Andorran political and constitutional debates

Political discourse in Andorra has recently focused on the rise of populist rhetoric and the structure of parliamentary representation.

Initially, the Social Democratic Party (PS) raised alarms regarding the emergence of far-right and populist discourse within national political institutions. PS president Pere Baró identified the parliamentary group Andorra Endavant as a source of such rhetoric, warning that certain political stances and migratory control narratives are being imported from foreign contexts. Baró cautioned citizens against ‘empty words’ ahead of upcoming elections.

Following these concerns, debates emerged within the General Council regarding the effectiveness of the current electoral system. Baró questioned whether members elected from territorial lists prioritize party loyalty over the specific needs of the parishes they represent. Addressing this issue would necessitate a constitutional reform of Article 52, a process requiring a proposal by one-third of the councilors, approval by a two-thirds majority, and final ratification through a referendum.