Ferit Hoxha meets Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis in Delphi
Ferit Hoxha held a meeting with Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis on the sidelines of the Delphi Economic Forum. They continued a constructive dialogue on Albanian–Greek relations. Hoxha said the meeting followed earlier talks between the two Prime Ministers in Athens. He said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen …
Taulant Balla meets EU rapporteur Andreas Schieder in Brussels
Taulant Balla met EU rapporteur Andreas Schieder in Brussels to discuss Albania’s EU integration process and progress on reforms. Balla said the EU report on Albania, which will be voted on in AFET on 5 May, recognizes the country’s achievements. He described the report as an important roadmap that evaluates …
Edi Rama says Albania has a long tradition of hospitality
Edi Rama said Albania has a strong tradition of hospitality during a discussion with Alexis Papahelas at the Delphi Economic Forum. Rama explained that Albania has historically protected people in danger. He mentioned that during World War II, Albania sheltered Jews and did not hand them over to the Nazis. …
Archangels Monastery in Derviçan Declared a ‘Cultural Monument’
The Archangels Monastery in Derviçan, one of the many churches and monasteries of the Drino Valley, has been declared a Category I Cultural Monument. The approval of the project paves the way for the start of implementation works, which aim to restore the monastery’s function and livability, turning it into …
New schemes for farmers, Minister Salla for Euronews Albania: We will support them with budgets
The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Andis Salla, in a live connection on Euronews Albania’s program “Euronews Now” with Thimi Samarxhiu, spoke about Agriculture Week and the new schemes for farmers. During his remarks, Salla stated that they are currently out in the field. He emphasized that they are …
Delphi Economic Forum, Hoxha meets Greek minister: A new chapter in bilateral relations
The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, held a meeting with his Greek counterpart, George Gerapetritis, during the Delphi Economic Forum. Through a post on the platform X, Hoxha shared details from the meeting, noting that they reaffirmed their joint commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation. Hoxha added that …
“Montenegro closer to the EU,” Kos: Member states begin accession treaty procedures
The European Union Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, announced in a post on X that Montenegro is very close to joining the European Union. In her post, Kos emphasized that Member States have decided to begin drafting Montenegro’s Accession Treaty to the EU, a process which, according to her, is …
US after Whitaker’s visit to Kosovo: Advancing shared security interests
The United States and Kosovo are continuing to advance “shared security interests” and “strengthen regional stability.” This was stated by the U.S. Embassy in Pristina in a social media post following the conclusion of the visit to Kosovo by the U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker. “His visit highlighted Kosovo’s …
Fire at “Farmacia 10”, Tirana Municipal Council approves financial aid for affected families
The Tirana Municipal Council has approved financial assistance for families affected by the fire in a residential building on Rruga e Dibrës. It is reported that at least 30 families will receive compensation of 40,000 lek per month as a rent bonus for temporary housing. “Fortunately, based on the inspections, …
Jutta Benzenberg presents diaspora photo project in Tirana
Photographer Jutta Benzenberg presents a special project titled “Zemra mes këtej dhe andej” (“Heart Between Here and There”) at the Prime Minister’s Office Library in Tirana. The project explores the Albanian diaspora through photography. In cooperation with GIZ Albania, Benzenberg displays 16 portraits accompanied by personal stories, journeys, and reflections …