Andorran Government Awards Contract for Renovation and Comfort Upgrades at Comapedrosa Mountain Hut December 4, 2024 The Government of Andorra has awarded the contract for the renovation and comfort upgrades of the Comapedrosa Mountain Hut to the construction company Construccions Modernes, S.A. The project, which has a budget of €2.2 million, is expected to be … Read more
Andorran Government Contracts Tool to Detect and Identify Illegal Tourist Accommodation on the Internet Andorra la Vella, December 4, 2024 – The Government of Andorra has contracted a new tool to detect and identify illegal tourist accommodation advertised on the internet, in order to strengthen compliance with regulations and guarantee fair competition in the sector. … Read more
Ester Molné Attends the Presentation of the New Mobile Brigade of the Hospitalet Gendarmerie, Which Will Strengthen the Joint Fight Against Smuggling Ester Molné attended the presentation of the new mobile brigade of the Hospitalet gendarmerie, which will strengthen the joint fight against smuggling. The Minister of the Presidency, Governance and Home Affairs highlighted the … Read more
Andorra Government Approves New Customs Code Bill to Align with EU Regulations and Digitize Processes Date: December 4, 2024 Source: Govern d’Andorra Andorra la Vella, Andorra – The Government of Andorra has approved a new Customs Code Bill to modernize Andorra’s customs regulations and align them with European Union standards. The new code aims to … Read more
Swiss Scientific Delegation Meets with Partners in Mexico and Colombia Geneva/Bern, 03 December 2024 – A Swiss scientific delegation, led by the State Secretary for Education, Research and Innovation, Martina Hirayama, visited Mexico and Colombia from 28 November to 2 December 2024. The delegation met with key partners in both countries to discuss bilateral cooperation … Read more
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: New Figures Indicate Further Action Needed Published Date: 2024-12-03 Source: Swiss Confederation Summary: New figures released by the Swiss Confederation show that sexual harassment in the workplace remains a significant issue in Switzerland. The study, conducted by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO), found that 22% of women and 6% of … Read more
Infrared Detectors Made from Quantum Dots: A Keener Eye for the Invisible December 3, 2024 Swiss Confederation Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) have developed a new type of infrared detector made from quantum dots. These detectors are far more sensitive than traditional infrared detectors, which could lead to a … Read more
Türkiye’s Foreign Minister to Participate in NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting Ankara, December 3, 2024 – H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, will participate in the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting scheduled to take place on December 5-6, 2024, in Brussels, Belgium. The meeting will provide a platform for Foreign Ministers … Read more
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