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Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Andorra P.M, Xavier Espot, comes out as gay with inspiring message to LGBTQ youths.
“But at the same time, I think it shouldn’t be a problem to express it.”
Zamora continued: “And if this helps many children, young people or teenagers, who are going through a difficult time, see that in the end, regardless of their condition or sexual orientation, in this country, you can prosper and reach the highest magistracy, then I am happy to express it.”
The prime minister of Andorra, Xavier Espot Zamora, has come out as gay. The 43-year-old confirmed his sexuality in an interview with the country’s public broadcaster on Monday, September 11.
Speaking to Radio and Television of Andorra, Prime Minister Espot said, “I’m gay. I’ve never hid it. Now, if I’m not asked, I don’t have to say it either, in the sense that it doesn’t define the entirety of who I am and even less of my personal politics. But at the same time, I think it shouldn’t be a problem to express it.
Espot, a judge and politician, has been prime minister since May 16, 2019, having previously served as Minister of Justice. During his time in office, Andorra’s lawmakers have legalised same-sex marriage and introduced regulations for official gender and name change under amendments made to the Family Code in 2022.
In the 2023 Rainbow Map of IGLA Europe Andorra placed 24th out of 49 countries.
Also in 2022, Andorra’s government passed a law meaning trans people can change their name and gender marker. However, this is not by self-identification.
The Law of the Person and Family states people should be living in their preferred gender identity for two years and show evidence and testimony.
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