Albanian asset recovery agency studies French practices in Paris visit
TIRANA, June 10 – A delegation from the Agency for the Administration of Seized and Confiscated Assets (AAPSK) and the Asset Recovery Office visited Paris on June 9–10, 2026. The delegation was led by AAPSK Chief Administrator Risena Xhaja. The visit took place under the Council of Europe project “Strengthening …
Academy of Sciences supports concerns of Albanians in Presheva Valley
TIRANA, June 10 – The Academy of Sciences of Albania said it supports the legitimate demands and concerns of Albanians in the Presheva Valley. It also said it stands ready to cooperate in addressing them. The statement followed a meeting between the Academy’s leadership, institute directors, and Presheva Municipality Mayor …
Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe in Tirana postponed due to Ukraine security situation
TIRANA, June 10 – The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs postponed the Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe meeting. The meeting was scheduled for June 12, 2026 in Tirana. The ministry said it will announce a new date later. The ministry clarifies that the decision follows the security situation in Ukraine. …
Is Greece Behind Albania’s Anti-Government Protests?
Tirana Times, June 10, 2026 — Prime Minister Edi Rama has sought to link the growing anti-government protests over the planned tourism project in Zvërnec with foreign interests, suggesting that Greek media and online platforms have joined domestic opponents in trying to undermine what he describes as a historic investment for …
Tirana Protests Trigger Albania-Iran Clash
Prime Minister Edi Rama accuses Tehran of exploiting anti-government protests over the Trump-linked Zvërnec project, while Iran says Tirana is using it as a scapegoat. Tirana Times, June 10, 2026. What began as an environmental protest against a controversial tourism project in the protected area of Zvërnec has entered a …
Last Straw: Albania’s ‘Flamingo Revolution’ Fuelled by Long-Standing Grievances
Angered by the treatment of a protester at the site of a planned resort linked to Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Albanians are taking to the streets, fuelled by long-standing grievances over the way their country has been run. Original post Here
Protests, Ibrahimaj says government holds stronger electoral mandate one year after elections
TIRANA, June 10 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj took part in the Albanian Radio and Television talk show Trialog, hosted by journalist Alba Alishani. She said the recent protests in Albania began as a public reaction to images of violence that shocked public opinion. Meanwhile, Ibrahimaj said protest …
Sejko and CEF Director Discuss Expanded Cooperation in Banking Supervision
Governor of the Bank of Albania Gent Sejko met with the Director of the Center of Excellence in Finance (CEF), Jana Repanšek, in Ljubljana, Slovenia. He also met with Robertina Gjoka Vasilieva, CEF Manager for Albania. Furthermore, both sides reviewed their cooperation in developing professional skills and sharing financial knowledge. …
148 years since the League of Prizren, event that laid foundations of Albanian nation-state
TIRANA, June 10 – Albania marks 148 years since the founding of the League of Prizren. The League stands as the most important event of the 19th century in Albanian history. It marked the start of national political organization to defend Albanian lands and identity. The League of Prizren was …
Grazia: Albania cheaper than Spain and Portugal, ideal summer destination in Europe, says French media
TIRANA, June 10 – Albania has emerged as one of the most attractive summer destinations for 2026 due to lower costs and Mediterranean landscapes, according to an article by Luce Picat published in the French media outlet Grazia.fr. Meanwhile, the article said rising prices across Europe continue to affect family …