TIRANA, May 1 – International Workers’ Day, observed on 1 May, began with the 1886 labour protests in the United States, where workers demanded greater rights. The day later spread across Europe and beyond and became a symbol of labour movements. In Albania, International Workers’ Day first took place in …

TIRANA, May 1 – On International Workers’ Day, President Bajram Begaj shared a message honouring workers across Albania. In his statement, he expressed respect and gratitude for their dedication, sacrifice and integrity. He described workers as the people who build the country every day through their efforts. Begaj stressed that …

TIRANA, May 1 – Ahead of Eurovision Song Contest 2026, Albania’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja met artist Alis. Alis will represent Albania with the song “Nan”. Gonxhja shared details of the meeting on social media. He highlighted the emotional and artistic depth of the project. He …

TIRANA, May 1 – Today, Albania will experience mainly stable atmospheric conditions. Most of the country will see sunny intervals and passing clouds, especially in eastern mountainous areas. Wind will blow weak to moderate from the northwest. It will feel stronger along the coastline. A very low chance of isolated …

The European Union expresses regret after Kosovo’s political parties fail to agree on a unified presidential candidate. An EU spokesperson urges political actors to strengthen dialogue and ensure institutional stability. He warns that Kosovo risks missing key opportunities, including benefits from the Growth Plan. Lawmakers fail to elect a new …

Albania presents its investment potential at a Germany–Albania business conference in Berlin. Officials and entrepreneurs from both countries attend the event to boost economic cooperation. The Albanian Investment Development Agency (AIDA) hosts a workshop on investment opportunities and investor protection. AIDA Director Laura Saro highlights Germany as a key economic …

Defense Minister Ermal Nufi marks the 75th anniversary of Albania’s Military Aviation at NATO’s Kuçova Air Base. Senior officials, military leaders, and veterans attend the ceremony. Nufi announces the reopening of the Aviation School in Vlorë after two decades. The school will train military and civilian pilots, as well as …

President Bajram Begaj marks the 75th anniversary of Albania’s Military Aviation at Kuçova Air Base. He honors generations of personnel, including first commander Edip Ohri and 43 fallen heroes. Begaj highlights the Air Force’s transformation from isolation to NATO standards. He says the force has followed Albania’s path toward integration. …

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu and Agriculture Minister Andis Salla visit the new “N’Belik” agrotourism site in Dumre. MP Arbjan Mazniku joins the visit. Entrepreneur Mariglen Azizolli builds the family-run project near Belsh. The site uses local organic products and connects farm production directly to the table. It offers a …

The University of Arts and the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble sign a cooperation agreement in Tirana. Director General Aulon Naçi and Rector Erald Bakalli formalize the partnership. The agreement strengthens institutional cooperation. It creates new opportunities for students to gain professional experience and join artistic productions. …