Andorra Batllia Probe into Watch Entrepreneur's Collaborators Stalls

Andorra's Batllia investigation into collaborators of the watch entrepreneur, known as "l'empresari dels rellotges," shows no further developments as of December 24, 2025.

The probe, centered on alleged irregularities among the businessman's associates, first gained attention in a December 22 vignette by Altaveu journalist Helena Anillo at 08:00 CET. She depicted the White Rabbit from *Alice in Wonderland* to illustrate the story's progression.

Subsequent vignettes by Anillo offered no updates. Her December 23 piece at 08:00 CET explored the contrasting sides of Christmas—festivities overshadowed by forced cheer—without mentioning the case. On December 24 at 08:00 CET, she turned to FEDA's announced 2.8% electricity price increase for next year, portraying public strain under the "lumínic ofec" (light suffocation), again bypassing the inquiry.

Details on the individuals under scrutiny, their specific roles, or the probe's expected duration remain unavailable. The Batllia has issued no statements on its scope or progress, and no charges or arrests have been reported.

The case arises amid broader justice challenges in Andorra, including stalled auctions of immovable assets linked to Assegurances Generals insurance, as noted in recent trends. It coincides with other incidents, such as the Lisbon airport detention of an Andorran resident carrying over ten kilograms of cocaine and a routine border check at Baladrà that uncovered cocaine on a tourist entering the country.

These efforts underscore ongoing anti-corruption measures in the Principality, though public information stays limited. Local media may provide future insights.