Albania to participate in World Urban Forum in Baku

Albania participates in the World Urban Forum 13 in Baku, organized by UN-Habitat.

Ervin Demo meets Azerbaijani Ambassador Anar Huseynov in Tirana to prepare Albania’s participation.

Demo says Albania strengthens its voice on housing, urban development, and local governance. He says the country uses the forum to promote sustainable and inclusive cities.

He highlights global challenges such as housing shortages, rapid urbanization, and climate change impacts. He also says Albania engages in international cooperation and exchanges best practices.

The forum brings together over 20,000 participants from more than 160 countries and includes governments, experts, and institutions working on urban development.

/a.c/

The post Albania to participate in World Urban Forum in Baku appeared first on RTSH English.

Original post Here

News
SPAK Brings New Charges Against Former Deputy PM Balluku

Tirana Times, August 07, 2026 — Albania’s Special Prosecution Office Against Corruption and Organized Crime has brought new allegations against former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, widening one of the most politically sensitive investigations since the country launched its justice reform. Balluku appeared before the special prosecution office, known as SPAK, …

News
Another section of Pan-European Transport Corridor VIII opens, works continue on Elbasan–Qafë Thana road

TIRANA, August 7 – Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that another section of Pan-European Transport Corridor VIII has opened for traffic as works continue on the Elbasan–Qafë Thana road axis. The new section stretches from the exit of Labinot-Fushë village to beyond Miraka village. It includes two lanes for both …

News
Football Federation approves Elite Youth Academy participation in youth championships

TIRANA, August 7 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation (FSHF) has approved the participation of Elite Youth Academy teams in the Abissnet Superiore U-16 and U-17 championships for the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 seasons. The decision aims to strengthen youth football development and create more opportunities for young …