position in the European Union here
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