Concòrdia and PS Advance Joint Progressive Lists in Most Andorran Parishes

Negotiations between Concòrdia and the Partit Socialdemòcrata (PS) have progressed significantly this April toward forming joint progressive lists in most Andorran parishes ahead of the general elections, with "Alternativa Demòcrata" among the names under consideration.

The two main drivers of the alliance aim to unite other centre-left groups and position themselves as a direct challenge to Demòcrates. Sources indicate that agreements are largely outlined for parish lists, with candidate names being sounded out, though no candidacies are finalized. All parishes except Canillo have advanced discussions, where no viable alternative currently exists. In parishes where Concòrdia or PS hold strong positions, the groups would run under their own brands rather than a neutral "white list."

Talks have also extended to the national constituency. Initial plans called for separate Concòrdia and PS lists there, pooling seats based on parish results. However, the lack of a strong PS leader capable of serving as head of government candidate has prompted some socialdemòcrata sectors to favour a single joint list with Concòrdia. This remains embryonic, complicated by policy divides, notably over the EU association agreement—PS supports it, while Concòrdia remains critical or agnostic. Negotiators alternate between optimism about defeating Demòcrates and pessimism, sources say.

Sant Julià de Lòria presents added complexity. Concòrdia currently includes Desperta Laurèdia as its local section. A potential Demòcrates candidacy led by Ladislàu Baró—now increasingly likely—could spark tensions. Sources have not ruled out a split between Cerni Escalé and Cerni Cairat, with Desperta Laurèdia possibly sitting out the elections or aligning with Demòcrates. Of Concòrdia's five current councillors, two hail from the Laurèdia area.

Cairat, Sant Julià's cònsol major and a Desperta Laurèdia figure, dodged questions on the group's role in an interview Thursday on Diari TV's *Parlem-ne*. He stressed Desperta Laurèdia's parish autonomy and lack of voting discipline, insisting any national involvement or Concòrdia support would be decided later amid a focus on local action. On Baró, Cairat noted his past backing despite party opposition but deferred decisions to Demòcrates.