Fuel Prices Increase in Albania
The Transparency Board held its regular meeting this Friday, April 10, 2026, where it set the ceiling prices for the sale of petroleum by-products in the country. According to the decision, the retail price of diesel (standard SSH EN 590) will be no more than 217 ALL per liter, while …
PACEP II: A Project Aiming to Strengthen Parliamentary Oversight in Albania
In a context where the quality of governance and institutional transparency are increasingly at the center of public and political debate, the project “Support to Parliament and Civil Society” (PACEP II) comes as a direct intervention to address some of the most structural challenges of the country’s democratic system. This …
Pasta Ola and flour Ola go global: A mediterranean brand expands across 4 continents
From Albanian kitchens to international markets, Ola Foods is building a presence that goes beyond local borders. Known for products such as quality flour and premium pasta, the Albanian brand has strengthened its position not only in Albania, but also in markets such as Italy, the United States and the …
Kosovo Police Detain Serbian Youths Carrying Inciting Materials
The Kosovo Police detained a group of Serbian youths carrying inciting materials on Friday morning in Jarinje. According to sources within security institutions, cited by KosovoPress, the case involves six Serbian youths who were transporting materials with nationalist and provocative content. According to the same sources, the materials contained content …
Week in Review: High Ambitions and Missed Opportunities
Our selection of Premium stories this week takes a look at future goals as well as lost opportunities from the past. Original post Here
Diaspora Summit seen as key cooperation platform, EU membership remains strategic priority for Albania
TIRANA, April 10 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said the Fourth Diaspora Summit represents an important national event aimed at strengthening ties between Albanian institutions and citizens living abroad. He spoke during a media conference ahead of the gathering. He said the main objective is to turn the summit into …
PM Rama tells pensioners pensions could rise fivefold by 2030 as economy stabilises
TIRANA, April 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama met pensioners in Tirana’s Unit 2 to discuss economic growth, social policies, and pension reform. He said the government will continue support through annual bonuses and gradual pension increases across categories. During the discussion, Rama said the government has entered a new …
Finance minister urges wage transparency and sector formalisation in tourism meeting in Berat
TIRANA, April 10 – Finance Minister Petrit Malaj met tourism businesses in Berat to discuss sector challenges and tax compliance. He was joined by Tax Administration Director General Ilir Binaj. The meeting focused on cooperation with tax authorities and progress in implementing the operational plan for the region. During the …
Interview of the Ambassador of the European Union to Albania, Silvio Gonzato, for Euronews
Journalist: I’m in the TV studio with the Ambassador of the European Union in our country, Mr. Silvio Gonzato. Z. Ambasador, thank you for joining us. I would like to start with a question that every Albanian asks, although we hear at the news every day, and political parties give …
Government Approves Rules for the Organization of Gambling Activities
The Council of Ministers approved this Friday the rules for the organization and functioning of the Project Support Council, a new structure established under the Gambling Supervision Authority. The decision defines in detail the procedures for establishing, organizing, and operating this council, which will play a key role in supporting …