Andorran Merchants Seek Expanded Aid as RN-20 Closure Persists

Merchants from Pas de la Casa met with the Andorran government this morning to discuss additional support amid the ongoing closure of the RN-20 road. The business owners left the meeting optimistic, describing themselves as "very satisfied" with the discussions.

The local traders called for expanded aid beyond the measures already announced by the government. They specifically requested that the discount voucher scheme, currently limited to petrol stations, be extended to other businesses. They also sought direct financial assistance to cover fixed costs such as rent and electricity bills.

Minister Ramon Lladós committed to reviewing these proposals ahead of next week, according to participants. Gerard Pifarré, a member of the Economic and Social Council who attended, praised explanations from Minister Raül Ferrer as the meeting's highlight. Ferrer outlined how the French executive is working against the clock to resolve the issue, having already unlocked credits to expedite repairs "as soon as possible."

Pifarré expressed strong approval of the progress, stating that those involved are "very satisfied with how the work is being handled." The traders hope for the RN-20 to reopen within three months, a timeline they are awaiting while pressing for immediate relief to sustain their operations.