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Lungomare 3 Transforms Radhimë, Boosting Vlora’s Tourism Potential

The Lungomare 3 project is transforming Radhimë and expanding Vlora’s potential for quality tourism. The investment has upgraded coastal infrastructure and created modern public spaces for residents and visitors. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared new footage of Radhimë, highlighting the ongoing urban transformation along the Vlora coast. The new promenade …

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Albanian Customs Strengthen Regional Cooperation Against Cross-Border Crime

The Albanian Customs Administration is strengthening regional cooperation to fight cross-border crime. It works with international authorities through the Southeast European Law Enforcement Center (SELEC), sharing information and coordinating operations. The administration also supports joint efforts to improve regional security. As part of this work, it reports information on seizures …

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Durana Tech Park Gains International Recognition as Plans Advance for Physical Development

Durana Tech Park is entering a new phase of development. The park has gained international recognition for its innovative business model and is now preparing to build its physical infrastructure in Albania. Currently, the park hosts 88 companies and is evaluating five more. Of the resident companies, 52% have foreign …

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Strategic dialogue focuses on regional initiatives and financial partnerships

The State Agency for Strategic Programming and Aid Coordination has brought together national stakeholders to explore new opportunities for regional cooperation and financing. The meeting also marked the first thematic workshop under the European Union Strategy for the Adriatic-Ionian Region Stakeholders Engagement Point (StEP) project. Representatives of public institutions, development …

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PM Rama announces record €10 billion state budget for 2027

Prime Minister Edi Rama said the state budget has exceeded €10 billion for the first time in Albania’s history. He made the announcement in a message on economic performance and addressed students as well. The government has submitted the 2027 draft budget to the Assembly for discussion and approval. Rama …

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PM Rama announces ALL 32 cut in diesel price per litre

Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced plans to reduce the price of diesel by 32 Albanian Lek (ALL) per litre by removing the circulation tax from fuel. Under the proposed changes, the government would shift the tax to vehicles and collect it through the relevant road transport directorate. The measure …

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EU to Serbia’s New Government: Implement the Ohrid Agreement, Obligations in Dialogue with Kosovo Remain Unchanged

The European Union has told Serbia’s incoming government, which will be formed following the elections, that it is expected to engage constructively in the dialogue aimed at normalizing relations with Kosovo, including implementing all agreements reached so far. An EU spokesperson made the statement, stressing that the outcome of the …

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German Journalist: Serbian Students’ Foreign Policy on Kosovo Risks Fueling Conflict in the Balkans

The foreign policy programme of Serbia’s student movement, which won the parliamentary elections and removed Aleksandar Vučić from power, could fuel new tensions in the Balkans, particularly over Kosovo. This is the assessment of German journalist Michael Martens in an analysis published by Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ). According to Martens, …

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Tragic Train Crash in Spain, Begaj: Albania Stands in Full Solidarity with the Spanish People

Albanian President Bajram Begaj has reacted to the tragic train crash in Spain, where at least 68 people lost their lives following a collision between two high-speed trains. In a message posted on social media platform X, Begaj expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and the Spanish …

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Albanian Government Approves New Measures to Prevent Violence During Protests

The Albanian government has approved a new legislative package aimed at preventing violence during public protests, introducing tougher fines, temporary restrictions on gatherings and additional police powers. Under the new measures, participation in a prohibited assembly and concealing one’s identity during protests may result in fines ranging from 10,000 to …