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Government to monitor price rises and to subsidise vulnerable groups

TIRANA, April 10 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said the government is closely monitoring price movements and will step in to support vulnerable groups. She spoke after a cabinet meeting on Friday, where she presented recent decisions and assessed market developments. She said authorities are tracking prices in …

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100 million euro “Gateway to the Alps” project in Shkodër aims to extend tourism season

TIRANA, April 10 – The government approved a major infrastructure project for Shkodër County, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi said on Wednesday. He described the initiative, called “Gateway to the Alps”, as a key investment for regional development and tourism expansion. Karakaçi said the project carries a total value …

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“Between Form and Spirit”: The Artistic Legacy of Painter Kristi Baba

Galeria FAB opened its doors last night for the exhibition “Between Form and Spirit”, honoring the work of the late artist Kristi Baba. Baba passed away in 2021 at the age of 30 due to COVID-19. He was known for his graphic cycles and mixed techniques, blending the human figure …

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Lt. Gen. Kingji hosts Italian counterpart; Albania a reliable partner in international operations

TIRANA, April 10 – Chief of the General Staff of the Albanian Armed Forces Lieutenant General Arben Kingji held talks in Tirana with his Italian counterpart General Luciano Portolano. The visit focused on defence cooperation and NATO-related priorities. Both sides also reviewed regional security developments. Kingji presented recent developments within …

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Pre-university education reform to focus on talents and extracurricular activities

TIRANA, April 10 – Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro said the government has introduced new measures to strengthen extracurricular programmes in pre-university education. She said the reforms aim to extend learning beyond mandatory classroom hours and focus more on student development. She explained that the Ministry of Education has expanded after-school …

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Local government reform should focus on service quality, not number of municipalities, minister says

TIRANA, April 10 – Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo said the territorial and administrative reform should prioritise service quality for citizens. He said the debate should not focus only on the number of municipalities. He spoke after a government meeting on Wednesday. Demo said the ministry works …

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Cultural tourism rises in first three months of the year, Shkodër Castle leads visitor rankings

TIRANA, April 10 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports said cultural tourism recorded strong growth in the first three months of 2026. Minister Blendi Gonxhja published data showing increased visitor numbers across archaeological parks, museums, and heritage sites. The figures point to higher interest from both domestic and …

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Ahmet Prençi’s Novel “The Minister” Gets Promoted

Kamzë Municipality hosted the promotion of Ahmet Prençi’s new novel, “The Minister”, at the “Angela Merkel” school. The event gathered Mayor Rakip Suli, the book’s publisher Elda Vela, writers Ben Blushi, Arben Çejku, and Ylljet Aliçka. Actors Ervin Bejleri and Ola Arizaj performed excerpts from the novel, engaging the audience. …

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Exhibition of Salvador Dalí opens at COD with extraordinary surrealist collection

The Center for Openness and Dialogue (COD) opened a special exhibition today. It honors Salvador Dalí. It brings an extraordinary collection to Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the ceremony. He called the event a special moment for art. He also praised the organizers. The exhibition presents the Argillet Collection. …

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12-Year-Old from Lezha Will Represent Albania at Sanremo Junior 2026

Ambra Marku, a 12-year-old from Lezha with a unique voice and artistic performance, has been chosen to represent Albania at Sanremo Junior 2026. This is one of the most prestigious stages for young artists worldwide. Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sports, Blendi Gonxhja, announced that Ambra will perform the song …