Press release – 2024 Sakharov Prize: interviews with the laureates and finalists 2024-12-03 10:03 The laureates and finalists of the 2024 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought have shared their thoughts on the importance of defending human rights and the challenges facing those who speak out against oppression. In an interview with the European Parliament, … Read more
ANA’s 2024 Environmental Statement ANA’s Environmental Management All Nippon Airways (ANA) has released its 2024 Environmental Statement that outlines the company’s environmental management initiatives and goals. The statement builds upon the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting resource conservation, and minimizing waste. Key Initiatives and Goals ANA has … Read more
International Telecommunication Union Experts Praise Andorran Government’s Digitalization and Digital Well-being Strategy On December 3, 2024, experts from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) commended the Andorran Government for its progress in implementing a comprehensive digitalization and digital well-being strategy. During a visit to Andorra, the ITU delegation met with government officials, industry leaders, and civil … Read more
Inclusive Business Network Expands to 43 with Addition of 3 New Companies Andorra la Vella, December 3, 2024 – The Inclusive Business Network of Andorra has grown to 43 members with the recent addition of three new companies: Andorra Telecom: A telecommunications company providing fixed and mobile services in Andorra. Crèdit Andorrà: A banking and … Read more
The expansion of the Animal Protection Center for Pets provides more comfort and promotes animal welfare The Department of the Environment and Sustainability has completed the work to expand the Animal Protection Center for Pets (CaPa), located in the town of Aixirivall de Sant Julià de Lòria. The new facilities, which have already been put … Read more
Andorra Government Awards the Creu dels Set Braços Posthumously to Josep Pintat Solans Andorra la Vella, December 3, 2024 – The Government of Andorra has posthumously awarded the Creu dels Set Braços (Cross of the Seven Arms) to Josep Pintat Solans, former Prime Minister of Andorra. The award acknowledges Pintat Solans’ significant contributions to the … Read more
Parliamentary focus on VET December 2, 2024 The Swiss Parliament has recently turned its focus on vocational education and training (VET). This move comes as the country faces a skills shortage in various sectors. The parliament is considering several measures to strengthen VET and make it more attractive to young people. One of the key … Read more
Press Release – Petitions Committee to Host Candidates for Next EU Ombudsman Brussels, 2 December 2024 – The European Parliament’s Committee on Petitions has announced that it will host public hearings for candidates for the next European Ombudsman. The current European Ombudsman, Emily O’Reilly, will conclude her five-year term in April 2025. In accordance with … Read more
New Envalira Tunnel Tolls Approved for 2025 Andorra, December 2, 2024 – The Government of Andorra has approved the new toll rates for the Envalira Tunnel for the year 2025. The new rates will come into effect on January 1, 2025. The new rates are as follows: Motorcycles: €7 Cars: €12 Buses: €24 Trucks and … Read more
Andorran Ministry of Education Launches Competition to Recognize Innovative Teaching Practices Promoting Reading in Schools Andorra la Vella, December 2, 2024 – The Andorran Ministry of Education (Ministeri d’Educació) has announced the launch of a new competition aimed at recognizing outstanding pedagogical innovations that foster reading habits among students. The competition, titled “Educació posa en … Read more