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35–42 Cases Per Week: Doctors Say Viral Infections Are Affecting Children and the Elderly the Most

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”e8cf9aaf-4304-4e95-b2d2-1f145b0c743c” data-turn-id-container=”e8cf9aaf-4304-4e95-b2d2-1f145b0c743c” data-testid=”conversation-turn-21″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Sudden temperature fluctuations have led to an increase in cases of respiratory viral infections in Elbasan. Doctors at local health centers report that five to six patients per day are seeking medical attention with symptoms such as coughing, fever, body …

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Zvërnec Investment of Four Billion ALL Under Strict Financial Oversight, Says Prime Minister

TIRANA, June 1 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania will continue its plan to develop Zvërnec as a major global tourism destination. He made the remarks during a government meeting in Tirana. He responded to concerns raised by environmental groups and civil society organizations. Meanwhile, Rama said Albania risks …

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Jurgen Uldedaj Makes History as World Champion in Professional Boxing

Jurgen Uldedaj won the IBO Cruiserweight world title on Saturday after defeating Nigerian boxer Austine Nnamdi in a 12-round fight. First, Uldedaj controlled a tough and competitive bout from start to finish. He then delivered a strong performance across all rounds to secure the victory on points. As a result, …

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Over 400 children join “Run and Have Fun” event in Tirana

TIRANA, June 1 – More than 400 children took part in the “Run & Have Fun” sports and recreational event in Tirana. Tirana Running Club organized the activity with support from the Municipality of Tirana. The event took place at the Grand Park of the Artificial Lake. The children joined …

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Luxury Cruise Le Boréal Brings 200 Tourists to Sarandë

The luxury cruise ship Le Boréal arrived on Friday at the port of Sarandë, marking its first visit to the coastal city. First, the 142-meter French-owned vessel brought around 200 international tourists to Albania’s southern coastline. Most of the passengers, about 180 visitors, came from France, while the rest arrived …

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Sami Frashëri, Enlightenment thinker who inspired the Albanian National Awakening of 19th century

TIRANA, June 1 – Enlightenment thinker and ideologue of the Albanian National Awakening Sami Frashëri was born on June 1, 1850 in Frashër, Përmet. He completed his early education in his hometown. He later studied at the “Zosimea” gymnasium in Ioannina. There, he learned several foreign languages, including Ancient Greek, …

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Albania at the Center of a Magical Balkan Travel Route, Writes La Vanguardia

Albania has emerged as a key highlight in a growing Balkan travel route that is attracting strong international attention, according to an article published in the Spanish magazine La Vanguardia. First, the article describes the Balkans as one of Europe’s most in-demand tourist regions this year, driven by a mix …

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Bekim Fehmiu, the Albanian “Ulysses”

TIRANA, June 1 – Actor of Albanian origin Bekim Fehmiu was born on June 1, 1936 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He studied film at the University of Belgrade between 1956 and 1960. He later built an international career through films such as “Odyssey” and “The Feather Collectors”. These works …

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Virtual farming assistant launched at digital agriculture conference

TIRANA, June 1 – Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla said Albania’s agricultural sector will rely increasingly on technology and real-time data, as officials presented “YLLI”, the first virtual assistant for Albanian farmers, at the “Digital Agriculture for Albania 2030” conference in Tirana. The new tool forms part of …

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Elite tourism can boost revenue and support wider economy, says prime minister

TIRANA, June 1 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania should aim for a higher level of tourism development as the country considers major investment projects such as the one planned in Zvërnec. Speaking on Monday, Rama said authorities have not yet received the project and have not completed the …

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Justice begins at magistrates’ school, not in courtroom, minister says

TIRANA, June 4 – Justice Minister Toni Gogu said today that justice reform in Albania has entered a new phase. He said the process now shifts from institution building to consolidation. He linked this shift to professional and ethical training of new magistrates. He spoke at the closing conference of …

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U.S. supports stronger measures against cultural heritage trafficking, US Deputy Ambassador to Albania says

TIRANA, June 4 – The United States supports stronger measures against trafficking in cultural heritage objects. US Deputy Ambassador to Albania Kethrin Hammond made the statement today during a meeting on prevention efforts. She said the United States backs Albania’s efforts to strengthen national security. The fight targets trafficking in …

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Data protection in the era of artificial intelligence discussed with financial sector

TIRANA, June 4 – The Office of the Commissioner for the Right to Information and Personal Data Protection held a discussion titled “Personal Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence in the Financial Sector” with representatives from banking institutions, non-bank financial entities, the insurance sector, data protection officers, technology experts and information …

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Rubio: Kosovo’s NATO Membership Is Not Currently at the Top of Allies’ Agenda

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that NATO enlargement to include Kosovo is not currently a top priority for the alliance’s member states. However, he emphasized that this does not mean such membership could not happen in the future. Speaking during a hearing before the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rubio also said that …

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Costa to Vučić: Kosovo–Serbia Dialogue and the Ohrid Agreement Are Vital for Regional Security

The President of the European Council, António Costa, called on Serbia to accelerate its reform agenda and advance dialogue with Kosovo, stressing that European Union enlargement is a strategic necessity. Speaking at a joint press conference with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, Costa stated that the path toward EU membership is based on trust and tangible progress …

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Vjosa Osmani in Gjilan: We Believe in Work, Results, and the Alliance with the United States

Presidential candidate from the Vjosa Osmani camp visited Gjilan, where she thanked citizens for their support, describing it as a decisive turning point toward change and unity. During a gathering in Gjilan, Osmani stated that her political vision is based on concrete actions and measurable achievements. “We believe in work, not in endless …

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Euro Falls Against the Albanian Lek Again, Approaching the 95-Lek Threshold

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”ad450730-ee0a-4766-9ef5-0ed587dfa543″ data-turn-id-container=”ad450730-ee0a-4766-9ef5-0ed587dfa543″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-11″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The exchange rate of the euro against the Albanian lek has reached a new historic low. According to the official rate published by the Bank of Albania, one euro is currently exchanged at 95.3 lek, the lowest level ever recorded. …

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Agricultural Census Bill Approved; Farmers Who Do Not Respond May Face Fines

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e83a8c35-3104-4124-b1ce-8fcde7e40777-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e83a8c35-3104-4124-b1ce-8fcde7e40777-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The government has approved the draft law “On the Agricultural Census,” a process aimed at comprehensively registering agricultural economic units throughout the country. The initiative directly affects farmers, families working agricultural land, livestock units, and agricultural holdings that produce both …

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Construction Project in Zvërnec: Rama Reveals the Architect, Calling Him a “Great Artist of Nature”

Prime Minister Edi Rama announced in a Facebook post the architect who has been commissioned for the Zvërnec development project. Rama described landscape architect Dong Yugan as a “great artist of nature” and noted that he presented his vision on Thursday at the Bread&Heart Festival in Tirana. Rama stated that the project aims to achieve a …

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President of Lithuania Visits Tirana, Received by Rama at the Prime Minister’s Office

Prime Minister Edi Rama welcomed the President of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, at the Prime Minister’s Office this Thursday. It has been reported that the meeting focused on strengthening relations between the two countries, Lithuania’s support for Albania’s European Union accession process, and the EU’s enlargement to include the Western Balkan …

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Justice begins at magistrates’ school, not in courtroom, minister says

TIRANA, June 4 – Justice Minister Toni Gogu said today that justice reform in Albania has entered a new phase. He said the process now shifts from institution building to consolidation. He linked this shift to professional and ethical training of new magistrates. He spoke at the closing conference of …

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U.S. supports stronger measures against cultural heritage trafficking, US Deputy Ambassador to Albania says

TIRANA, June 4 – The United States supports stronger measures against trafficking in cultural heritage objects. US Deputy Ambassador to Albania Kethrin Hammond made the statement today during a meeting on prevention efforts. She said the United States backs Albania’s efforts to strengthen national security. The fight targets trafficking in …

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Data protection in the era of artificial intelligence discussed with financial sector

TIRANA, June 4 – The Office of the Commissioner for the Right to Information and Personal Data Protection held a discussion titled “Personal Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence in the Financial Sector” with representatives from banking institutions, non-bank financial entities, the insurance sector, data protection officers, technology experts and information …

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Rubio: Kosovo’s NATO Membership Is Not Currently at the Top of Allies’ Agenda

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that NATO enlargement to include Kosovo is not currently a top priority for the alliance’s member states. However, he emphasized that this does not mean such membership could not happen in the future. Speaking during a hearing before the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rubio also said that …

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Costa to Vučić: Kosovo–Serbia Dialogue and the Ohrid Agreement Are Vital for Regional Security

The President of the European Council, António Costa, called on Serbia to accelerate its reform agenda and advance dialogue with Kosovo, stressing that European Union enlargement is a strategic necessity. Speaking at a joint press conference with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, Costa stated that the path toward EU membership is based on trust and tangible progress …

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Vjosa Osmani in Gjilan: We Believe in Work, Results, and the Alliance with the United States

Presidential candidate from the Vjosa Osmani camp visited Gjilan, where she thanked citizens for their support, describing it as a decisive turning point toward change and unity. During a gathering in Gjilan, Osmani stated that her political vision is based on concrete actions and measurable achievements. “We believe in work, not in endless …

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Euro Falls Against the Albanian Lek Again, Approaching the 95-Lek Threshold

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”ad450730-ee0a-4766-9ef5-0ed587dfa543″ data-turn-id-container=”ad450730-ee0a-4766-9ef5-0ed587dfa543″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-11″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The exchange rate of the euro against the Albanian lek has reached a new historic low. According to the official rate published by the Bank of Albania, one euro is currently exchanged at 95.3 lek, the lowest level ever recorded. …

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Agricultural Census Bill Approved; Farmers Who Do Not Respond May Face Fines

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e83a8c35-3104-4124-b1ce-8fcde7e40777-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e83a8c35-3104-4124-b1ce-8fcde7e40777-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The government has approved the draft law “On the Agricultural Census,” a process aimed at comprehensively registering agricultural economic units throughout the country. The initiative directly affects farmers, families working agricultural land, livestock units, and agricultural holdings that produce both …

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Construction Project in Zvërnec: Rama Reveals the Architect, Calling Him a “Great Artist of Nature”

Prime Minister Edi Rama announced in a Facebook post the architect who has been commissioned for the Zvërnec development project. Rama described landscape architect Dong Yugan as a “great artist of nature” and noted that he presented his vision on Thursday at the Bread&Heart Festival in Tirana. Rama stated that the project aims to achieve a …

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President of Lithuania Visits Tirana, Received by Rama at the Prime Minister’s Office

Prime Minister Edi Rama welcomed the President of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, at the Prime Minister’s Office this Thursday. It has been reported that the meeting focused on strengthening relations between the two countries, Lithuania’s support for Albania’s European Union accession process, and the EU’s enlargement to include the Western Balkan …