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Deputy minister presents bill to strengthen Civil Society Support Agency

TIRANA, July 15 – Deputy Health and Social Protection Minister Denada Seferi presented a draft law to the parliamentary Committee on Human Rights and Public Information. The bill proposes amendments to the law governing the Civil Society Support Agency. Seferi said the draft aims to strengthen the agency’s institutional role. …

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Book “100 Years of Theatre in Shkodra (1879–1979)” highlights a century of Albanian stage history

The book “100 Years of Theatre in Shkodra: 1879–1979” by author Andrea Skanjeti has been published by the Academy of Sciences of Albania, presenting a century-long history of theatre in Shkodra, one of the country’s most important cultural centres. Academic and playwright Stefan Çapaliku contributed to preparing the book for …

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FSHF: Major sporting events boost Albania’s international profile

The Albanian Football Federation (FSHF) says that hosting international sporting events helps promote Albania, develop tourism, and support economic growth. FSHF highlighted the UEFA Europa Conference League final held in Tirana in 2022 as a clear example of how major football events can benefit the country. The federation aims to …

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North Macedonia’s Democratic Union for Integration leader condemns Serbian minister’s remarks

TIRANA, July 15 – Ali Ahmeti, leader of the ethnic Albanian Democratic Union for Integration, a political party in North Macedonia, condemned remarks by Serbian minister Snezhana Paunovic. During a television interview, Paunovic said she would have ethnically cleansed Kosova in 1998 if she had been in Slobodan Milosevic’s position. …

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Former Kosova Prime Minister: Albania’s success benefits all Albanians

TIRANA, July 15 – Former Kosova Prime Minister and Honorary President of the Alliance for the Future of Kosova, Ramush Haradinaj, welcomed Albania’s provisional closure of three European Union negotiation chapters, calling it an important achievement in the country’s integration process. In a social media post, Haradinaj said the milestone …

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Special prosecution chief: Electoral crime remains a concern, cases require evidence

TIRANA, July 15 – Electoral crime remains a serious concern, but prosecutors can file charges only when evidence supports them, Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organised Crime chief Klodjan Braho said on Tuesday. Braho made the remarks while reporting to Parliament’s Committee on Citizen Initiatives, Cooperation and Institutional Oversight during …

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Budget transparency improves, British Embassy highlights Albania’s progress

TIRANA, July 15 – Albania scored 64 out of 100 in the 2025 Open Budget Survey, ranking above the global transparency benchmark of 60 points and above the regional average. The British Embassy in Tirana, which shared the findings, said the result reflects steady progress since 2021. It highlighted the …

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MP Kuko: Albania on the right path, intensive EU work begins

TIRANA, July 15 – Albania is on the right path in its European integration process, but the next phase will require intensive work, Socialist Party MP Romina Kuko said. Speaking on RTSH1’s “Trialog” programme hosted by Alba Alishani, Kuko said Albania successfully passed the first stage of negotiations with the …

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“El Nacional”: Albania emerges as an affordable Mediterranean paradise for tourists

TIRANA, July 15 – Albania is gaining international attention as an affordable summer destination, according to an article by Alba Sole Ingla published in the Catalan media outlet “El Nacional”. The article highlights Albania’s crystal-clear beaches, mountain landscapes, historical cities and rich gastronomy as key attractions for visitors seeking alternatives …

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Sunny weather and high temperatures across Albania

TIRANA, July 15 – Albania will experience stable weather conditions on Tuesday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Most of the country will see clear skies. However, northern and eastern mountainous areas may have occasional light to moderate clouds. Meanwhile, the weather will remain mostly clear after midday. Northern and …