TIRANA, June 25 – Canadian media outlet “HOLR Magazine” describes Albania as one of Europe’s most exciting emerging destinations. The publication highlights a journey from the Albanian Alps to the Shala River and the Ionian Riviera. The article says Albania remained outside mainstream European tourism for years. It adds that …

TIRANA, June 25 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will face relatively stable atmospheric conditions on Thursday. The weather will feature clear skies. It will also include alternating cloudiness. In addition, light rainfall will affect most of the territory from midday to the afternoon. Meanwhile, isolated thunderstorms with lightning …

President Bajram Begaj attended an event marking the 100th anniversary of the Tirana Prefecture, where he praised the institution’s historic role in strengthening public administration and connecting central government with local communities. During his address, Begaj said that the prefecture’s establishment in 1926 reflected Albania’s commitment to modernization and the …

The State Agency for Strategic Programming and Aid Coordination, known as SASPAC, continues to support Albanian municipalities in accessing European Union programs and funding opportunities.   Speaking at the meeting “Municipalities and Cohesion Policies,” SASPAC Director General Eridana Çano highlighted the agency’s efforts to help local governments participate in EU-funded …

Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to questions from France 24 regarding protests against the development project in Zvërnec. During the interview, Rama said that several external actors are attempting to influence the debate surrounding the project. According to Rama, these interventions include cyber-related activities linked to Iran, as well …

Albania is continuing its efforts to strengthen transparency and fight corruption in line with European standards. State Minister for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption Adea Pirdeni said that the European Union’s Anti-Corruption Directive provides an important roadmap for advancing reforms in the country. Speaking about discussions held under the EU4GG project, …

The 16th edition of the Balkan Film and Culinary Festival is taking place in Pogradec. It brings days filled with film, culture, taste, and inspiring encounters. First, the festival runs from June 23 to June 27. It includes screenings, artist talks, and culinary activities. As a result, it offers a …

The city of Korçë has completed work on the new Knowledge Hub, a modern campus designed to provide students with high-quality academic and professional training opportunities. Mayor Sotiraq Filo shared images of the new facility on social media and announced the completion of the project. According to Filo, the campus …

Prime Minister Edi Rama received Turkish Ambassador Ceyhun Erciyes in Tirana for a courtesy visit. During the meeting, both sides praised the excellent state of relations between Albania and Turkey and reviewed ongoing cooperation in several areas. Furthermore, they reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, with a particular …

Corruption remains one of Albania’s most stubborn obstacles toward development and its dream for European integration. Although the country marked its biggest historical leap in Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index for the year 2024, climbing by 18 places to rank 80th out of 180 states, corruption continues to cast roots …