E-auction 511-423615 - b02_1354 - 10 Pounds Sterling GIBRALTAR 2002 P.30

GIBRALTAR

From the Arabic "Jebel Tarik" ("mountain of Tariq" named Tariq ibn Ziyad), Gibraltar is an overseas UK south of Spain territory. It connects the Mediterranean to the Atlantic Ocean. The British held there in the past a significant military presence. Although it is now reduced, there are still many accounts. Gibraltar is claimed by Spain, although the majority of the population is opposed. The question of Gibraltar is a major cause of dissension in Anglo-Spanish relations. Gibraltar is part of the European Union although some EU regulations do not apply to them, especially in customs matters.