Carles Puigdemont in Switzerland: FDFA reaffirms its position on Catalonia

In this connection, Switzerland reiterates that the question of Catalonia is an internal matter for Spain and should be handled within the framework of the Spanish constitutional order. The Swiss and Spanish authorities are in contact.
 
Mr Puigdemont's stay in Switzerland is governed by Swiss law and the Agreement on the Free Movement of Persons. As a Spanish citizen, Mr Puigdemont is entitled to travel freely within the Schengen area.
 
He is also at liberty to give political speeches with due respect for the Swiss legal system. 

The authorities may take measures in the event of any disruptions of public order.

Press release in Spanish(pdf, 223kb)

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