Demo on Tirana Bank Robbery: Police arrest suspect after swift investigation
TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/Interior Minister Ervin Demo has commended police for their swift response after a suspect in a bank robbery in Tirana was identified and arrested. In a social media post, Demo said attempts to disguise oneself and flee the scene would not prevent suspects from being held accountable. …
Ibrahimaj: ALL 10.5 billion earmarked for vocational education, entrepreneurship and innovation in 2027 draft budget
TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ Ministry of Economy and Innovation has proposed a 42 billion lek budget for 2027, including 10.5 billion lek for vocational education, entrepreneurship and innovation, with 600 million lek earmarked for start-ups, Minister Delina Ibrahimaj told a parliamentary committee. Ibrahimaj said vocational education and improved employment services …
Tirana Bypass set to ease traffic and strengthen links to Blue Corridor
TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ Construction work on the Tirana Bypass, a major road infrastructure project, is progressing steadily. The 21-kilometre route is designed to link the Tirana–Durrës and Tirana–Elbasan motorways directly, allowing traffic to avoid the capital and improving connections to routes forming part of the Blue Corridor. Prime Minister Edi …
A group of citizens gathered outside Prime Minister’s Office once again this Sunday to protest
TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – Citizens continued their protests this Sunday, gathering around 6:30 p.m. in front of the Prime Minister’s Office as students, local residents and civil society activists assembled to voice their grievances peacefully. The student demonstrations, which have now lasted for over two weeks, have merged with …
Egnatia defeats Vora 5-1 and pulls further ahead in standings
TIRANA, November 8 /ATA/ – Egnatia extended their lead at the top of the Abissnet Superiore with a commanding 5–1 home win over Vora in Round 11. Powered by a dominant second-half display, the reigning champions comfortably claimed all three points at Arena Egnatia. Egnatia now leads the standings with …
Nufi Pays Tribute at Commonwealth and German War Cemeteries in Tirana
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi paid tribute today at the Commonwealth War Cemetery and the German Military Cemetery in Tirana’s Artificial Lake Park. During the commemorative ceremony, Nufi laid wreaths in honour of those who fought and died for freedom, as well as all those who lost their lives during World …
Krujë Museums Attract Around 200,000 Visitors Annually
The National Museum “Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg” and the Krujë Ethnographic Museum remain among Albania’s leading destinations for historical and cultural tourism. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the two museums today, highlighting their appeal to both domestic and international visitors. “Krujë Museum is one of our most visited heritage …
Rama Launches “Talk to the Prime Minister” Platform, Says Protests Must Be Heard
Prime Minister Edi Rama has launched “Talk to the Prime Minister”, a new online platform that connects students and citizens directly with the head of government. Through the platform, users can ask questions, criticise decisions, raise concerns and propose solutions. Rama introduced the initiative a few days ago and shared …
Tirana International Fair Opens New Business Opportunities for Local and Foreign Companies
More than 300 Albanian and foreign companies from 12 countries gathered in Tirana for the 32nd edition of the Tirana International Fair. The four-day event took place at the Palace of Congresses from November 3 to 6. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage from the event today. Organised by Klik …
Baptismal Formula Marks 564 Years Since First Dated Evidence of Written Albanian
November 8 marks 564 years since Archbishop of Durrës Pal Engjëlli recorded the “Baptismal Formula”, the earliest known dated document in the Albanian language. He wrote it on November 8, 1462, making it a landmark in the history of written Albanian. Although the document uses Latin, it contains a baptismal …