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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Albania Allocates ALL 848.5 Million Lek for Tourism Promotion and Destination Development in 2027
Albania will allocate 848.5 million lek to tourism development in 2027. The funding will support international promotion, new tourism products, destination management and digital services. The government also aims to extend the tourist season, diversify its offer and improve service quality. The Tourism Development Programme will use the budget to …
Kruja’s museums welcome nearly 200,000 visitors a year
TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – “Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu” National Museum and Kruja Ethnographic Museum are among the most significant destinations for historical and cultural tourism in Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images today of these two museums, which attract great interest from both domestic and international tourists visiting Kruja. …
Bënja thermal waters in Përmet attract tourists even in autumn
TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ — With autumn painting the Langarica Valley in rich colors, the thermal waters of Bënja in Përmet remain a favorite escape for travelers looking to unwind in its peaceful natural springs. The Bënja thermal springs are among Përmet’s most well-known natural attractions. Prime Minister Edi Rama …
A row over the salaries of judges and prosecutors in Albania has ramifications for the independence of the judiciary, experts say. Original post Here
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared footage on social media from an official reception hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris. Rama attended the event with his wife, Linda Rama, and shared moments from their meeting with Macron and his wife. Earlier, Rama took …
Albania will experience unsettled weather on Wednesday, November 11, with moderate to dense cloud cover and occasional, brief sunny intervals. The Military Meteorological Service forecasts light rain from the early hours of the day in northwestern and southwestern areas. Central areas will also see moderate rainfall, with thunderstorms and lightning. …
Art lovers can now visit the exhibition “I Love Albania More” at the Guri Madhi Art Gallery in Korçë. The exhibition features a selection of paintings and sculptures from the gallery’s collection. The works explore Albania’s history, national identity and cultural heritage. Some pieces are on public display for the …
Albanian Defence Minister Ermal Nufi has shared footage from the Illyrian Shield 26 military exercise, where Albania’s armed forces are assessing a special operations unit declared to NATO. The assessment covers the Special Operations Land Task Group, a capability of the Albanian Armed Forces. Certified Albanian evaluators from NATO’s Special …
PRISHTINA, Nov 11 /ATA/ – US President Donald Trump has nominated Mikhail Bogachek as the next US ambassador to Kosovo, submitting his name to the Senate for confirmation, the White House announced on November 10. “Mikhail Bogachek, of Florida, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of …
Arianit Shehu, Executive Director of the American Center for Combating Extremism and Terrorism (ACCET), says the European Commission’s 2026 Progress Report confirms Albania’s progress towards EU membership. In an opinion article, Shehu says European integration must remain above party interests. The report, published on November 4, recognises Albania’s reforms and …
Prime Minister Edi Rama says Albanians remain firmly committed to the European project. Despite political polarisation, internal conflicts and protests, he says EU membership remains the country’s shared goal. Speaking at the discussion “Europe’s Shared Future: Enlargement and the Next Generation”, held during the Paris Peace Forum, Rama linked Albania’s …
Albania plays an important role in European security, Interior Minister Ervin Demo said today. He made the statement while opening the international conference “Regional Security: New Risks, Stronger Cooperation” in Tirana. Regional representatives, EU officials and Italian delegates attended the event. “Albania is not Europe’s backyard. We are part of …
Justice Minister Toni Gogu began a two-day working visit to Rome today. He held talks with senior Italian officials to strengthen cooperation in justice and support Albania’s European integration. During the first day, Gogu met Maurizio Gasparri, Chair of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence. He also met …