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Environment•4 Related•May 06, 2026 • 19:31

Andorra Rangers Confirm Three Young Male Bears in Spring Incursion Zones

Three young male brown bears have emerged in Andorra after hibernation, spotted in typical border zones via camera traps and tracks. Officials stress calm coexistence, no incidents, and genetic tests pending to identify them.

Other•2 Related•May 06, 2026 • 12:46

France Honors Andorra Police and Mayor for Busting €1M Tobacco Smuggling Ring

French authorities commended Andorra's anti-fraud unit and Mayor Azahara Cascales for their role in dismantling a cross-border tobacco smuggling network worth one million euros via the pioneering Operation Aigua.

Second Phase of RN-22 Roadworks Begins Near Pas de la Casa

France's Dirso has launched works to stabilise embankments and improve drainage on the RN-22 highway to Pas de la Casa. Alternating traffic controls weekdays prioritise border flow, with full weekend access under speed limits.

Business•5 Related•May 06, 2026 • 07:16

IMF Warns Andorra Economy Slowing to 2.1% in 2026 Amid Inflation Spike

Andorra faces a sustained economic slowdown after strong expansion, with external shocks and fading internal momentum contributing. Inflation jumped to 4.9% in April, surpassing neighbors Spain and France.

Business•3 Related•May 05, 2026 • 12:46

French Officials Honor Andorran Police and Mayor for Busting €1M Tobacco Smuggling Ring

A joint probe uncovered a network smuggling tobacco worth one million euros, leading to multiple arrests and seizures across Andorra and France in coordinated raids from 2024 to 2026.

Politics•5 Related•May 05, 2026 • 11:01

French Tourist Detained in Andorra with War-Style Replica Weapons During Macron Visit

Police detained a 48-year-old French tourist in Pas de la Casa for carrying two realistic replica firearms during heightened security for President Macron's visit to Andorra as co-prince. The items were harmless but prompted precautionary arrest near the helicopter site.

Business•5 Related•May 05, 2026 • 07:17

IMF Warns Andorra Economy Slowing to 1.5% Growth by 2030 Amid Inflation Spike

Andorra faces a sustained economic slowdown after strong growth, with external pressures like Middle East conflict and high energy costs hitting tourism and trade. April CPI surged to 4.9%, exceeding Spain and France rates.

Politics•5 Related•May 05, 2026 • 07:17

Andorra's Xavier Espot Pushes Digital Protection at European Summit in Yerevan

Andorra's head of government detailed national initiatives against cyber threats and child protection at the 8th European Political Community summit. Leaders emphasized collective action on resilience and security amid geopolitical challenges.

Business•4 Related•May 04, 2026 • 20:01

Andbank Launches Financing for Pas de la Casa Bars to Comply with Terrace Ordinance

Andbank provides favorable financing to help Pas de la Casa bars and restaurants adapt terraces to a new Comú d’Encamp ordinance. The support counters challenges from reduced tourism due to a French landslide and access issues.

Culture•4 Related•May 04, 2026 • 19:16

Sant Julià de Lòria Gears Up for Fourth Spring Fair with €15,000+ Budget and Star Flamenco Acts

The three-day event from May 15-17 in Plaça de la Germandat features Seville performers La Quarta Cuerda, Javi Fute and Luis Romero, alongside local dance and food to boost parish businesses.

Environment•3 Related•May 04, 2026 • 11:47

Andorra Meteorological Service Issues Yellow Alert for Intense Afternoon Showers

Precipitation intensifies from midday Monday with stormy conditions, electrical activity, and possible light snow on peaks. Clouds ease by evening. Temperatures peak at 17°C in the capital before cooling.

Phase Two of RN-22 Roadworks Starts Near Pas de la Casa

France's Dirso has launched the second phase of RN-22 upgrades linking to Pas de la Casa, with alternating traffic weekdays and narrowed lanes weekends under a 30 km/h limit. Night closures planned for resurfacing.

Sports•4 Related•May 04, 2026 • 06:31

Andorran Arnau Soldevila Finishes 36th in Mathesyns Skyrace

Andorran mountaineer Arnau Soldevila paced cautiously on the 25km, 1,950m Mathesyns Skyrace course, reaching top 15 uphill but losing ground on descent amid injury recovery, finishing 36th.

Business•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra's Labour Day Passes Quietly Without Protests Amid Divided Workforce

Essential workers in tourism and retail labored on Labour Day to serve tourists, while others enjoyed the holiday, highlighting wage and work culture tensions.

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.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 18:31

Macron and Serrano Awarded Andorra's Highest Honor at Meritxell Sanctuary

French President Emmanuel Macron and Episcopal Co-Prince Josep-Lluís Serrano received Andorra's top distinction in a symbolic ceremony, pledging renewed service to its people amid celebrations at the historic Santuari de Meritxell.

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.

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.

Culture•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 19:01

Andorra la Vella Unveils Diverse 13th Jambo Festival Lineup for June 18-20

The free event in the Historic Centre spotlights rising international stars and a record 17 original Andorran bands, running daytime to midnight over three days to drive cultural and economic growth.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 13:31

Macron Visits Andorra as Co-Prince with Packed 24-Hour Agenda

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Andorra in his role as co-prince, focusing on healthcare challenges, reindustrialisation, and energy sustainability during a dense schedule of meetings and public events amid transport and business disruptions.

Sports•2 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 07:01

34th International Trophy Vila d’Andorra la Vella Draws Record 750 Judo Competitors from Europe

Club Judo Hantei-organized event at Pavelló Toni Martí featured cadet, senior, and base categories over two days, with participants from Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, and Romania.

Business•3 Related•Apr 25, 2026 • 16:01

French Savers Seek Macron's Help in Andorra Insurer AGA Collapse

Hundreds of French investors, mostly retirees from Occitanie, face major losses after Andorra's AGA insurer collapsed in 2019. They hope President Macron, as co-prince, intervenes during his April visit amid claims of mismanagement and undervalued assets.

Sports•2 Related•Apr 23, 2026 • 22:16