PM Rama in Paris: Jared Kushner’s Project Sparked Public Anger, Violence Is Unacceptable
Prime Minister Edi Rama commented on the protests held in Albania during a discussion at the Paris Peace Forum, describing the violence used by protesters as unacceptable. Asked about the similarities between protests in Albania, Italy, and France, Rama said that the situation in Albania had its own particular characteristics. …
Kumbaro: Revising law on higher education paves way for a legal solution to increase academic staff salaries
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Speaking before the Committee on Economy, Finance and Employment regarding the 2027 budget, Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro explained that the draft of the revised law on higher education includes a legal mechanism for increasing the salaries of academic staff. As they are part of …
FM Hoxha extends condolences after deadly road accidents in Bulgaria
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha on Tuesday expressed condolences to the families of those killed in road accidents in Bulgaria, offering solidarity with the victims and the Bulgarian people. “Deeply saddened by the tragic accident in Bulgaria, which has claimed numerous lives and left others injured. …
An evening of cultural heritage at Palace of Brigades
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – From north to south, the country’s cultural treasures took center stage last night at the Palace of Brigades during a special gala hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sports and attended by UNESCO experts. The event took place within the framework of the …
EU ambassador urges political will and genuine dialogue on Albania’s electoral reform
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – European Union Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa on Tuesday met with Damian Gjiknuri and Oerd Bylykbashi, co-chairs of parliament’s Special Committee on Electoral Reform, to discuss the progress of the reform process and its priorities. Discussions focused on the committee’s tight timeframe, the …
UEFA Fair Play Report: Albania ranks first in Europe for progress
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Albania has topped the UEFA Fair Play progress rankings for the 2025/26 season, marking another significant milestone in the country’s rising European football profile. According to the official UEFA report, Albania led all of Europe in year-on-year improvement. The country raised its Fair Play score …
State police chief honours two Guardia di Finanza officials for anti-drug cooperation
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – State Police chief Skender Hita has honoured two senior Italian Guardia di Finanza officials for their contribution to joint efforts to combat organised crime, illegal trafficking and drug cultivation in Albania. The awards were presented at a joint press conference on Tuesday showcasing the results …
Youth Guarantee: 5,000 young people register for pilot phase- Ibrahimaj
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Five thousand young people have registered for the pilot phase of the Youth Guarantee scheme, which is supported by the European Union. Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj announced today that Youth Guarantee has helped 3,400 young people enter employment, vocational training, or professional …
EU Ambassador: Civil society key partner in Albania’s EU accession process
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – Civil society plays a key role in Albania’s European Union accession process, with many of its concerns reflected in the European Commission’s 2026 country report, EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa said on Tuesday. Speaking at a presentation of the Commission’s latest progress …
Interior Minister: Albania is not Europe’s backyard but part of its front door
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – Albania is an integral part of Europe’s security architecture and an active partner in addressing cross-border threats, Interior Minister Ervin Demo said on Tuesday, calling for stronger regional cooperation to tackle emerging security challenges. “Albania is not Europe’s backyard. We are part of its front …
Against a backdrop of anti-government protests, experts suspect Tirana mayor Erion Veliaj is seeking to portray himself as a ‘political prisoner’ as he awaits trial on corruption charges. Original post Here
Albania has begun negotiations to join the European roaming area. The European Commission launched the process with all six Western Balkan countries after the European Council approved its proposal in June. RTSH has obtained a document outlining the legal conditions, including wholesale price caps, consumer protection, fair-use limits, call termination …
Albania will experience unsettled weather on Thursday, with cloudy skies and occasional sunny intervals. Rain will begin early in the northwest and south, while thunderstorms and lightning could bring moderate rainfall to the northwest. Meanwhile, light rain will spread across the country late in the afternoon and mainly in the …
Albania’s U-19 national team opened the second round of the UEFA European Championship qualifiers in League B with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Cyprus. The Red and Blacks took the lead in the first half through Gabriel Kulla, who converted a pass from Alen Vukaj. Albania stepped up its attack …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu has outlined Albania’s proposed €10 billion budget for 2027 in an exclusive interview with RTSH journalist Sonila Agostini. She highlighted social protection, tax relief and support for pensioners, young families and students. Koçiu said the budget aims to improve public services, fund critical infrastructure and …
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi has rejected interpretations of his remarks reported by international media outlet POLITICO, insisting that Albania has not proposed postponing the next NATO summit or holding it virtually. Nufi said Albania had already begun preparations to host the summit in Tirana, in line with the alliance’s decision. …
Albania’s State Police have prepared a plan of measures for the Albania–Finland football match on 12 November 2026. Police officials have coordinated with the Albanian Football Association and security representatives to ensure the safety of players and fans. Traffic restrictions will apply from 17:00 until the match ends. They will …
Spanish cinema, known for its original storytelling and ability to blend humour with human drama, takes centre stage in Albania as part of Spanish Cultural Week. The programme features A House on Fire (Casa en flames), directed by Dani de la Orden. The film explores family relationships, expectations and human …
Kosova’s Prime Minister Albin Kurti met European Union Special Representative for the Belgrade-Prishtina Dialogue Peter Sorensen on the sidelines of the Paris Peace Forum. They discussed prospects for normalising relations with Serbia, with a focus on mutual recognition. Kurti said the talks also covered Kosova’s institutional stability following the election …
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Albania has not proposed postponing the next NATO summit or holding it virtually, Defence Minister Ermal Nufi said on Wednesday, rejecting what he described as a misinterpretation of his recent remarks reported by POLITICO. Nufi said his comments had been taken out of context, giving …