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Dutch Ambassador Meets SPAK Chief and Prosecutor General, Judicial Cooperation in Focus

The Dutch Ambassador to Albania, Marleen Monster, has met with Prosecutor General Olsian Çela and the head of SPAK, Klodian Braho. The meetings focused on cooperation between the two countries, strengthening the rule of law, and protecting the independence of justice institutions in Albania. During the discussions, the ambassador praised …

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Albania Allocates €40 Million to Foreign Ministry in 2027, Minister Hoxha Says EU Negotiations Remain Top Priority

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs will have a budget of 3.9 billion lek, approximately €40 million, for 2027, marking a 6% increase compared to the previous year. The draft budget was presented by Minister Ferit Hoxha to the Parliamentary Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs. Of the total …

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Rama Shares Video of Mini-Stadium Construction in Katundi i Ri, Durrës: Built to UEFA Standards

Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared a video on his Facebook page showing the ongoing construction of a mini-stadium featuring a modern football pitch in Katundi i Ri, Durrës. Through the video, the prime minister announced that the mini-stadium is being built in accordance with UEFA standards, in cooperation with …

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Anti Government Protests in Albania

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Military industry advances towards alliance standards

Defence Minister Ermal Nufi says the country is developing its military industry and domestic production capacity. The state-owned company KAYO has established 6 commercial partnerships, while local assembly of armoured vehicles has begun. This progress builds on work launched in 2024 to establish the legal and industrial foundations for domestic …

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Elbasani Stage a Comeback Against Laçi as Skënderbeu and Vllaznia Share the Points

Elbasani came from behind to beat Laçi 2-1, while Skënderbeu and Vllaznia played out a 1-1 draw in Sunday’s two other fixtures of Week 10 of Albania’s Abissnet Superiore. In Korçë, Skënderbeu and Vllaznia shared the points after an evenly contested encounter. The hosts dominated the first half and created …

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Albania aims to lead in public-sector artificial intelligence by 2030

Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj says artificial intelligence will extend across all levels of public administration. The goal is to make Albania a leader and a reference point for public-sector use of the technology by 2030. In a video message on social media, the minister said work on integration …

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Tefta Tashko-Koço: The Voice That Gave Albanian Songs a Timeless Elegance

Born far from Albania, in the Egyptian city of Faiyum, Tefta Tashko-Koço would become one of the most celebrated voices in the country’s musical history. Her remarkable soprano brought together the refinement of European classical music and the emotional depth of Albanian urban folk songs, creating an artistic legacy that …

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Orikum pumping station near Vlora improves flood protection for 460 hectares

Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla visited the Orikum pumping station following the completion of its reconstruction. The investment aims to improve flood protection for agricultural land. The station had lost drainage capacity because of ageing infrastructure. The project replaced 4 old electric pumps with modern submersible pumps. It …

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PM Rama: 19 digital services now available to pensioners through voice commands

Prime Minister Edi Rama says pensioners can now use 19 services on the e-Albania platform through voice commands with the help of virtual assistant Diella. Users can also access the platform through Face ID or fingerprint recognition after activation. In a video shared on social media, Rama demonstrated how Diella …