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Business•2 Related•May 12, 2026 • 11:02

Andorra Pension Fund Rebounds to €2 Billion in April, Posts Positive YTD Return

Recovering €53 million from March's Middle East conflict dip, the FRJ achieved 1.6% year-to-date gains amid strong equities and stable 58.7% fixed-income allocation.

Andorra and Occitanie Leaders Prep Cross-Border Talks on Mobility and Smuggling

Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot and Occitanie prefect Pierre André Durand discussed RN20 road safety after rockfall, railway repairs, and anti-smuggling cooperation in Toulouse preparatory meeting.

Other•2 Related•May 12, 2026 • 07:32

Couple Charged in Andorra Over €208 Hotel Extras Dispute

Prosecutors seek one-month conditional arrest for failing to pay for extra night, meals, and smoking fines after nine-night stay; defendants absent from court hearing.

Other•5 Related•May 12, 2026 • 07:32

Andorra Grants 285 Citizenships in Q1 2026, 155 Full and 130 Provisional

Official data shows 285 citizenships awarded in early 2026, split between full rights for long-term residents and naturalised individuals, and provisional status for those still tied to prior nationalities. Changes to residency rules loom.

Politics•4 Related•May 12, 2026 • 07:01

Andorran Deputy Baró Questions Police Staffing, Pay, and Fleet

Pere Baró has asked the Andorran government for detailed breakdowns of Police Corps personnel, salaries over eight years, and vehicle fleet status to ensure adequate resources for public security.

Health•4 Related•May 12, 2026 • 07:01

Dr. Marc Pascual Pich Named Medical Director of Andorra's Meritxell Hospital

SAAS has appointed Dr. Marc Pascual Pich, an internal medicine expert, as medical director at Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell to lead innovation and resource coordination. The role fills a long-vacant position.

Health•3 Related•May 12, 2026 • 06:33

Andorran Teens Show Alarming Gender Gaps in Sexual Attitudes, Report Finds

A Juventia Youth Congress report uncovers stark differences in Andorran 16-18-year-olds' views on relationships, with boys far more tolerant of manipulative sex tactics and unwanted contact than girls. Experts urge family talks and digital education.

Sports•4 Related•May 12, 2026 • 06:33

Andorra Boosts 2026 Sports Subsidies 8% to €4.78M, Aids Rugby Club

Andorran officials raised sports funding for 2026 by 8% amid VPC Andorra's sponsor loss post-promotion. A new elite athlete program launches, while leaders push clubs toward financial self-reliance and debate the national model.

Sports•2 Related•May 12, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra U-16 Women Crush San Marino 5-0 for Record Victory

The emphatic win in North Macedonia's UEFA Development Tournament surpasses previous national team highs, with Noa Tesorero and Anna Bos scoring twice each.

Sports•2 Related•May 12, 2026 • 06:31

Girona FC Wins Inaugural Copa Tricolor Unified Football Tournament in Andorra

The mixed-ability event at Prada de Moles promoted inclusion and camaraderie, earning praise from participants and observers for fostering community beyond competition.

Other•3 Related•May 11, 2026 • 23:16

CASS Board Elections Set for June 17 with 15 Pre-Candidates and Advance Voting to Boost Turnout

CASS elections on June 17 renew 4 seats for 89,226 voters, with 15 pre-candidates, advance polls from June 8 in parishes, and doctors pushing for representation.

Health•4 Related•May 11, 2026 • 23:02

Andorra Sees Rise in Detected Minors' Sexual Assaults Due to Better Awareness

Improved detection and awareness have driven higher reports of suspected sexual assaults and mistreatment against minors in Andorra, enabling earlier interventions to prevent escalation, officials report.

Sports•2 Related•May 11, 2026 • 22:16

Andorra U16 Women Crush San Marino 5-0 for Record UEFA Tournament Win

The victory surpasses prior FAF records and caps a tournament featuring a penalty shootout win over hosts North Macedonia after a 2-2 draw.

Sports•4 Related•May 11, 2026 • 22:04

Andorra Boosts 2026 Sports Subsidies 8% to €4.78M, Rugby Club Gets 35% Hike

Andorran officials raised sports funding for 2026 by 8% amid demands from clubs like VPC Andorra, which faced financial woes after promotion. The allocation emphasizes elite athletes, women's projects, and performance criteria.

Business•4 Related•May 11, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Union Urges Co-Princes to Fix Labour Woes Before EU Deal

Unió Sindical d’Andorra warns leaders of structural social and labour failures, demanding reforms like stronger worker protections and housing fixes to support EU ties.

Culture•4 Related•May 11, 2026 • 20:17

Initiatives include handball expansion in Pas de la Casa, school-area repaving by 2026, intergenerational

Encamp council approves 10 Children's Council proposals, including handball expansion in Pas de la Casa, school-area repaving by summer 2026, intergenerational workshops, and rotating murals.

Lorry Overturns on Aldosa Road in La Massana, Driver Injured

A lorry crashed down a 20-metre embankment on La Massana's Aldosa road Monday evening. The sole driver sustained injuries but self-extricated before hospital transfer.

Health•2 Related•May 11, 2026 • 20:04

Andorra Plans School Links for Youth at New Spanish Mental Health Centre

Andorra's Education Minister Ladislau Baró plans to link youth at the new Sant Lluís mental health centre in La Seu d'Urgell with nearby Spanish schools once stabilised.

Politics•3 Related•May 11, 2026 • 19:46

Andorran Government Backs Bill to Raise AQUA Higher Education Fees

Andorra's executive supports a cross-party proposal to significantly increase fees for the higher education quality agency, driven by expanded university evaluations and resource needs.

Environment•2 Related•May 11, 2026 • 19:16

30 La Massana Pupils Plant 800 Flowers Using Compost Fertiliser in Eco-Education Drive

Children from Andorran, French, and Àgora schools join Comú technicians and Social Gardens godparents to demonstrate organic waste cycle in Ravell area.

Health•5 Related•May 11, 2026 • 18:17

Sant Julià de Lòria Launches Second Agenda Social AMIC with Microbiome and Cancer Immunotherapy Training

Events blend expert sessions on microbiota, immunotherapies, and CAR-T cells for professionals with fundraising activities supporting Assandca through May 16.

Culture•4 Related•May 11, 2026 • 17:01

Sant Julià de Lòria's 17th Ruta de la Tapa Draws Record 12,572 Dishes Amid Festive Vibes

Event from May 6-10 featured €4 tapas at 15 venues, digital voting for healthiest and best sweet awards, and live entertainment despite challenging weather.

Motorcycle Hits Woman on Andorra's Avinguda Carlemany, Causing Traffic Disruptions

Emergency services responded near number 14 in Escaldes-Engordany, transporting both injured to Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital amid alternating one-way traffic and queues.

Business•3 Related•May 11, 2026 • 16:46

Experts Warn Tech Innovations Outpace Cybersecurity at INNTEC Forums in Andorra

Cloud computing, AI, and IoT amplify vulnerabilities in hyperconnected systems, urging firms to prioritize security from design stages and adopt risk-based governance.

Culture•3 Related•May 11, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra Launches 'Encara Passa' Campaign Against Ongoing LGTBI-Phobia

The campaign recreates everyday bias incidents to help recognize and address LGTBI-phobia, urging shared responsibility for a prejudice-free society. It promotes resources like email and emergency lines for victims and witnesses.