Border security strengthened as migrant smuggling networks disrupted, says State Police chief
TIRANA, April 15 – The General Director of the State Police, Skënder Hita, said Albania has strengthened border security and intensified efforts against illegal migration networks. He spoke during the panel on migration management and diaspora engagement at the fourth Diaspora Summit in Tirana. Hita said police units have increased …
Foreign Minister calls for global diaspora “atlas” to map Albanian networks
TIRANA, April 15 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha called for a structured mapping of Albania’s global diaspora network. He spoke during a panel at the fourth Diaspora Summit in Tirana focused on coordination and communication. A proposed “atlas” would document Albanian diaspora activity across major host countries. These include the …
Foreign Minister calls for global diaspora “atlas” to map Albanian networks
TIRANA, April 15 – President Bajram Begaj met Kate Forbes, President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, in Tirana. The meeting focused on humanitarian cooperation and emergency response support in Albania. The Presidency said Begaj expressed gratitude for assistance provided during emergency situations in Albania. …
Albania deepens NATO dialogue, says Defence Minister after Brussels meeting
TIRANA, April 15 – Albanian Defence Minister Ermal Nufi said Albania is strengthening its strategic dialogue with NATO. He made the statement after a meeting in Brussels with the Chair of the NATO Military Committee, Giuseppe Cavo Dragone. The talks focused on expanding cooperation within the alliance framework. Both sides …
Diaspora helps drive Albania’s shift toward circular economy, says Environment Minister
TIRANA, April 15 – Albania is advancing toward a circular economy model with strong input from the diaspora, Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj said in Tirana. He spoke during the fourth Diaspora Summit in a panel focused on sustainable development and European Union integration. He placed environmental reform at the center …
Construction Company Arlis Construction Responds After Fire in Tirana Residential Building
The construction company Arlis Construction has officially responded following a fire that engulfed a residential building in the “Farmacia 10” area in Tirana a day earlier. Through a press statement, the company expressed solidarity with the affected residents, emphasizing that it stands by them during this difficult situation and shares …
Burned Apartment Building in Tirana: Edi Rama Reacts
This Wednesday, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted to the fire that engulfed an apartment building in a complex in the “Farmacia 10” area of Tirana, an घटना that occurred a day earlier. In his response, the head of government stressed that the damaged building will be fully rebuilt by …
Tourist Ports Law: EU Delegation in Tirana Reacts to Euronews Albania
The European Union Delegation in Albania has reacted to the recent amendments approved by Parliament to the Law “On Tourist Ports in the Republic of Albania,” in a response to Euronews Albania journalist Eksiola Shehu. In its official statement, the EU Delegation said it is aware of the developments and …
U.S. and Albanian Armies Conduct “Puma” Drone Training in Bizë
The United States Army carried out a joint training exercise with the Albanian Army on “Puma” drone operations at the Bizë Training Area. The U.S. Embassy shared footage from the exercise, which it said aims to strengthen cooperation based on shared strategic interests. “U.S. technology continues to enhance security; the …
Kosovo Bans Import of Sheep and Goats from Albania Due to Disease Outbreak
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development, in coordination with the Food and Veterinary Agency, has imposed a temporary ban on the import of sheep and goats from the entire territory of Albania. The decision comes after confirmed cases of the disease PPR (Peste des Petits Ruminants) in the …