Cruise tourism continues into autumn with 446 visitors arriving in Saranda
Cruise tourism in Saranda continues into autumn, with the arrival of the Seabourn Quest carrying 446 passengers from around the world. The cruise ship arrived from Brindisi, Italy, and will leave for Zakynthos, Greece, after scheduled visits in Saranda. The Saranda Port said this was the 27th cruise ship to …
Security Academy welcomes 390 new students
The Security Academy has welcomed 390 new students to its Bachelor’s programme in Security and Investigation. State Police Director General Skënder Hita said the new generation will play an important role in the future of the institution. Hita said strong interest in the programme has brought thousands of applicants over …
US dollar trades at ALL 81.3, euro at ALL 91.5 in Albania
The US dollar is trading at ALL 81.3 on the buying side and ALL 82.3 on the selling side in Albania today, October 7. The latest figures reflect exchange rates available on the domestic market. Meanwhile, the euro is trading at ALL 91.5 for buying and ALL 92.2 for selling. …
AI to enter Albania’s public procurement system this autumn
Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said Albania expects to start using artificial intelligence in public procurement this autumn. She said the system will increase transparency in the process. Ibrahimaj said the Council of Ministers discussed the need for a more centralised and transparent public procurement system. The government is …
Council of Europe official Neukirch: Reforms bring Albania closer to EU standards
Council of Europe Programme Coordination Director Claus Neukirch said reforms supported by the Horizontal Facility are bringing Albania closer to European standards and the European Union. He made the remarks in an interview with the Albanian news agency (ATSH) in Tirana. Neukirch highlighted support for judicial efficiency, property rights, the …
Begaj congratulates Shiroka-Pula: Albania and Kosovo will stand together on the path towards a European future
President of the Republic Bajram Begaj congratulated Justina Shiroka-Pula on her election as President of the Republic of Kosovo. In a message posted on social media, President Begaj stressed that Albania and Kosovo will stand together in facing challenges and on the path towards their European future. “Heartfelt congratulations, Mrs …
Rama congratulates Justina Shiroka-Pula on her election as President of Kosovo
Prime Minister Edi Rama has congratulated Justina Shiroka-Pula on her election as President of the Republic of Kosovo. In a message posted on social media, the Prime Minister wished her and Kosovo success, noting that her election comes at a challenging time for the country. “Heartfelt congratulations to the renowned …
‘Faithful Presence’ meetings continue, Rama: 2027 budget to reach record €10 billion
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced on Wednesday that the weekly “Faithful Presence” meetings are continuing. According to the head of government, discussions focused on the 2027 Budget, which he said will reach a record €10 billion, with the aim of redistributing more of the benefits from the economy’s sustained growth. …
Transparency Board publishes new fuel prices as diesel and petrol prices fall
The Transparency Board published the new fuel prices on October 7. The Board decided to reduce the prices of diesel and petrol in Albania by 3 lek per litre. The retail price of SSH EN 590 standard diesel will be no more than 210 lek per litre, while the wholesale …
From jurisdiction to sentences: What does the law on the Specialist Chambers contain?
The Kosovo Assembly approved amendments to the Law on the Specialist Chambers on October 6, concluding consideration of an initiative aimed at changing the way the Specialist Chambers in The Hague operate. Following the vote on the amendments, the measure was approved in its second reading. Initiated by the Democratic …