Andorra

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Business•3 Related•May 19, 2026 • 16:16

15 Andorran Social Projects Join Third Andbus Solidari Forum

Initiative pairs NGOs with businesses for visibility, partnerships, and funding, covering issues from disability and mental health to child poverty and inclusive sports.

Business•5 Related•May 19, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Hits Record 23,939 Companies in 2025 with 7.22% Growth Surge

Andorra's company count soared to a decade-high of 23,939 by end-2025, fueled by 2,176 new registrations despite rising closures. Survival rates stayed robust at nearly 90% for recent cohorts.

Business•4 Related•May 19, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra's Xavier Espot Praises Canary Islands' ZEC in Gran Canaria Talks

Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot visited Gran Canaria to strengthen ties with Canary Islands president Fernando Clavijo. Leaders focused on high-value sectors and shared strategies to overcome tourism dependency and boost competitiveness.

Business•2 Related•May 19, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Sees 9.9% Surge in Internet Data, 13.7% Drop in Voice Calls in April

Broadband lines up 3.1% to 44,377 and mobile subscribers rise 2.7% to 131,103, highlighting shift from traditional telephony to internet reliance.

Politics•2 Related•May 19, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Eligible for Interreg-Sudoe Third and Fourth Project Calls

Andorra can join Interreg-Sudoe 2021-2027 3rd call (€5.4M: water, agriculture, ageing) and 4th call (€8.8M: wildfires, ageing), apps due Sept 30.

Andorra Road Tunnels Face Closures for Maintenance May 19-28

Andorra's Mobility Department schedules tunnel maintenance from May 19 to 28, featuring daytime lane closures and full overnight shutdowns. Drivers must use detours like Rocafort Avenue and follow signage.

Business•5 Related•May 19, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Hotels Hit 66.72% Occupancy in 2025-2026 Winter Season, Third-Best on Record

Strong snowfalls and ski packages sustained demand despite minor dip from Easter shift, though staffing shortages pose ongoing challenge.

Health•4 Related•May 19, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Transplant Leader Toni Gamero Dies After Leukaemia Relapse

Toni Gamero, president of Andorra's transplant association Atida, passed away in a Barcelona hospital from a leukaemia relapse he fought since 2019. A vocal advocate, he shared his bone marrow transplant journey and championed donation awareness.

Business•2 Related•May 18, 2026 • 20:31

Andorra's Habitacions.ad Room Rental Platform Relaunches After 3-Week Downtime

Habitacions.ad now mandates documentation proving owner consent for sublets to ensure safety and trust. The free platform connects landlords and tenants but starts with just one listing post-downtime.

Culture•4 Related•May 18, 2026 • 15:02

Sant Julià de Lòria Spring Fair Draws Strong Crowds, Serves 1,000 Food Portions Despite Rain

Sant Julià de Lòria's Spring Fair succeeded with robust attendance and 1,000 food portions from restaurants Casa Meva, Bar del Centre, and La Valireta. Rain halted Sunday concerts, yet the event solidified its role in parish life.

Other•4 Related•May 18, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Knife Threat to Mother, Two for Drugs, Five for DUI

Authorities in Andorra made multiple arrests over the weekend and past week, including a violent family assault, drug possession at hospital and border, plus drunk driving cases with high alcohol levels.

Sports•4 Related•May 18, 2026 • 06:17

Nahuel Carabaña Wins Men's 5km at Andorra's Cursa Popular Illa Carlemany

The 15th edition matched past turnout levels as one of Andorra's biggest mass events, organized by government ministries to boost health and community. Prizes went to top federated, non-federated, and child runners amid eco-friendly practices.

Politics•3 Related•May 17, 2026 • 21:16

Andorra LGTBIQA+ Law Stalls as Term Ends, Diversand Cites Indifference

Diversand reports officials dismissed their LGTBIQA+ law proposal citing time constraints before the mandate ends. The group urges action on discrimination protocols and education, inspired by Spain's model, amid Andorra's middling European rights ranking.

Other•2 Related•May 17, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Police Investigate Alleged Sexual Assault Between 12-Year-Old Boy and 11-Year-Old Girl in Ordino School

Authorities launched a discreet probe after the girl's mother reported the assault. Officers are handling the sensitive case involving minors with care to minimize emotional impact on both parties.

Politics•4 Related•May 17, 2026 • 06:32

Housing Protest to Disrupt Andorra la Vella Traffic and Bus Routes

Andorra Mobility warned of temporary road closures and bus diversions on May 16 as a housing protest marches through central Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany.

Business•2 Related•May 16, 2026 • 10:02

Tobacco Wholesaler Sentenced to 4 Years for Pas de la Casa Smuggling

Andorra's Tribunal de Corts convicted a tobacco company head of money laundering in a cross-border smuggling ring. The operation supplied nearly €950,000 in goods from Pas de la Casa to France.

Environment•2 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46

Atlantic Front Dumps Up to 9cm Snow on Andorra's Envalira, Temps Plunge

Fresh snow up to 9cm fell on high areas like Envalira from an Atlantic front, dropping snow levels to 1,800m and restoring wintry chill nationwide. Friday brings more snow in north, cold air, and windy conditions under yellow alert.

Politics•5 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46

Concòrdia demands referendum on Andorra-EU deal before ratification

Andorra's opposition party Concòrdia labels the government's push for EU association agreement profoundly undemocratic without prior public consultation. Government defends timeline and dismisses petition concerns amid upcoming EU vote.

Other•3 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Publishes Microcredentials Code, Approves Philosophy Bachelor's Degree

Andorran authorities have introduced standards for short professional training programs and greenlit a new philosophy undergraduate degree. Microcredentials target skill updates for employability, while the bachelor's emphasizes critical thinking for diverse careers.

Culture•2 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46