EU-Andorra/San Marino Deal: The EU Council has approved the signing and provisional application of a comprehensive association agreement with Andorra and San Marino, aiming for closer ties and participation in an enlarged internal market on a level playing field, with financial services access set to be gradual and tied to assessments of regulatory and supervisory soundness. Visa Rules for Business Travel: Germany published its 2026 list of 62 visa-free countries for short stays up to 90 days (no work allowed), and Andorra is included—useful for cross-border meetings and tourism planning. Andorra in Sport: Pal Arinsal hosted the latest UCI Mountain Bike World Cup stop, with Andorra featuring in the elite cross-country calendar as Bjorn Riley won the men’s short track and Jenny Rissveds took the women’s sprint. Local Economy (Vella la Vella): CEMA’s “Farmers First” initiative is boosting rural cash flow and market access for cocoa and copra farmers in Vella Lavella, with more local trade activity following direct sales via CEMA agents. Organised Crime & Finance: Italian prosecutors allege a mafia-linked druglord hid a $230m fortune using offshore-style networks of bankers, lawyers and brokers across nine jurisdictions—another reminder of the business risks behind weak financial controls.