EU-Andorra Deal: The EU Council has approved the association agreement with Andorra (and San Marino), clearing the way for signature and provisional application. It aims at deeper participation in an enlarged internal market on equal rules, plus cooperation in areas like research, education, social policy, environment, consumer protection and regional ties—while financial services access will be gradual and tied to regulatory and supervisory assessments. Sports & Politics Crossovers: Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final, setting up a Spain-Argentina showdown that also keeps Andorra’s football links in the spotlight via FC Andorra’s Gerard Piqué. Andorra in the Tech Ecosystem: Kenmei is pushing intent-based agentic AI for network operations, backed by Telefónica, MasOrange and Andorra Telecom, as telcos race toward more autonomous networks. Local Mobility/Access: South Africa published a visa-free list that includes Andorra for 90-day stays in 2026, underscoring how Andorra’s passport access continues to matter internationally. Security Debate: A Spanish influencer says she bought self-defense items in Andorra and used them to criticize Barcelona’s insecurity and immigration—fueling renewed debate that spills across borders.