The European Commission has recognised Albania’s progress in employment, education and vocational training, highlighting developments in several programmes and policies designed to improve skills and expand access to the labour market. Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj shared the findings of the European Commission’s 2026 Albania Report on social …

The Tirana International Fair, organised by Klik Ekspo Group, continues to bring Albanian and international businesses together, offering opportunities to showcase products, exchange expertise and establish new partnerships. On the third day of this year’s edition, held at the Palace of Congresses, business representatives, industry associations and experts gathered for …

The Council of Ministers has approved new rules governing the organisation and operation of the Agency for the Treatment of Concessions and Public-Private Partnerships (ATRAKO), defining its responsibilities, funding, service fees and additional payments for employees involved in feasibility studies. Under the decision, ATRAKO will operate as a public budgetary …

The Transparency Board decided on Thursday to lower fuel prices across the country. Under the new decision, diesel will be sold at a maximum price of 210 Albanian lek per liter at retail outlets, while the wholesale price must not exceed 198 lek per liter. Petrol prices have also been …

Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced the creation of a new communication platform for students and university lecturers, aimed at facilitating direct dialogue on issues and concerns they wish to raise with the government. During a joint press conference with the European Union Ambassador to Albania, Sofia Moreira de Sousa, …

The Socialist Party Assembly is expected to convene during November, with November 14 among the dates being discussed. However, no official date has been confirmed so far. Euronews Albania journalist Eksiola Shehu reports that sources within the Socialist Party have indicated that the meeting will take place this month, while …

TIRANA, Nov 5 /ATA/ The European Commission has acknowledged Albania’s progress in employment, education and vocational training, noting advances in various programmes and policies designed to strengthen skills and facilitate access to the labour market. Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj shared key findings from the European Commission’s 2026 Albania …

TIRANA, Nov 5 /ATA/ The General Directorate of Prisons and the Council of Europe are seeking to deepen their cooperation to improve Albania’s penitentiary system, ensure respect for human rights and align institutional practices with European standards. Director General of Prisons Sadleva Bodo met with Giulia Re, Head of the Council …

TIRANA, Nov 5 /ATA/ – Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi on Thursday reaffirmed parliament’s commitment to Albania’s European Union membership bid during a meeting with EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa, who formally presented the 2026 European Commission Progress Report. The report assesses the implementation of reforms and Albania’s …

TIRANA, Nov 5 /ATA/ Prime Minister Edi Rama announced today that a new platform for communication and dialogue with citizens will be launched tomorrow. Speaking at a press conference alongside European Union Ambassador Sofia Moreira de Sousa, who handed him the European Commission’s Progress Report, Rama said the platform would give …