Nemesi Marquès i Oste facts for kids

Nemesi Marquès i Oste, born on May 17, 1935, is a Spanish priest who held a very important job in the small country of Andorra. He was the personal representative for one of Andorra's two leaders, known as the Episcopal Co-Prince. This means he worked directly for the Bishop of Urgell, who is one of the two heads of state for Andorra.

Nemesi Marquès i Oste's Role in Andorra

Andorra is a unique country because it has two heads of state, called "co-princes." One is the President of France, and the other is the Bishop of Urgell, a city in Spain. Since the Bishop can't always be in Andorra, they have a special person, a "representative," to act on their behalf.

What a Representative Does

Nemesi Marquès i Oste was this important representative for the Bishop of Urgell. His job was to help manage the country and make sure the Bishop's duties as a co-prince were carried out. He served in this role for many years, from July 30, 1993, until July 20, 2012.

His Background as a Priest

Before taking on this big role in Andorra, Nemesi Marquès i Oste was a Roman Catholic priest. He even served as the rector (the main priest) in a small village called Bellestar. This background in the church was important because the Bishop of Urgell is a religious leader.

After His Time in Office

After nearly two decades of service, Nemesi Marquès i Oste stepped down from his position as the representative. He was succeeded by Josep Maria Mauri on July 20, 2012. His work helped Andorra continue its unique system of government.

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In Spanish: Nemesi Marqués Oste para niños