AGP Executive Report

Housing Crisis Protest: About 1,500 people marched in Andorra la Vella on May 16, the biggest protest in the principality’s history, with families, young people and older residents demanding real solutions and chanting “No people without homes, ni casa sense gent.” Sports Betting Scrutiny: In the U.S., a Senate subcommittee is set to hold a hearing on Wednesday on how sports gambling is affecting the integrity of professional sports, after recent game-rigging indictments. Ukraine Tribunal Momentum: In Europe, 36 countries backed a special tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression, with Andorra among the supporters, while Georgia stayed out and Bulgaria did not back the EU-linked step. Andorra in the Tribunal Pipeline: Andorra is also listed as intending to join the tribunal’s management committee framework, keeping the process moving toward a Hague-based court. Pujol Case Watch: In Madrid, the Pujol family trial wrapped up, but the core question—where the Andorra-linked funds came from—remains disputed.

Sports Betting Scrutiny: The U.S. Senate is set to hold a hearing on Wednesday on how legalized sports gambling is affecting the integrity of pro sports, after record wagering and multiple game-rigging indictments; witnesses include industry-linked figures and a prominent critic who says leagues profit from data and ties to betting firms. Andorra Housing Protest: Around 1,500 people marched in Andorra la Vella on May 16, calling for real solutions to the housing crisis and targeting the government with chants echoed from earlier Macron-related events. Ukraine Tribunal Momentum: In Chisinau, European-backed plans for a Special Tribunal over Russia’s aggression kept expanding, with Andorra among the states signaling support as the “point of no return” phase moves toward judges and prosecutors. Andorra Digital Push: Andorra is preparing a “sovereign cloud” service catalogue with major cloud providers, aiming for centrally negotiated access while keeping sovereignty and security guarantees. Monaco Rugby Sevens: Monaco’s rugby sevens team is gearing up for the Rugby Europe Trophy Championship after a strong run that included success in Andorra.

Housing Pressure in Andorra: About 1,500 people marched on May 16 to demand real solutions to the housing crisis, with families and young people filling the streets and slogans aimed directly at the government. Ukraine Tribunal Momentum: In Chisinau, European states backed a Special Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression, with Andorra among those signaling intent to join the tribunal’s governing framework—while Georgia stayed out, arguing it would “monitor” how states treat its own regime. Andorra’s Digital Push: Andorra Digital is moving from planning to rollout, with a sovereign cloud services catalogue due to launch June 10, backed by major cloud providers under national sovereignty and security requirements. Football Talent Pipeline: Shamrock Rovers’ Stephen Bradley era keeps paying off—Ed McGinty and Adam Brennan have been called into Ireland friendlies, adding to a growing list of capped players.

Housing Pressure in Andorra: About 1,500 people marched in Andorra la Vella on May 16, the biggest protest in the principality’s history, demanding real solutions to the housing crisis and echoing earlier anger after Xavier Espot’s public remarks. Ukraine Tribunal Momentum: In Chișinău, European Council members backed a Special Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression, with 34 of 46 states plus the EU signaling intent to join the “Enlarged Partial Agreement” that sets up the tribunal’s steering work—Andorra is listed among the supporters. Georgian Rift: Georgia refused to join the tribunal agreement, drawing sharp criticism from opposition figures who accuse the government of trading away national interests. Andorra Digital Push: Andorra is moving ahead with a “sovereign cloud” model via Andorra Digital, using framework deals with major cloud providers to expand public-sector cloud services under sovereignty and security rules.

Housing Protest: About 1,500 people marched through Andorra la Vella on May 16, calling for solutions to the housing crisis and ending outside the government building—families, young people, and older residents carrying banners like “Ni gent sense casa, ni casa sense gent.” International Justice: Andorra remains in the fast-moving push for a Special Tribunal over Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, with the “point of no return” momentum building across Europe and the EU. Digital Sovereignty: On June 10, Andorra is set to unveil a “sovereign cloud” service catalogue, using framework agreements with major cloud providers while promising security and sovereignty guarantees. Legal Spotlight: The wider Iberian political-news orbit also includes the Pujol family corruption trial in Madrid, where the origin of Andorra-linked funds is still the central fight.

Special Tribunal Momentum: Georgia refused to join the agreement creating the committee for the Special Tribunal on Russia’s crime of aggression, even as 36 countries backed the “point of no return” push in Chisinau and the EU moves to join the mechanism. Andorra in the Mix: Andorra is listed among the states backing the tribunal framework, keeping pressure on the next steps—judges, prosecutors, rules, and financing. Andorra Digital Push: On 10 June, Andorra will unveil a “sovereign cloud” service catalogue via framework agreements with major cloud providers, aiming for sovereignty and security guarantees across public and private use. Education & Startups: Andorra, France and Morocco are discussing a dual-degree model, with a September 2026 postgraduate track aimed at AI-driven startup building using no-code tools. Local Legal Fallout: The Pujol family trial in Madrid ends without the origin of Andorra-linked funds being fully settled, as prosecutors and defense clash over inheritance versus corruption.

Special Tribunal Momentum: Georgia refused to take part in building the special tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression, even as 36 countries move ahead with the “point of no return” push toward a court in The Hague. Andorra’s Role: Andorra is already among the participating states backing the tribunal framework, alongside a growing list that includes Monaco and the EU. Digital Transformation: Andorra is set to unveil a “sovereign cloud” service catalogue on 10 June, using framework agreements with major cloud providers to keep sovereignty and security guarantees. Education & Startups: A new Andorra–France–Morocco dual-degree plan is in the works, with a September 2026 postgraduate track aimed at AI-driven, no-code entrepreneurship. Local Spotlight: The Pujol family trial in Spain ends in Madrid, but the origin of Andorra-linked funds remains the unresolved flashpoint.

Andorra’s Digital Push: Andorra is set to unveil on 10 June a “sovereign cloud” service catalogue, using framework agreements to let public and private users buy cloud solutions from major providers with sovereignty and security guarantees. Startup Pipeline: The European University of Andorra (eUniv) is also working with Paris-Dauphine and Moroccan universities on a dual-degree credit-recognition plan, with a September 2026 postgraduate track aimed at building AI-driven startups using no-code tools. Ukraine Accountability Drive: The Special Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression keeps gaining momentum: 36 countries have signed on, with Andorra among the participants, and the Council of Europe process is moving toward final votes in Moldova. Georgian Politics: Georgia’s Strong Georgia–Lelo warns that the Georgian Dream government is “trading in values” after refusing to join the tribunal agreement. Sports & Society: A separate wave of coverage includes England’s World Cup squad planning amid Ben White’s knee injury, and Spain topping Europe’s LGBTQIA+ rights rankings while the UK drops.

Special Tribunal Momentum: 36 countries—Andorra included—have signed on to a Special Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, with the court set to be based in The Hague and framed as a “point of no return,” even as officials stress it will still face limits in bringing Vladimir Putin to justice. EU Push: The EU has also moved to join the tribunal’s management framework, adding to the growing list of backers ahead of a Council of Europe vote in Moldova. Andorra in the Spotlight: In Spain, the long-running Pujol family case tied to money held in Andorra has ended in Madrid, but the key question—where the funds came from—remains unresolved, with prosecutors and the defense still locked in a fight over corruption versus inheritance. Digital Sovereignty: Andorra is set to unveil a “sovereign cloud” service catalogue on 10 June, using framework deals with major cloud providers while aiming to keep security and sovereignty guarantees.

Ukraine Tribunal Momentum: “Point of no return” language is back as 36 countries sign on to a Special Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression, with the court based in The Hague and Council of Europe ministers endorsing the tribunal’s management structure. EU Joins In Full: The EU has now formally moved to join the tribunal’s management framework, adding political weight as more states line up for the May Council of Europe vote in Moldova. Andorra in the Mix: Andorra is named among the participating countries, underscoring how small states are shaping big accountability efforts. Andorra Court Spotlight: In Spain, the Pujol family trial ends without the key question solved—where the Andorra-linked funds came from—while prosecutors push back hard against claims the case is political. Local Economy Angle: A new study ranks Andorra among the more affordable “tax-free” destinations for expats, even as tourism and travel costs keep shifting across Europe.

Special Tribunal Momentum: Switzerland is set to join the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Russian Aggression against Ukraine, with the legal formalization agreement due to be voted on at the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers meeting in Moldova on May 15—another step after the EU moved to join and countries like Andorra and Monaco already signed on. Andorra Digital Push: Andorra is preparing a “sovereign cloud” model and, on June 10, will unveil a national catalogue of cloud services with framework agreements with major providers, aiming for sovereignty and security guarantees. Council of Europe Agenda: Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka will attend the Council of Europe ministerial meeting in Chișinău, where migration and Russia’s war against Ukraine are expected to dominate. Sports & Politics Spillover: In Spain, the Pujol corruption trial continues as prosecutors reject claims it’s a political case, while FC Andorra-linked Gerard Piqué faces football sanctions after an incident with officials. Tourism Watch: Armenia reported a 17.2% jump in foreign tourist arrivals in Q1 to about 453,100.

International Justice Push: Switzerland is set to join the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Russian Aggression against Ukraine, with the legal formalization agreement due to be voted on at the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers meeting in Moldova on May 15—continuing a fast-growing coalition that already includes Andorra and Monaco, and now the EU moving to join as well. EU Foreign Policy: Ukraine’s foreign minister Andrii Sybiha says the EU will join the tribunal’s management framework, after earlier EU funding and steps toward founding membership. Andorra Tech: Andorra is preparing a “sovereign cloud” model via a new national initiative, with Google, Amazon, Oracle and Microsoft partners, aiming for centrally negotiated access to cloud services under sovereignty and security requirements. Migration & Borders: Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka will attend a Council of Europe ministerial in Chișinău focused on migration and Russia’s war. Tourism Watch: Armenia reported a 17.2% jump in foreign tourists in Q1 to 453,100.

Special Tribunal Momentum: Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says the EU will join the Special Tribunal mechanism for Russia’s crime of aggression, adding to a fast-growing roster that already includes Andorra and Monaco—while the Council of Europe is set to vote on the tribunal’s legal framework in Moldova. Andorra Digital Push: Andorra is preparing a “sovereign cloud” model, unveiled June 10, using framework deals with major cloud providers to let public and private users buy cloud services with sovereignty and security guarantees. Football Fallout in Andorra: FC Andorra owner Gerard Piqué remains at the center of Spain’s disciplinary storm after bans tied to a referee confrontation—Andorra says the referee’s account is inaccurate. World Cup Logistics: Iraq denies a visa crisis ahead of the 2026 World Cup, insisting all squad members have entry approval. Travel & Lifestyle: Accor and Ennismore launched summer hotel sales for July 3–Sept 7, booking until May 17.

Football Pressure on England: Ben White’s knee injury has thrown England’s right-back race into chaos ahead of World Cup 2026, with Thomas Tuchel having used eight different starters in that role and now opening the door for Trent Alexander-Arnold. Andorra Digital Push: On 10 June, Andorra will roll out a “sovereign cloud” model via Andorra Digital, letting public and private users pick from eight cloud solutions under national sovereignty and security guarantees, in partnership with major global providers. Ukraine Justice Track: Andorra and Monaco are moving deeper into the Special Tribunal process on Russia’s aggression, as more states line up and the Council of Europe vote approaches. Pujol Trial Fallout: In Madrid, the Pujol family’s lawyers and prosecutors are trading sharper claims over whether the corruption case is political, with prosecutors insisting it’s about alleged crimes tied to long-running concealed funds. FC Andorra Turmoil: Gerard Piqué’s latest sanctions after a referee row keep FC Andorra in the spotlight, with bans and club restrictions adding pressure as the season tightens.

Digital Sovereignty Push: Andorra is set to unveil on 10 June a “sovereign cloud” model, using framework agreements to let users pick from eight cloud solutions while keeping national guarantees on sovereignty, security, and best practices—built through the new Andorra Digital entity (75% state-funded, 25% via Andorra Telecom). Justice & Diplomacy: Andorra and Monaco have joined the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Russian Aggression against Ukraine, with the agreement heading to a Council of Europe vote in Moldova on May 14–15 as more countries line up. Regional Security Cooperation: Cyprus has also signaled it will join the tribunal agreement, adding momentum to the effort. Sports Fallout in Andorra: FC Andorra owner Gerard Piqué faces Spanish federation sanctions after a referee dispute—this week’s coverage centers on his bans and the club’s challenge to the referee’s account. EU Crime Prevention: The EU backed tougher action on firearms trafficking at UN talks in Vienna, with Andorra listed among aligning states.

Special Tribunal Momentum: Cyprus says it will join the Enlarged Partial Agreement to create a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine, adding to the growing list that already includes Andorra and Monaco. Football Fallout in Andorra: FC Andorra owner Gerard Piqué faces fresh legal heat after Spain’s football authorities imposed bans tied to his referee confrontation—while a separate case now reports he was fined €200,000 for insider trading linked to stock trades. Prosecutors vs Politics in Catalonia: Anti-corruption prosecutors accuse the Pujol family of trying to turn their trial into a political fight, insisting the charges are about concealed wealth and contract-linked payments. Diplomacy Updates: Estonia appoints new ambassadors to Ukraine, Hungary and Moldova as it refreshes its European postings. EU Security Push: At UN talks in Vienna, the EU backs tougher action on illicit firearms trafficking, including funding for a new UNODC global study.