European Council President Costa praises Albania’s European Union progress
TIRANA, June 3 – European Council President Antonio Costa praised Albania’s progress toward European Union membership during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana. Costa congratulated Albania for its commitment to the accession process. He also acknowledged Rama’s role in advancing the country’s European agenda. Earlier, …
Albanian PM Rama with EC President Costa: Implementation of reforms remains key challenge in EU path
TIRANA, June 3 – Prime Minister Edi Rama held a joint press conference with European Council President Antonio Costa in Tirana. He said Albania must maintain its pace in the European Union accession process and thanked Costa for continued support to European integration. Rama described Costa as a leader with …
Rama: Zvërnec Remains a Protected Area and Will Continue to Be
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama said Zvërnec remains a protected area and will continue to hold that status. Rama made the statement on Monday during the 35th anniversary of the Socialist Party in Berat. He said the government has taken strong action to protect nature. He pointed …
Rama on Zvërnec Incident: A State Is Measured by How It Responds
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama said the incident in Zvërnec was serious and unacceptable. However, he stressed that the state responded quickly and firmly. Rama made the comments on Monday during the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in Berat. He said every country faces difficult situations. However, …
Spahiu in China Highlights Expanding Albania–China Cooperation
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Klodiana Spahiu visited China last week to strengthen ties between the two countries. During the visit, Spahiu met with Zhu Kaigou in Dezhou. Albanian Ambassador Riza Poda also attended the meeting. Spahiu said Albania and China can expand cooperation through joint efforts. She stressed the importance …
Rama Says Higher-Quality Tourism Can Drive Albania’s Economic Growth
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama said improving the quality of tourism is key to Albania’s long-term economic growth. Rama made the remarks on Monday during the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in Berat. He said the real debate today is about Albania’s future and the kind of …
Rama Highlights Berat as a Strong Example of Albania’s Transformation
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama praised Berat on Monday as one of Albania’s clearest examples of transformation. Speaking during the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in the city, Rama thanked Berat residents for their trust and continued support. He said Berat reflects the progress Albania has made …
Lamallari: New 2026–2030 Strategy to Strengthen Fight Against Organized Crime
Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari took part on Monday in a consultation meeting on Albania’s new national strategy against organized crime and serious criminal offenses for 2026–2030. The strategy will guide government policies in this area over the next five years. Meanwhile, Lamallari said the new document aims to build a …
Hoxha Says KFOR Plays Vital Role in Kosovo’s Peace and Stability
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha praised the vital role of KFOR in maintaining peace, security and stability in Kosovo. Hoxha made the remarks on Monday during a meeting with KFOR commander Özkan Ulutaş. In a message shared on X, Hoxha thanked NATO member states involved in …
Customs Approve New Guarantee Rules to Ease Business Procedures
Albania’s Customs Authority has approved a new instruction on global guarantees. It aims to simplify procedures for businesses. It also reduces administrative costs. Customs Director General Besmir Beja signed the new manual. It sets standard procedures for global guarantees, reduced guarantees, and exemptions. It also defines how these tools will …
As EU moves to prioritise geopolitical needs over old merit-based approaches, the concern is that rushed membership for Ukraine and Albania could come at a cost. Original post Here
The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Pristina, Anu Prattipati, called on Kosovo to enter a long-term energy partnership with the United States through liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects. First, she said the partnership would strengthen Kosovo’s energy security and support long-term economic stability. She added that the U.S. and Kosovo could …
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MBZHR) has approved the Law on Animal Health. The government described it as an important step in Albania’s EU integration process and in the implementation of the Growth Plan. The new law aligns Albanian legislation with EU Regulation 2016/429. It strengthens the prevention …
The Albanian national team continues preparations for the second friendly match against Luxembourg. Coach Rolando Maran leads training sessions at the “House of Football.” First, midfielder Ylber Ramadani analyzed the match against Israel. He said the team played well in the first half but lost balance in the second. Next, …
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Montenegro to take part in the EU Western Balkans Summit, which holds its main proceedings on Thursday in Tivat. Meanwhile, the summit brings together European Union leaders and Western Balkan leaders. It confirms the strategic partnership. It confirms the joint …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will remain under stable weather conditions on Thursday. Meanwhile, the weather is forecast to stay mostly clear across the country. In addition, light to moderate cloudiness is expected during midday and afternoon hours. The clouds will be more present in …
TIRANA, June 5 – Saranda appears among recommended June holiday destinations in an article published by Italian media outlet “Si Viaggia”, written by Flavia Cantini. Meanwhile, the article states that June is an ideal period for seaside travel. It highlights warm weather conditions and lower tourist flows compared to July …
TIRANA, June 5 – Leaders of the European Union and the Western Balkans are gathering in Tivat for the EU–Western Balkans Summit, reported europeanwesternbalkans.com. Meanwhile, the meeting focuses on accession negotiations, the implementation of the Growth Plan for the Western Balkans, gradual integration proposals for candidate countries, and regional cooperation. …
TIRANA, June 5 – Germany and France are expected to present a new initiative to accelerate European Union accession for Western Balkan countries and Moldova. The plan aims to offer greater integration benefits before full membership. Meanwhile, a joint document states that candidate countries would receive rewards for meeting accession …
Albania is rapidly becoming one of Europe’s most attractive tourist destinations. Every year, the country welcomes a growing number of visitors from around the world. Its combination of stunning landscapes, rich history, and affordable prices continues to raise its profile on the international tourism map. One of the main drivers …