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Politics•3 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 06:15

La Seu d’Urgell Mayor Sees Easing Andorra Worker Housing Pressure, Warns of Regional Spread

Housing market strain in La Seu d’Urgell from Andorran workers has eased due to government actions, but rising rents and shortages are spreading to nearby areas, spurring regional policy discussions.

Business•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 21:15

Pirineu Meeting President Warns Geopolitics Reshaping Corporate Strategies

At the 37th Pirineu Business Meeting's close, president Montse Pujol stressed how geopolitical tensions and AI are transforming global business, urging executives to act on new insights amid rising complexity.

Business•3 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Immigration Hits Record 66 Firm Sanctions for Work Permit Violations in 2025

Andorra's authorities ramped up enforcement with 66 sanctions for employment irregularities and €91,000 in fines, as new permit applications plunged amid stable renewals and rising active permits.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 15:30

Renzi Dodges Andorra-EU Integration Questions at Pyrenees Meeting

At the 37th Pyrenees Business Meeting in La Seu d'Urgell, former Italian PM Matteo Renzi avoided specifics on Andorra's EU ties, deferring to local leaders, but endorsed EU dialogue and called for a bolder, less bureaucratic Europe.

Other•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 14:30

14-Year-Old Andorran Girl Hospitalized After LSD Paper at School

A secondary student in Encamp required emergency care after ingesting hallucinogenic paper during class, sparking complaints and a Batllia investigation into the supplier and school response.

Business•3 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra Unemployment Dips to 1.4% in Q1 2026, Lowest Among Neighbors

Andorra's jobless rate fell slightly to 1.4% in early 2026, with 782 unemployed, while employment for ages 15-64 remained stable at 82.1%. Wages rose, and the figure stays well under regional averages amid contrasting gender trends.

Other•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 13:15

Spanish Police Search Andorra Penthouse of Lawyer Accused of Money Laundering

Authorities executed a multi-hour search at the Sispony residence, acting on a Spanish rogatory commission. The lawyer faces no local charges but scrutiny over her advisory services and luxury assets like a suspicious BMW.

Andorra Police Arrest Multiple Drink-Drivers and Licence Violators

Police detained several motorists last week for high alcohol levels up to 1.99g/L, suspended licences, drug possession, and border violations including cocaine at Riu Runer.

Business•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Pablo Salvador Coderch Succeeds Pierre Raoul-Duval as TAPA President in Andorra

Spanish jurist Pablo Salvador Coderch assumes leadership of Andorra's Tribunal d’Arbitratge (TAPA), succeeding Pierre Raoul-Duval. The body, created in 2021, promotes arbitration for private disputes despite no cases to date.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

France Exempts Andorran Students from Non-EU Tuition Hike Starting 2026

France endorses Andorran students' equal status with French nationals under a 2000 treaty, sparing them from sharp fee rises to nearly 3,000 euros for bachelor's degrees next year. Formal guarantees followed ambassador meetings.

Business•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Cybersecurity Agency Urges Android Users to Update Now Over Critical Flaws

Andorra's ANC-AD issues urgent call for Android owners to install June 2026 security patches. Vulnerabilities allow silent remote access and privilege escalation, with one already exploited in the wild across major phone brands.

Environment•3 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Approves 2026 Chamois Hunt Week and Extended Small Game Seasons

Andorran commission sets chamois hunting from 13-20 September 2026, launches roe deer and mouflon seasons with strict quotas based on stable wildlife counts and agricultural protection needs.

Business•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra's FEDA Warns of Phishing SMS Stealing Bank Details

FEDA, Andorra's electricity provider, reports cybercriminals sending deceptive texts mimicking the company to trick users into fake sites for stealing personal and banking data. It urges vigilance and verification.

Business•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Fuel Imports Drop 13.8% in May, Fifth Straight Monthly Decline

Andorra's fuel imports fell 13.8% in May to 9.66 million litres, the fifth consecutive decline, driven by Spanish tourists fuelling domestically after tax reductions eroded price edge, alongside seasonal factors.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Concòrdia Proposes Amendments for Open Access and Digital Preservation in Archives Bill

Concòrdia seeks broader public access to documents, stricter digital preservation protocols, and clearer definitions in the Archives and Documentary Heritage Bill to boost transparency and protect Andorra's heritage.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

La Capsa d'Ordino Wins Andorra's First Anti-Bullying Photo Contest

Andorran youth group Adjra celebrated winners of its debut photography contest tackling school bullying, with La Capsa d'Ordino's poignant isolation image taking top honors via public vote.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Relaunches Grant Call for Development Projects After Low Initial Submissions

Andorra's Foreign Affairs Ministry has opened a second grant round to boost submissions from civic entities and non-profits for international development projects, with deadlines and higher funding for gender-focused initiatives.

Sports•3 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

After a top-10 in Prague, Andorran canoeist Mònica Dòria competes at the challenging Augsburg World Cup

in Germany, racing kayak, canoe, and kayak cross to gear up for Olympics-qualifying Worlds.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra's Patrick Toussaint Regains FIS Council Seat After 10th-Place Finish

Vice-president of Andorra's ski federation secures council return at FIS Congress in Serbia, amid leadership change to Ospelt and talks of annual Worlds events favoring smaller nations.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:31

Escaldes-Engordany's Rosa Gili Defends Late Capacity Reports Amid Government Clash

Escaldes-Engordany's cònsol major Rosa Gili blamed an official's oversight for delayed submission of technical reports on infrastructure capacity, criticising the Government for public attacks instead of direct contact and urging focus on national issues like mobility and health.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:30

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La Seu d’Urgell Mayor Sees Easing Andorra Worker Housing Pressure, Warns of Regional Spread

Pirineu Meeting President Warns Geopolitics Reshaping Corporate Strategies

Andorra Immigration Hits Record 66 Firm Sanctions for Work Permit Violations in 2025

Renzi Dodges Andorra-EU Integration Questions at Pyrenees Meeting

14-Year-Old Andorran Girl Hospitalized After LSD Paper at School

Andorra Unemployment Dips to 1.4% in Q1 2026, Lowest Among Neighbors

Spanish Police Search Andorra Penthouse of Lawyer Accused of Money Laundering

Andorra Police Arrest Multiple Drink-Drivers and Licence Violators

Pablo Salvador Coderch Succeeds Pierre Raoul-Duval as TAPA President in Andorra

France Exempts Andorran Students from Non-EU Tuition Hike Starting 2026

Andorra Cybersecurity Agency Urges Android Users to Update Now Over Critical Flaws

Andorra Approves 2026 Chamois Hunt Week and Extended Small Game Seasons

Andorra's FEDA Warns of Phishing SMS Stealing Bank Details

Andorra Fuel Imports Drop 13.8% in May, Fifth Straight Monthly Decline

Concòrdia Proposes Amendments for Open Access and Digital Preservation in Archives Bill

La Capsa d'Ordino Wins Andorra's First Anti-Bullying Photo Contest

Andorra Relaunches Grant Call for Development Projects After Low Initial Submissions

After a top-10 in Prague, Andorran canoeist Mònica Dòria competes at the challenging Augsburg World Cup

Andorra's Patrick Toussaint Regains FIS Council Seat After 10th-Place Finish

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