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Business•4 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Residence Permits Drop 11% in Q2 2026 Amid Cross-Border Surge

Andorra issued 2,210 initial permits in Q2 2026, down 1.1% year-over-year. Authorities boosted temporary and cross-border authorisations significantly, while extendable permits decreased 8.6%. Departures increased 37.7%.

Health•4 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 11:30

Andorran SAAS Changes Access to Meritxell Clinic During Viaduct Upgrades

SAAS has implemented temporary access changes via a footbridge and signage to ensure smooth patient flow amid stormwater upgrades on the Escalls viaduct. Routine health services remain unaffected until early November.

Business•4 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 11:00

Hooded Gang Steals €10,000 Tobacco in Andorra Night Break-

Andorran police probe an early-morning robbery at a Canillo business where thieves took over €10,000 in tobacco plus caused damage. Officers analyze footage suspecting organized foreign group with local ties.

Andorra Vehicle Registrations Drop 8.6% in September Amid Truck Slump

Official data shows September's total at 427 units, with 315 new vehicles and 112 imports. Despite the monthly dip, year-to-date figures rose 9.3%, driven by cars and two-wheelers, while fuel shifts favor hybrids and electrics over diesel amid high prices.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Minister Slams Concòrdia Leader's 3-Year Immigration Quota Forecast

Guillem Casal defended Andorra's adaptable quota system based on labor needs, warning long-term predictions risk obsolescence from economic shifts. Government approved steady 900 permits amid stakeholder objections.

Sports•2 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 06:31

Andorran Skier Xavier Cornella Trains with Swiss Team in Germany

Andorran alpine skier Xavier Cornella wrapped up a productive three-day camp at Germany's Wittenburg indoor facility, skiing five sessions with Switzerland's Europe Cup team amid optimal conditions. Coaches noted his excellent form ahead of upcoming snow and fitness phases.

Sports•2 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 06:31

Escaldes-Engordany Honors Inter d'Escaldes for Historic UEFA Conference League Qualification

Local officials celebrated the football club's milestone with a reception, emphasizing its significance as the first Andorran side in the UEFA Conference League group stage.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 05:45

Andorra Positions Itself as Global Mediator at OSCE Assembly

Andorra asserts small states' unique role in bridging divides at the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly's 24th Autumn Session, emphasizing dialogue, neutrality, and consensus-building among 57 nations.

Culture•3 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 22:45

Sant Ermengol School Marks 60th Anniversary with Renovated Terrace and Light Show

Andorra la Vella's Sant Ermengol school honored its founding with speeches on church-state education ties. Highlights included blessing a revamped play terrace and premiering a colorful tower light display.

Sports•3 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 22:30

Efe Akman Credits FC Andorra's Form Boost to Defensive Solidity and Wins

FC Andorra's Turkish midfielder Efe Akman says recent victories have lifted team morale and confidence. He praises their improved defense alongside possession strengths ahead of the Lliga Hypermotion clash with Castelló.

Sports•3 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 22:30

Andorra PG Rafa Luz Out Weeks with Recurring Pubic Bone Injury

MoraBanc Andorra's backcourt suffers a major setback as Rafa Luz is sidelined for several weeks due to a pubic bone injury, forcing coach Žan Tabak to rely on limited options ahead of key Liga Endesa matches.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 21:45

Unanimous vote at a hybrid meeting appoints Cuberes, ex-secretary, to lead amid election preparations

. Palmitjavila steps down but stays active. New Encamp duo joins as secretary and deputy.

Environment•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 21:45

Andorra Boosts Meadow Mowing Subsidies 20% to €481K for 2026

Government approval aids valley meadow maintenance for livestock forage, reflecting new farm realities and inflation. Minister highlights role in ecosystem preservation and fire risk reduction amid €4.1M total sector funding.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 21:30

Andorra's Xavier Espot Co-Chairs 10th Dialogue with Occitania on Border Ties

The forum marked a decade of steady institutional dialogue, coordination, and joint action on mobility, security, economic ties, healthcare, and culture between Andorra and French Pyrenean regions. Progress on bilateral projects was assessed amid new opportunities.

Business•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 21:15

Andorra's ANC-AD and AFA Sign Pact to Boost Financial Cybersecurity

The agreement establishes frameworks for sharing data on cyber threats and risks to strengthen the security and continuity of supervised financial entities in Andorra.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 20:45

OSCE Assembly Opens in Andorra Urging Dialogue Amid Ukraine War and Putin Threats

Delegates gathered in Andorra la Vella emphasize dialogue as essential for peace amid Europe's tensions, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Leaders stress multilateralism, Ukraine's integrity, and consistent international law application.

Environment•3 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 20:45

CTRASA Waste Incinerator Resumes Operations After Three-Week Maintenance in Andorra

Andorra la Vella's waste incinerator plant is fully operational again following rigorous annual maintenance. The shutdown ensured safety and reliability, supporting the nation's key energy source from waste valorisation via cogeneration.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 20:30

Canillo Consul Warns Affordable Housing Bill Encroaches on Parish Powers

Andorra's Canillo first consul urges changes to the government's affordable housing legislation, citing risks to parish authority amid similar concerns from other parishes. Officials defend the bill as constitutional and aimed at boosting rental supply.

Health•3 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 20:15

Andorra Hospital to Install MRI Scanner and Infectious Disease Unit for €2M+

Andorran authorities are advancing healthcare upgrades at Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell. The initiatives aim to boost diagnostic capabilities and prepare for high-risk infectious diseases through specialized infrastructure.

Andorra Approves Tender for Final CG-3 Widening Phase to La Massana

The Council of Ministers greenlit the tender for a key upgrade on the CG-3, adding a second uphill lane over 90 metres to reduce congestion from Andorra la Vella traffic merging at Dos Valires tunnel.

Business•4 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 18:15

Andorra Telecom, AR+I, and MIT Launch NODE Building Impact Study

A one-year research project starting in November will analyze how the NODE building influences local pedestrian flows, mobility, businesses, and employment using telecom data and urban metrics.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 17:45

Canillo Leader Demands Urgent Approval for Traffic Agents' Body Cameras

Parish councils face delays in activating body-worn cameras for traffic agents despite readiness. Canillo's Jordi Alcobé presses the national commission for swift action, highlighting government influence and prior promises amid security needs in busy areas.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 07, 2026 • 17:00