‘Like Prison’: How African Migrant Workers Suffer Exploitation in Albania

Migrant workers from Africa have told BIRN about having to surrender their passports on arrival in Albania, working unpaid overtime and facing deportation once they are no longer required. Many are left with debts to the agencies that act as middlemen.

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State Central Archive established 77 years ago

TIRANA, June 8 – Albania established the State Central Archive on June 8, 1949, creating a key institution for preserving national memory. The government issued the founding decree on that date, and the institution initially operated under the Institute of Sciences in Tirana. Meanwhile, officials prepared internal regulations, which helped …

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Gjipe’s “Gjiri i Zotit”: A Hidden Paradise on Albania’s Ionian Coast

The Wom presents Gjipe Beach as one of the most spectacular natural sites in Albania. It highlights a dramatic canyon that opens directly onto a white-pebble beach and creates a strong contrast with the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea. Furthermore, the beach sits between Dhërmi and Himarë in southern …

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Foreign Tourists Embrace Permet’s Relaxed Rhythm and Warm Hospitality

Permet continues to grow as a sustainable tourism destination in southern Albania. The town attracts visitors with its untouched nature, rich cuisine, and warm hospitality. Furthermore, foreign tourists highlight the authentic experience that Permet offers. They say the town stands out because it moves away from mass tourism and encourages …