VATICAN CITY
Europe Online

Vatican City (dpa) – The Vatican said Wednesday it had signed an anti-tax evasion deal with the United States, agreeing to share information on assets held by US citizens within Vatican walls.

“This agreement […] underscores the commitment of both parties to promote and ensure ethical behaviour in the financial and economic fields,” a joint statement by the Holy See and the US said.

The Vatican‘s official newspaper, L‘Osservatore Romano, said that even though the agreement affects a “relatively limited number of persons,” it was of “great importance” as it underscores the Holy See efforts to “promote ethics and integrity in economics and finance.”