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Albanian and Kosovan Ballet Companies to Share the Stage for the First Time

The ballet companies of Albania and Kosovo will perform together on the same stage for the first time, marking a significant cultural milestone for both countries. The production “Neighbours / From Motherland”, created by choreographers Brigel Gjoka and Rauf “RubberLegz” Yasit, will open the fifth edition of the International Dance …

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Rama in Brussels: Sazan-Zvërnec investment could reach €6 billion; Investors drawn by Albania’s potential

Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke at the Euronews Summit 2026 about major tourism investments, projects in Sazan and Zvërnec, and the debate over economic development and nature protection. Rama said Albania is working to attract one of Europe’s largest tourism investments in recent years. He added that a project linking …

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Rama at Tourism Summit: The World Is Our Next Target, We Have Outpaced Our Neighbours for Five Years

Prime Minister Edi Rama took part on Tuesday in the Euronews 2026 Tourism Summit in Brussels. During his remarks, Rama said that the number of tourists visiting Albania continues to increase every year. He also said that Tirana International Airport has surpassed other airports in the region, including Belgrade Airport. …

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Former SHISH Director Appeals Security Measure at GJKKO Court of Appeal

Former SHISH director Vlora Hyseni on Tuesday appealed the “house arrest” security measure imposed on her before the GJKKO Court of Appeal. The appeal is reported to have been filed by her lawyer, Kastriot Selita. The case has been registered with the GJKKO Court of Appeal, and a draw is …

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Rama: We Need to Create the Conditions for Luxury Tourism, Albania Can Work with Major Investors

Prime Minister Edi Rama, speaking at the Euronews 2026 Tourism Summit, also addressed investments in Zvërnec and on Sazan Island. He said these projects are taking shape because Albania is open to such investments and has the conditions needed to work with major investors. “We need to create the conditions …

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Cultural heritage exhibition opens in Berat

Ahead of National Cultural Heritage Day, the Regional Directorate of Cultural Heritage in Berat presented an open-air exhibition featuring the city’s rich cultural heritage. The exhibition showcases views of traditional Berat homes, places of worship and icons created by Onufri, the Çetiri brothers and anonymous painters. The organizers placed the …

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Albania’s EU integration process takes center stage at Tirana conference

Albania’s EU accession negotiations took centre stage at an interparliamentary conference in Tirana. The event focused on reforms and membership obligations. It also examined the role of parliaments in European integration. The conference, titled “Strategic Agenda for EU Enlargement and Albania’s Accession,” brings together lawmakers and officials from across Europe. …

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Italian media names Tirana among top affordable autumn getaways

div:has([data-free-thinking-preview-answer=true])+:is(.text-message,.relative:has(>.text-message))]:-mt-2 grow”> Tirana is strengthening its position as one of Southern Europe’s fastest-growing urban destinations, combining a vibrant city atmosphere, a rich cultural and culinary scene, and easy access to Albania’s coastal attractions. Italian newspaper Il Resto del Carlino has ranked the Albanian capital among four affordable destinations recommended for …

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Peleshi meets German Bundestag Tourism Committee Chair

Speaker of the Albanian Parliament Niko Peleshi met today with Anja Karliczek, Chair of the German Bundestag’s Parliamentary Committee on Tourism. He also welcomed members of the German delegation visiting Albania. During the meeting, both sides praised the strong political and economic ties between Albania and Germany. They also highlighted …

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Balla meets German Bundestag EU Affairs Committee Chair

Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla met today with Anton Hofreiter, Chair of the German Bundestag’s Committee on European Union Affairs. The meeting focused on Albania’s European integration process. They also discussed progress in the EU accession negotiations and close cooperation with Germany in support of Albania’s path to …