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Business•2 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra Court Grants Provisional Release to Spanish Tobacco Exec After Smuggling Trial

Andorra court grants provisional release to 66-year-old Spanish tobacco exec charged with €950,000 smuggling and laundering; witnesses backed innocence as sentencing awaits.

Business•3 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra SAAS workers' bonus dispute hearing erupts in sharp clashes

A Batllia hearing on SAAS workers' unpaid performance bonuses saw heated arguments. Unions demand retroactive pay as an acquired right post-2022 suspension lift, while SAAS cites legal timelines and new agreement terms excluding back payments.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 22:16

Escaldes-Engordany Closes 2025 with €39.6M Record Revenue, €1M Surplus

The parish council reports highest-ever revenues without debt or reserves use, fueled by taxes, parking, and interest. It also purchased two plots to boost public assets amid investments in infrastructure.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 22:16

Ray Wins Inaugural Unnic Talent Contest in Andorra with Emotional Victory

A 30-year-old overcoming stage fright clinched victory in Unnic Andorra's first talent show, beating dancers and singers in a final packed with variety acts and charity support for rare diseases.

Other•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Authorizes Cremation of Unclaimed Portuguese Woman Found Dead in Apartment

Andorra authorizes cremation of 58-year-old Portuguese Alexandrina Maciel de Sousa, found dead a week in her apartment while her partner kept normal routine, as no family claimed her despite a mass.

Business•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 20:16

Construction Begins on Marriott-Leased Five-Star Hotel in Andorra's Encamp Parish

Developers led by Catalan businessman Josep Maria Civil broke ground at Torrent Pregó after years of delays, with excavation on the rocky site projected to span 24 months amid challenging terrain.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 19:01

Escaldes-Engordany Launches €12,000 Youth Participatory Budgeting Scheme

Parish council allocates funds for three projects proposed and voted on by residents aged 12-29, requiring 20% matching from local sources to boost community involvement.

Business•3 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 17:46

Andorra's Import Prices Drop 6.9%, Exports Plunge 24.7% in January 2026

Monthly declines reached 13.1% for imports and 26.1% for exports from December 2025, with sharpest annual falls in non-edible raw materials and machinery.

Politics•3 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 17:16

Andorra Endavant Slams 35% NGO Funding Boost Abroad Amid Domestic Woes

Andorra Endavant criticizes the government's decision to raise international cooperation funding by 35%, allocating over 414,000 euros for 2026 projects, while local issues like housing access and family finances worsen. The party demands prioritizing citizens' needs at home.

Other•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 15:01

Andorra la Vella Civic Agents Issue 80 Warnings, 11 Fines in Q1 2026 Crackdown

Andorra la Vella's agents performed 702 inspections in early 2026, emphasizing education on public behavior. Priorities included pet rules, noise, waste, and traffic safety, with plans for 200 new cameras to combat vandalism.

Business•4 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 14:31

Andorra Approves 6 More First-Time Homes, Total Hits 20 of 25

The programme targets lower-income residents with 7+ years residency, no property, and homes up to €600K. No down payment required, aiding principal focus early for affordability amid housing challenges.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra's Co-Princes to Jointly Preside Over Historic Consell General Session During Macron Visit

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Andorra on 27-28 April, marking the first joint session presided by both Co-Princes in the Consell General chamber. The event features speeches, traditional outfits, and ceremonies before Macron addresses citizens.

Politics•3 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra's CASS Deploys Mobile Voting Teams Across Parishes to Boost Low Election Turnout

Andorra's CASS deploys mobile voting teams to all seven parishes and Pas de la Casa from June 8-16, 2026, for advance ballots to boost low turnout under 3% ahead of June 17 elections.

Culture•3 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 13:31

Andorra Tourism Unveils Cirque du Soleil Show on Ràdio Andorra History

Andorra Tourism's 12th Cirque du Soleil show follows 1940s lovers Glòria and Lasso tied to Ràdio Andorra history, with 22 performances July 3-Aug 2.

Other•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 07:01

Andorran Court Acquits Driver in 2022 Crash, Citing Sudden Epilepsy Episode

Andorran Court of Corts acquitted a 45-year-old woman of reckless driving in a 2022 Anyós road crash, ruling a sudden focal epilepsy episode caused her to enter a roundabout the wrong way.

Shirtless Tourist Arrested in Andorra la Vella for €15K Car Dealership Vandalism

A 24-year-old tourist faces two months in prison and expulsion after hurling stones at a car dealership's signs and vehicles in Andorra la Vella, causing €15,000 in damage shortly after arriving by bus.

Other•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:32

Council of Europe to Inspect Andorra Prison in 2027 Amid Union Resource Concerns

Europe's torture prevention committee plans a periodic prison check in Andorra for 2027, as local unions warn of resource shortages and structural limits despite moderate occupancy and planned expansion.

Other•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:32

University of Andorra Waives Tuition Fees for Students with 33%+ Disabilities Ahead of Schedule

The policy, endorsed by the Council of Ministers, covers official degrees and related charges for state-recognised studies, with UdA implementing it immediately to promote inclusion.

Business•3 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

Creand Crèdit Andorrà Opens Redesigned Escaldes-Engordany Branch, Kicking Off Nationwide Office Renovation

Creand Crèdit Andorrà opens redesigned Escaldes-Engordany branch, kicking off nationwide renovations with modern zones for service, transactions, products, sustainable materials, and 22 staff.

Business•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

76-Year-Old Basque Businessman on Trial for Death Threats Against Ex-Business Partner

Incident erupted during 2021 board meeting amid divorce tensions and corporate disputes; prosecution seeks suspended sentence, defense demands acquittal citing lack of evidence.

Andorran Councillor Laia Moliné Requests Details on Cable Car and Tram Projects

The Social Democratic Party lawmaker seeks technical studies, costs, routes, and government plans for cable transport as alternatives to bus services amid rising congestion.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Blocks Provisional EU Association Agreement Over Domestic Law

Andorra's government confirms provisional implementation of its EU association agreement is impossible without full ratification, including a referendum, due to strict domestic legal requirements.

Business•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

Key speakers including Minister Conxita Marsol, AI expert Pau Llambí, and digital assets specialist Alberto

MoraBanc's fourth Financial and Technological Innovation Day at Auditori MoraBanc drew over 100 attendees to discuss digital transformation, agentic AI, bitcoin trends, and financial innovation.

Culture•3 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

Correos Issues €3 Stamp Honoring Joan Xandri's Immersive 'Igni' Installation

The limited-edition stamp captures the Andorran artist's red rice paper strips from the 2025 Transitori exhibition, highlighting themes of nature's fragility and fire's threat.

Sports•4 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:01

FC Andorra Edges Cádiz 1-0 on Cerdà Strike, Climbs to Ninth

Josep Cerdà's first-half goal propelled FC Andorra to a vital 1-0 win at Cádiz, boosting them to ninth in La Liga Hypermotion. With 49 points, survival is secure and play-off hopes alive with 21 points up for grabs.