Andorra

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Sports•2 Related•May 03, 2026 • 12:31

Record Crowd and Entries at Sixth Andbank Open Swimming Competition in Andorra

Over 1,000 spectators and 450 swimmers from 11 clubs competed in 44 events, setting 15 championship records including a new Andorran mark in the 200m butterfly.

Health•4 Related•May 03, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Minister Hails Nearby Sant Lluís Centre as Mental Health Relief

Andorra's Health Minister Helena Mas praises the Sant Lluís Mental Health Centre for its proximity and specialised subacute care, easing burdens on families who previously traveled far for treatment.

Multiple Accidents Close Key Roads into Andorra Amid Labour Day Traffic Surge

Two crashes disrupted access roads into Andorra on Saturday. C-14 remains blocked near Organyà, while N-145 has reopened after a collision treated four for minor injuries. Congestion worsens at borders amid holiday influx.

Politics•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 20:01

Andorra Rises to 60th in RSF Press Freedom Index Amid Global Decline

Despite worldwide media freedom erosion driven by restrictive laws and conflicts, Andorra improved slightly in the 2026 RSF index, though small size limits media independence and fosters elite influence.

N-145 Reopens After Head-On Crash Injures Four Near Andorra Border

A head-on crash between two cars blocked the N-145 in Valls de Valira, injuring four lightly amid heavy holiday traffic to Andorra. Emergency services cleared the scene, restoring normal flow by 4pm.

Business•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Tourism Minister Proposes Doubling Tourist Tax in Peak Seasons

Andorra plans a dynamic tourist tax system with higher peak-season rates based on market studies of neighboring countries. Changes require law amendments and sector consensus, potentially effective by late 2026 or 2027. Collections have stabilized post-2022 rollout.

Politics•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32

Macron's Andorra Visit Strengthens Ties Between Co-Princes, Ibáñez Says

Eduard Ibáñez praised French President Macron's visit as a pivotal event fostering closer coordination between Andorra's Co-Princes. He emphasized their complementary roles in moderating without political decisions and issuing a peace message to diplomats from 15 nations.

Politics•5 Related•May 01, 2026 • 17:31

Housing Activists Disrupt Espot's Speech with Whistles During Macron's Andorra Visit

Protesters from Sindicat d’Habitatge used whistles and chants to drown out Andorra's Head of Government Xavier Espot's speech at a public event with French Coprince Emmanuel Macron. They highlighted soaring rents, evictions, and lack of stable homes, focusing ire on local leaders.

Persistent Traffic Jams on Andorran Roads to Spanish Border During Labour Day Weekend

Outbound queues hit 2km on CG-1 Thursday; inbound delays exceeded 3km on N-145 Friday as holidaymakers flock in from Spain.

Business•5 Related•May 01, 2026 • 06:47

Andorra Approves Law Equalizing Maternity and Paternity Leave at 20 Weeks by 2030

Andorra's parliament unanimously enacts legislation to equalize maternity and paternity leave at 20 weeks by 2030, fostering work-family balance. Cross-party support highlights shared parental duties amid debates on implementation speed and gender equality consistency.

Business•2 Related•Apr 30, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra Hits €237M Financing Capacity in Q3 2025 on Services Surplus

Robust €689M services exports offset goods trade deficit, driving 112.1% current account surplus amid solid external finances.

Other•2 Related•Apr 30, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Court Hears Appeals in Rape Case Against Colombian Man

Prosecutors seek nine-year term, citing leniency in original six-year sentence with expulsion; defence demands acquittal over victim's pre-recorded testimony and evidence inconsistencies.

Other•5 Related•Apr 30, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra Police Arrest Several for Family Violence, Drugs, Drunk Driving

Authorities in Andorra conducted multiple arrests over the past week, targeting family violence in homes, property crimes at hotels and workshops, drug possession, and high-rate drunk driving incidents across parishes.

Business•2 Related•Apr 30, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra Minister Meets Skål Club Board to Boost Tourism Collaboration

Torres pledges government support for World Tourism Day on September 27 and emphasizes stronger ties among hospitality, travel, and business professionals in the Principality's key economic sectors.

Business•5 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 22:16

Andorra Cuts Work Permit Quota by 11% to 800 Amid Business Pushback

Andorran officials reduced the annual quota for residence and work permits to 800 from 900, citing slower population growth and quality-of-life goals. Business groups protest the cut will worsen labor shortages in key sectors.

Environment•3 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 19:46

Andorra Reviews Proposal to Limit Firecrackers Outside Holidays Amid Pet Welfare Concerns

Government forms working group to assess citizen initiative seeking regulated pyrotechnics use, preserving traditions like Saint John's Eve while addressing safety and neighbor impacts.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 17:01

Ordino's Geografies Cultural Cycle Spotlights Senegal to Mark 20 Years of Andorra Ties

Ordino's Geografies cycle (May 4-9) spotlights Senegal with free events on its history, culture and society to mark 20 years of Andorra ties; some need registration.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 14:31

Celtas Cortos and The Tyets to Headline Andorra la Vella's Extended Five-Day Summer Festival

Andorra la Vella's summer festival extends to five days (July 30-Aug 3) at Plaça Guillemó, adding a day for local acts like Els Senyora and Freyja alongside international stars.

Business•3 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Launches NODE Urban Impact Fellowship with MIT in Boston

Paid one-year programme for Andorran talent to analyse socioeconomic impacts of new NODE headquarters, blending time in Andorra and Boston from September 2026. Applications close 9 June.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 09:16

Andorran Feminists Urge Macron to Fully Legalize Abortion as Co-Prince

Feminist group presses French leader, in his co-prince role, for complete abortion legalisation in Andorra to match French standards and end women's travel burdens. Officials advocate balanced decriminalisation amid institutional constraints.

Andorra Bus Service Hits 2.25M Validations in Q1, February Peaks

Andorra's public buses operated 11 lines, with Coopalsa dominating usage. Weekday trips averaged 834 in March (up 13.9% YoY), weekends 527 (up 22%). Government subsidies hit €2.02M, covering 75.6% of operations.

Business•4 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 07:47

MoraBanc Reports €62.5M Profit, Record Assets in 2025 Approval

Shareholders endorsed strong 2025 results at the general meeting, with CEO Lluís Alsina outlining growth in Spain, Switzerland, and Miami, while President Joan Maria Nin stressed commitment to Andorra despite global tensions.

Business•4 Related•Apr 28, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Visitor Numbers Rise 10.5% to 714,488 in March

Andorra's Department of Statistics reports a tourism rebound, with sports and shopping leading motivations. Spanish border entries grew, offsetting French declines, while average overnight stays ticked up to 3.6 nights.

Environment•4 Related•Apr 28, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra's FEDA Plans 40MW Hydro Plant at l’Hospitalet with French Partners

The facility will act as a natural battery, storing summer water in France's Lac de Lanoux to generate power during high-demand winter periods, boosting Andorra's renewables and grid independence.

Other•5 Related•Apr 28, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Police Arrest Multiple Suspects in Weekend Assaults, Drugs, and Drunk Driving Cases

Andorran authorities detained several people over the weekend for violent family assaults, property damage at a hotel, drug possession with resistance, and high-alcohol drink-driving incidents across multiple parishes.