Business•4 Sources•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16Andorra Imports Surge 12% to €177.7M in March as Exports Drop 11.9%Strong demand boosted sectors like 'Diversos' and 'Construcció', while energy imports fell sharply; jewelry exports rose sharply despite overall decline.
Sports•5 Sources•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16Pal Arinsal Ski Resort Achieves Record 460,788 Ski Days in 2025-2026 Season Despite Shorter OperationExceptional 540 cm snowfall, highest in 22 years, fueled 9.1% growth over prior year in just 123 days, boosting revenue across segments and visitor satisfaction to 8.91/10.
Culture•2 Sources•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16Catalan Delegation in Andorra Hosts Free Sensory Event for Saint George's DaySoprano Jonaina Salvador performs Catalan and Andorran songs paired with regional wines and cheeses amid Lita Cabellut's exhibition, requiring reservations for the April 16 immersive experience.
Business•2 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 17:46Andorran Entrepreneur Jordi Pont Bros, Pioneer of Premium Cigar Imports, Dies at 88Known as 'l'home dels havans i les Montblanc,' he shaped the country's economy through his shop Comercial Pont and ventures like a popular restaurant, passing after a prolonged illness.
Politics•3 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 14:46Andorran Government Rejects Urgent Fuel Price Relief, Proposes Shared Costs with BusinessesAmid rising inflation blamed on Iran conflict, officials prioritize monitoring and targeted aid for vulnerable groups while opposition demands pre-emptive action. Separate debate sees push for nationwide elderly monitoring program amid welfare concerns.
Business•2 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 11:31Andorra Fuel Prices Surge in March Due to Iran War DisruptionsVehicle diesel jumped over 21%, with standard at €1.493/L and premium at €1.524/L, while unleaded petrol rose 12%. Year-over-year gains persisted despite quarterly and annual declines.
Other•5 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 11:16200 Rally in Andorra Against Rent Decontrol Law Amid Soaring PricesProtesters warn of tenant exodus as rents hit €26 per square meter, up 27% since 2013; unions demand income-linked rents and indefinite contracts ahead of larger May 16 demo.
Politics•4 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 06:01Andorra Sets CASS Board Elections for June 17, 2026, Nearly Four Years After Last VoteFour seats representing workers, pensioners, and self-employed will be renewed; registration deadline is May 6 with campaigning from June 6-15.
Business•5 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 06:01Andorran Government Approves €1.35M Payment to Heliport Concessionaire for Cost OverrunsThe funds compensate for material price hikes, expanded earthworks, and circuit relocation under the 30-year La Caubella concession, with total state spending nearing €7 million on a €12 million project.
Business•5 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 06:01Andorra's Banks Report €176M Profit in 2025, Up 1% with Record Assets and SolvencyClient assets surged 21% to €113B amid robust lending growth and metrics exceeding European averages, bolstering the sector's resilience and national competitiveness.
Business•4 Sources•Apr 09, 2026 • 05:31Andorra Residents Made 26,262 Property Purchases 2016-2025, 74% by Long-Term LocalsAndorran nationals topped buyers at 45%, with parking spaces leading transaction types; first-home aid scheme approved eight applications early in 2025 amid data gaps.
Politics•3 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 20:16Andorra Mandates Criminal Record Checks for Sex Offenses in Child-Facing RolesRegulation covers public and private workers, volunteers, and data handlers, with annual renewals for volunteers and employer verification responsibilities to prevent abuse.
Politics•3 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 20:01Spain Confirms Catalan Photovoltaic Park Encroaches on Catalonia from AndorraTechnical report verifies the Planell de la Tosa plant, powering Pal Arinsal ski station, covers 16,000 sq m in Os de Civís, prompting joint commission review as Andorra prepares its study amid broader border disputes.
Politics•3 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 19:01Andorra Approves UN Protocol on Migrant SmugglingThe government has endorsed accession to the Palermo Convention supplement criminalizing document fraud and irregular migration facilitation, pending parliamentary approval and following prior ratifications on organized crime and human trafficking.
Business•2 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 12:16La Massana Awards Contract to Form Aigües de la Massana Water Management CompanyThe new mixed communal entity will oversee the full water cycle, from extraction to wastewater treatment, aiming for greater agility and investment capacity through partnership with a specialized firm.
Transport•3 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 11:01Multi-Vehicle Crash Blocks Both Lanes in Aixovall Near Training CenterIncident reported at 10:00 on April 8, 2026, causes major traffic backups; emergency services clearing scene amid unconfirmed injuries during Easter holidays.
Transport•3 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:33Construction Begins on Safety Roundabout at N-260 Junction in Montferrer and Castellbò€729,630 project addresses long-standing safety concerns at busy Andorra route crossing, with completion expected in five to six months amid ongoing traffic disruptions.
Politics•2 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:32Andorra Renews Judge Alexandra Terés Erich as Batlle Until 2032The Superior Council of Justice approves her third term starting 15 April, following her unsuccessful challenge to a Catalan judge's appointment amid Andorranisation debates.
Transport•4 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:32Andorra Sees Record 71,161 Vehicles Over Easter Week, Exceeding ForecastsPeaks of over 14,000 entries daily fueled by skiing conditions led to severe outbound delays up to 3.5 km on Easter Monday, with officials opening extra lanes to manage congestion.
Culture•4 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:32Philippe Shangti Opens AI-Generated Film Exhibition in Andorra's Repurposed Museum SpaceThe immersive 'Luxury Futuristic World' show, anchored by the 95-minute 'Remember the Future 2320', blends hyperrealistic human-digital art with AR app interactions in Escaldes-Engordany.
Culture•4 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:32Van Gogh Alive Immersive Exhibition Closes in Andorra After Attracting Over 13,000 VisitorsThe two-month show at Sala Prat del Roure drew strong local support despite falling short of 30,000 target, featuring VR debut and earning 4.8/5 visitor ratings.
Other•3 Sources•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:01Forklift Electrical Fault Likely Caused Fire Destroying Andorra Recycling WarehouseNo injuries reported as firefighters contained the blaze in Santa Coloma facility; police rule out arson in early investigation.
Sports•4 Sources•Apr 07, 2026 • 22:32Malta Overpowers Andorra 44-24 in Rugby European Conference ClashAndorra mounted a first-half comeback to lead briefly but crumbled under Malta's second-half surge, settling for second place in the group ahead of their June 1 matchup with Cyprus.
Culture•2 Sources•Apr 07, 2026 • 21:46Cineclub de les Valls d’Andorra Unveils Q2 2026 Schedule: Eight International Auteur FilmsWednesdays from April to June at Teatre Comunal feature directors like Kleber Mendonça Filho, Jim Jarmusch, and Park Chan-wook, spotlighting festival gems with special guests and awards-winning talent.
Transport•4 Sources•Apr 07, 2026 • 19:01Andorra la Vella Begins Work on Third Lane for Busy CG-3 RoutePreparatory utility inspections launched on Carrer de la Unió to boost capacity by 20%, with full redesign including bus stop shifts and 30 km/h limit expected by late April.