Spanish Cultural Week brings award-winning film ‘A House on Fire’ to Tirana
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Spanish cinema, known for its original storytelling and its ability to blend humour with human drama, is taking 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, a …
School in Vlora undergoes complete renovation
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Marigo Posio School in the southern Albanian city of Vlora is set to reopen to pupils and teachers following a comprehensive renovation of its facilities. Renovation works have been completed, with the installation of classroom equipment and teaching materials still under way to ensure modern …
INSTAT: Albania’s labour costs rise 42.9% from 2020
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Employers in Albania faced significantly higher labour costs in 2024, with average hourly labour costs reaching 559 leks, up 42.9% from 391 leks in 2020, according to a Labour Cost Survey published by the National Institute of Statistics (INSTAT). The average monthly labour cost per …
Berisha questioned by SPAK over complaint against judge, vows legal action against judicial watchdog chiefs
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Main opposition Democratic Party (DP) leader Sali Berisha was questioned by the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) on Thursday as the complainant in a case involving judge Irena Gjoka, and said he would file further criminal complaints against senior judicial officials. Speaking to reporters after appearing …
Government proposes mortgage guarantees, subsidies and rent-to-buy schemes under housing bill
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Albanian government plans to introduce mortgage guarantees, housing subsidies and rent-to-buy schemes to improve access to affordable housing, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said on Thursday. Presenting a draft social housing law to parliament’s Committee on Legal Affairs and Public Administration, Ibrahimaj said rising …
PM Rama: Any NATO summit in 2028 will be held in Tirana
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – The next NATO summit, if held in 2028, would take place in Tirana, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Thursday. Speaking to reporters upon arriving at the 9th European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Dublin, Ireland, Rama was asked about recent discussions concerning the timing …
PM Rama: Sazan Island project remains under negotiation, no sale or lease agreement reached
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Thursday that a proposed investment project on Sazan Island, southern Albania, was still under consideration, stressing that no decision had been made to sell, lease or grant the island under a concession agreement. Speaking to reporters upon arrival at …
PM Rama meets Zelenskyy ahead of European Political Community summit in Ireland
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday ahead of the opening of the 9th European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Dublin, Ireland. The summit brings together leaders from across Europe to discuss shared challenges and ways to strengthen political and …
PM Rama: Military support for Ukraine is right, but Europe should have kept dialogue open with Russia
TIRANA, Nov 12 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Thursday that Europe had made a major mistake by focusing solely on military support for Ukraine while failing to keep diplomatic channels open with Russia. Speaking to reporters upon arrival at the 9th European Political Community (EPC) Summit in …
From Behind Bars, Tirana Mayor Turns on Albania’s PM Rama
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
The uncertainty over the summit exposes tensions between Prime Minister Rama’s international ambitions, Albania’s limited resources and a deepening political crisis at home. TIRANA, Albania – Albania will not host a NATO summit in 2027, Prime Minister Edi Rama has acknowledged, reversing months of confident government announcements about what had been …
By Sidonja Manushi TIRANA, Albania – The Federation of Saudi Chambers has launched International Business Concierge (IBC), a new platform designed to facilitate the entry of foreign companies into the Saudi market, support business establishment and encourage international investment in the Kingdom. The initiative forms part of Saudi Arabia’s broader …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced changes to the Socialist Party’s regional leadership at a meeting of its National Assembly taking place this Saturday in Lalzi Bay. Under the reshuffle, Ervin Demo and Albana Koçiu will jointly lead the party’s operations in Tirana. The changes come as the Socialist Party prepares …
Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Prime Minister Edi Rama discussed the European Commission’s latest enlargement report, describing its recommendation for Albania as historic. Rama said the report contained a passage that, in his view, had received too little attention given its significance for Albania’s European integration. He was …
Prime Minister Edi Rama commented on the protests that have taken place across Albania in recent weeks, saying demonstrators had thrown stones and Molotov cocktails. He said the Socialist Party would step up its efforts to engage with citizens. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama said the opposition …
Prime Minister Edi Rama responded to criticism of media freedom in Albania, claiming that government critics are widely represented in the Albanian media and that Albania stands apart from other countries when it comes to freedom of expression. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama said 60% of the …
TIRANA, November 14 /ATA/ – Democratic Party Chairman Sali Berisha spoke today during an online discussion with supporters. He addressed Prime Minister Rama’s speech at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, as well as recent developments—specifically the European Commission’s report and the decision against holding the 2027 NATO summit in Tirana, …
TIRANA, November 14 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama stated today that the new fiscal package is not the result of an ideological shift to the left, but rather a direct outcome of the country’s economic growth, which has made previously unaffordable measures possible. Addressing the Socialist Party Assembly, Rama …
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Saturday that preparations for Albania’s European Union accession treaty were a major political indication of the country’s direction, rejecting claims that the government was suppressing critics or undermining judicial independence. Addressing the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama described the …
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Socialist Party leader and Prime Minister Edi Rama said Saturday a national debate would be held soon to discuss both the progress Albania has made and the many challenges facing the country and its people. Speaking at the assembly, Rama said Albania was now closer …