AGP Executive Report

Digital Infrastructure & Data Sovereignty: Andorra Telecom CEO Jordi Nadal says data sovereignty is shifting from where information sits to who controls it, as the operator pushes standalone 5G, data-centre evolution, eSIM and Apple Watch cellular connectivity, and the new NODE building. Public Safety & Forestry Tech: Sant Julià de Lòria rolls out early actions under a 2027–2030 forest management plan to cut wildfire risk, with 11 hectares treated near Juberri and drones flagged as a future tool for forest analysis and inventories. Finance & Retail Banking: MoraBanc highlights a hybrid model for keeping retail banking personal—digital for everyday tasks, in-branch guidance for complex decisions. AI & Jobs: A World Bank report warns AI job displacement risk is far higher in high-income countries (14.2% of jobs) than in low- and middle-income economies (4.5%). Energy Transition: Caribbean renewable-energy leaders stress institutions and investment to scale renewables, currently just 12% of the region’s energy mix. Business Markets: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners shares fall 5.45% despite a 5.8% rise in semiannual net profit, with growth in Iberia including Andorra.

Digital Infrastructure & Telecom: Andorra Telecom CEO Jordi Nadal says data sovereignty is about who controls information, as the company pushes standalone 5G, data-centre evolution, eSIM growth (25,000 sold), and new connectivity services like cellular Apple Watch. Tourism & Hospitality Workforce: Andorra’s hotel sector faces closure risk from staff shortages, but new overseas recruitment rules and EU Entry/Exit System experience are helping operators plan for winter, with occupancy forecasts rising to 67.5% in July and 83% in August. Forestry & Wildfire Resilience: Sant Julià de Lòria’s Comú starts actions under a 2027–2030 forest plan, managing 11 hectares near Juberri and using drones for analysis and inventories while shifting pine areas toward less flammable native species. AI & Jobs: A World Bank report flags higher AI job displacement risk in high-income countries (14.2% of jobs) versus low- and middle-income economies (4.5%), with Andorra listed among the sample. Energy Transition (Regional): Caribbean renewable energy leaders launch ASERT 2030 to strengthen institutions and speed up renewables adoption, currently only 12% of the Caribbean energy mix. Finance & Retail Banking: MoraBanc highlights a hybrid model—digital for everyday banking, in-person for complex decisions—to keep retail relationships personal. Sports (Local relevance): Andorra’s Hannes Jeschka wins a second GGMillion$ title on GGPoker, while Andorra’s presence also shows up in the WCOOP Boot Camp Thursday Thrill final table.

Digital Infrastructure & Data Sovereignty: Andorra Telecom CEO Jordi Nadal says the country’s digital transformation is moving into a new phase with standalone 5G, evolving data centres, and tourist-focused eSIM growth (25,000 sold so far), plus new cellular connectivity for Apple Watch. Tourism & Workforce: The Andorran Hotel Association warns that winter staffing remains the big pressure point as new EU Entry/Exit rules shape non-EU recruitment; July occupancy is expected around 67.5% and August about 83%. Forestry & Wildfire Resilience: Sant Julià de Lòria has started actions under a 2027–2030 forest management plan, managing 11 hectares near Juberri and using drones for analysis and inventories as it shifts pine areas toward less flammable native species. Finance & Retail Banking: MoraBanc highlights a hybrid model that keeps everyday banking digital while reserving in-branch guidance for complex, regulatory-compliant decisions. Energy & Jobs Outlook: A World Bank report flags higher AI job displacement exposure in high-income economies, listing Andorra among the countries under review.

Digital Infrastructure: Andorra Telecom is pushing the next phase of its digital transformation with standalone 5G rollout, data-centre evolution, eSIM growth (25,000 sold so far), and new cellular connectivity for Apple Watch—while CEO Jordi Nadal links the future of AI to stronger data sovereignty. Tourism & Hospitality Staffing: The Andorran Hotel Association warns winter hiring remains tight as EU Entry/Exit rules shape non-EU recruitment; occupancy is still expected to stay strong (about 67.5% in July, 83% in August). Forestry & Wildfire Risk: Sant Julià de Lòria has started early actions under a 2027–2030 forest plan, managing 11 hectares near Juberri to reduce wildfire risk and shift pine areas toward less flammable native species. Energy & Industry Context: A World Bank report highlights AI job displacement risk, noting high-income countries (including Andorra) face automation exposure far above lower-income economies. Cross-border Business: Black Horse Partners, headquartered in Barcelona and Andorra, is launching Nacaré Residences in Estepona (20 sea-view homes) with in-house planning, construction and long-term management.

Wildfire & Forest Management: Sant Julià de Lòria’s Comú has started the first actions of a new 2027–2030 forest plan, managing 11 hectares near Juberri to cut wildfire risk, boost forest health, and support biodiversity by shifting pine areas toward less flammable native species. Tourism & Staffing: Andorra’s hotel sector is bracing for winter hiring under EU Entry/Exit rules, with the Andorran Hotel Association pointing to strong summer occupancy (about 67.5% in July and 83% forecast for August) while still tackling labor shortages. Finance & Digital Banking: MoraBanc highlights a hybrid retail model—digital for everyday tasks, in-person guidance for complex decisions—aimed at keeping banking personal as services move online. Energy & AI Jobs: A World Bank report warns AI job displacement risk is far higher in high-income economies (14.2% of jobs highly automatable) than in low- and middle-income countries (4.5%), with Andorra listed among the countries flagged. Consumer Markets: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners shares fell 5.45% despite a 5.8% rise in semiannual profit, while reporting growth across Iberia including Spain and Andorra. Culture & Heritage: Auvinyà inaugurated a life-size equestrian Charlemagne sculptural group at the Port of Fontargent, crafted by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, expanding the parish’s historical art route. Gaming Industry: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with operations planned at Princess Grand Jamaica Resort under Grupo Orenes’ management.

AI & Jobs Risk: A new World Bank report says automation exposure is much higher in high-income economies, with 14.2% of jobs in those countries “highly amenable to automation” versus 4.5% in low- and middle-income economies—Andorra is listed among the high-income countries flagged. Tourism & Staffing: Andorra’s hotel sector is still facing closure risk tied to staff shortages, even as occupancy forecasts stay upbeat for the coming months. Wildfire Preparedness: Sant Julià de Lòria has started early actions under a new 2027–2030 forest management plan, including managing 11 hectares near Juberri and using drones for analysis and inventories. Local Finance Experience: MoraBanc is pushing a hybrid retail banking model—more routine services online, with in-branch support for bigger decisions. Hospitality Rules for Hiring: New EU Entry/Exit System recruitment regulations are landing as hotels scramble for winter staff, with Andorra adapting to the updated framework. Culture & Craft: Auvinyà inaugurated a life-size equestrian sculptural group honoring Charlemagne’s entry into Andorra, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio. Gaming & Investment Links: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with operations tied to Spanish gaming and hospitality group Orenes, which also has links to Andorra. Industry Watch: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners shares fell 5.45% after reporting semiannual profit up 5.8%, while noting growth in Iberia including Andorra.

Forest & Biodiversity: Sant Julià de Lòria (Andorra) has started the first actions of a new 2027–2030 forest management plan to cut wildfire risk and strengthen ecosystems, with 11 hectares treated near Juberri by thinning younger, less vigorous pine and encouraging less flammable native species like oaks and holm oaks. Retail Finance: MoraBanc is reshaping branch work by pushing everyday banking online while keeping in-person guidance for bigger decisions, aiming to match the right service model to each client need. Hospitality Workforce: Andorra’s hotel sector is still under closure risk from staff shortages, even as new overseas recruitment rules roll out; the Andorran Hotel Association expects July occupancy around 67.5% and August near 83%. Tourism & Culture: Auvinyà inaugurated a life-size equestrian sculptural installation of Charlemagne entering Andorra via Port of Fontargent, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio. Energy & Industry Watch: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners reported H1 growth in Iberia (including Andorra) and kept full-year forecasts, though its shares fell over 5% after the results.

Soft Drinks & Local Economy: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners shares slid 5.45% after its half-year results showed net profit up 5.8% to €991m and revenue rising 4.4% to €10.724bn, with Iberia (Spain, Portugal and Andorra) delivering €1.639bn (+5.4%) as sugar-free, energy and hydration categories kept growing. Wildfire Preparedness: Sant Julià de Lòria kicked off the first actions of a new 2027–2030 forest management plan, treating 11 hectares near Juberri to cut wildfire risk and boost biodiversity, including reducing parts of pine stands to encourage less flammable native species. Hospitality Workforce: Andorra’s hotel sector is pushing ahead with new overseas recruitment rules as staff shortages still threaten closures, while occupancy forecasts point to 67.5% in July and 83% in August. Finance, But Human: MoraBanc highlights a hybrid retail banking model—online for everyday needs, in-branch guidance for bigger decisions—aimed at keeping service personal as digital use grows. Tourism & Culture: Auvinyà inaugurated a life-size Charlemagne equestrian sculptural group, adding to Andorra’s historical route and drawing officials including the Head of Government. Gaming Regulation: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with operations planned at Princess Grand Jamaica Resort under Grupo Orenes.

Hospitality & Labor: Andorra’s hotel sector is still facing closure risk as staff shortages bite, even as occupancy is holding up—industry leaders forecast July around 67.5% and August near 83%, with recruitment rules for non-EU workers a key pressure point. Finance & Retail Banking: MoraBanc highlights a hybrid model for keeping retail banking personal in a digital age, shifting everyday services online while reserving in-branch guidance for complex decisions. Tourism & Culture: Auvinyà (Sant Julià de Lòria) inaugurated a life-size equestrian sculptural installation of Charlemagne, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, expanding the local historical-art route. Real Estate & Construction: Black Horse Partners selected Estepona for Nacaré Residences, its first southern Spain project, planning 20 sea-view homes and positioning the scheme as a premium Costa del Sol development. Gaming Regulation: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator’s licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with operations linked to Grupo Orenes—an example of how regulated gaming is being used to diversify tourism. Energy & Policy (Caribbean): A regional renewable energy capacity programme (ASERT 2030) calls for stronger institutions and investment to raise renewable adoption, currently at about 12% of the energy mix.

Retail Banking in Andorra: MoraBanc is reshaping branch work with a hybrid model—everyday tasks move online, while complex moments (investments, financing, retirement, protection, business needs) trigger in-person, regulatory-compliant guidance. Tourism & Jobs: Andorra’s hotel sector is still under closure risk from staff shortages, even as the Andorran Hotel Association forecasts strong occupancy (67.5% in July, 83% in August) and discusses new overseas recruitment rules ahead of winter. Hospitality Workforce Rules: The EU Entry/Exit System is already being absorbed by establishments, but non-EU hiring remains a key operational pressure point for hotels planning the next season. Culture & Craft: Auvinyà (Sant Julià de Lòria) inaugurated a life-size Charlemagne equestrian sculptural group by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, adding to the parish’s historical-art route. Real Estate Development: Black Horse Partners, headquartered in Barcelona and Andorra, is launching Nacaré Residences in Estepona (20 homes with sea views), its first southern Spain project. Industry Watch: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with Grupo Orenes set to manage the Princess Grand Jamaica Resort venue.

Andorra Hospitality & Labour: Andorra’s hotel sector is bracing for winter staffing pressure as new overseas recruitment rules land, with the Andorran Hotel Association expecting July occupancy around 67.5% and August near 83%, while operators adapt to EU Entry/Exit System requirements for non-EU hiring. Local Culture & Craft: In Auvinyà (Sant Julià de Lòria), a new life-size equestrian sculptural installation honoring Charlemagne was inaugurated, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, expanding the parish’s historical-art route. Tourism Lifestyle (Catalonia): For visitors heading to Barcelona, several restored masia country-house stays near the city are being promoted as a slower, more rural alternative focused on gastronomy, nature and privacy. Real Estate Development (Spain/Andorra-linked firm): Black Horse Partners, headquartered in Barcelona and Andorra, launched Nacaré Residences in Estepona with 20 sea-view homes, positioning the project as a premium Costa del Sol addition. Travel Advisory (Spain): The U.S. Embassy in Spain and Andorra issued updated “do not travel” and “reconsider travel” alerts tied to the migrant influx into Ceuta and Melilla, citing unpredictable and dangerous situations.

Hospitality Workforce: Andorra’s hotel sector is bracing for winter staffing pressure as new EU overseas recruitment rules roll out, with the Andorran Hotel Association expecting July occupancy around 67.5% and August near 83%, while managers say non-EU hiring is now easier to plan but still tight. Local Culture & Heritage: Auvinyà (Sant Julià de Lòria) inaugurated a life-size sculptural equestrian tribute to Charlemagne, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, with Andorra’s Head of Government Xavier Espot and the French ambassador attending. Real Estate & Construction Links: Black Horse Partners, headquartered in Barcelona and Andorra, launched Nacaré Residences in Estepona (Costa del Sol), a 20-home luxury project built with a planning-to-handover delivery model using architects, engineers, lawyers and economists. Tourism & Regulation Watch: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with operations planned at the Princess Grand Jamaica Resort and oversight focused on anti-money laundering, responsible gaming and monitoring integration. Travel Safety Signal: The U.S. issued a “do not travel” warning for Americans in Spain’s Ceuta and Melilla after a surge of migrants from Morocco raised safety concerns.

Tourism & Labor: Andorra’s hotel sector is still staring at closure risk as staff shortages bite, even as the Andorran Hotel Association forecasts July occupancy around 67.5% and August near 83%, with new rules for recruiting non-EU workers under the EU Entry/Exit System shaping how winter staffing plans are built. Local Culture & Craft: Auvinyà (Sant Julià de Lòria) inaugurated a life-size equestrian sculptural installation honoring Charlemagne’s legendary entry via the Port of Fontargent, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, with support from his brother Àlex, and backed by government and diplomatic attendance. Real Estate & Construction: Black Horse Partners, headquartered in Barcelona and Andorra, has launched Nacaré Residences in Estepona as its first southern Spain project—20 homes with sea views, delivered through planning-to-handover management by a multidisciplinary team. Industry Watch (Gaming): Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator’s licence to Adamas Grand Casino for the Princess Grand Jamaica Resort, requiring anti-money laundering controls, responsible gaming, surveillance, and integration with the regulator. Travel Advisory (Context): The U.S. issued a “do not travel” warning for Americans heading to Spain’s Ceuta and Melilla after a surge of migrants created “unpredictable and dangerous situations.” Sports & Mental Health: A cycling guide’s public account of surviving a suicide attempt highlights the pressure and recovery realities behind elite sport.

Hotel Staffing & Recruitment: Andorra’s hotels are still facing closure risk as labour shortages bite, even as occupancy expectations stay upbeat (around 67.5% in July and 83% in August), with new overseas recruitment rules arriving as the winter hiring push ramps up. Local Culture & Craft: Auvinyà (Sant Julià de Lòria) unveiled a life-size equestrian sculptural installation honoring Charlemagne’s legendary entry via the Port of Fontargent, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio, with support from local artists and officials including Head of Government Xavier Espot. Industry & Investment (Spain): Black Horse Partners chose Estepona for Nacaré Residences, its first southern Spain project, planning 20 sea-view homes (apartments and duplex penthouses) delivered with an in-house team spanning planning, construction, and ongoing management. Tourism Regulation (Global): Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator’s licence to Adamas Grand Casino, with operations planned at the Princess Grand Jamaica Resort under Grupo Orenes’ management—highlighting how regulated gaming is being positioned for jobs and tourism diversification. Migration Safety Alert (Spain): The U.S. issued a “do not travel” warning for Americans heading to Ceuta and Melilla after a surge of migrants from Morocco, citing unpredictable and dangerous situations.

Hospitality Workforce: Andorra’s hotel sector is still staring at closure risk as staff shortages bite, even as the Andorran Hotel Association forecasts July occupancy around 67.5% (+2 points) and August near 83%. EU Hiring Rules: The sector is also preparing for winter recruitment under the EU Entry/Exit System, saying most establishments have already adapted after uncertainty during the 2025–2026 season. Local Culture & Craft: In Sant Julià de Lòria, Auvinyà inaugurated a life-size equestrian sculptural group honoring Charlemagne’s legendary entry via Port of Fontargent, created by master blacksmith Jacobo Franco Asensio with support from his brother. Tourism Gaming Regulation: Jamaica issued its first regulated casino operator licence to Adamas Grand Casino for a site at Princess Grand Jamaica Resort, requiring anti-money laundering controls, responsible gaming steps, surveillance, and monitoring integration.

Regulated Gaming Expansion: Jamaica has issued its first casino gaming operator’s licence to Adamas Grand Casino, allowing it to run a casino at the Princess Grand Jamaica Resort in Green Island, Hanover, under Grupo Orenes’ management; the CGC says the approval followed due diligence on ownership, finances, integrity and capability, with required anti-money laundering controls, responsible gaming steps, surveillance systems and technical integration with regulators. Andorra-Linked Business Footprint: Grupo Orenes’ role ties the new Jamaican licence back to the company’s existing gaming and hospitality operations, including in Andorra. Real Estate & Construction: Black Horse Partners, headquartered in Barcelona and Andorra, has selected Estepona for Nacaré Residences—its first southern Spain project—covering planning through handover and ongoing management, with 20 sea-view homes (15 apartments, five duplex penthouses) and Mediterranean-inspired design. Food & Consumer Leisure: A pizzeria and a sourdough bakery get local buzz, but the coverage is more lifestyle than industry. Sports & Mental Health: A cycling guide’s suicide story highlights pressure and recovery in professional sport, while a Tour de France Femmes column focuses on injury comeback.