Kurti: European Union has approved projects requested by Kosovo
Kosovo’s acting Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, announced late on Wednesday that the European Union has approved projects requested by Kosovo, along with grants worth a total of €206 million. In a Facebook post, Kurti said the EU had officially informed Kosovo that the IPA Committee had approved the country’s proposed …
No consensus in Strasbourg on Albania-EU resolution, Socialists and Democrats clash over amendments
No consensus was reached in the EU–Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee on adopting a joint resolution on Albania’s EU accession process. The dispute between representatives of the Socialist Party and the Democratic Party centred on the opposition’s proposed amendments and how Albania’s progress toward European Union membership should be …
The Albanian Files: The Irregular Anatomy of an ‘Architectural Renaissance’
A new architecture book lifts the lid on Prime Minister Edi Rama’s personal role in bringing world-renowned architects to Albania, inadvertently fuelling discontent over what critics say is an informal form of governance that puts little stock in rules or transparency. Original post Here
Egnatia begins UEFA Champions League journey with away clash against Petrocub
Albanian champions Egnatia begin their UEFA Champions League campaign today with an away match against Moldovan champions Petrocub. The match will kick off at 19:00 at the Zimbru Stadium, where Egnatia will look to secure a positive result and take an important step toward reaching the second qualifying round of …
Egnatia draws 1-1 away against Petrocub as goalkeeper Dajsinani becomes the hero
Albanian champions Egnatia secured a 1-1 draw against Moldovan side Petrocub in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League first qualifying round. Playing at the Zimbru Stadium, Nevil Dede’s team started the match on the wrong foot. After only a few seconds, a defensive mistake allowed Popescu to capitalise …
Ibrahimaj: Albanian Businesses Must Prepare Now for the EU Single Market
Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj called on Albanian businesses to begin preparing for the European Union’s single market. Speaking at a roundtable on the national program for business integration into the EU single market, Ibrahimaj said businesses must act now to seize future opportunities. Furthermore, she said the government …
“Albania Through Byron’s Eyes” Showcases Albanian Culture in London
London hosted “Albania Through Byron’s Eyes,” an ethno-musical and theatrical production that combined history, poetry, music, and Albanian cultural heritage. The event attracted a large audience and received a warm response from both the Albanian and British communities. Furthermore, the production, organized by Empowered Women of Diaspora in partnership with …
Begaj Pledges Albania’s Support for Albanians in the Presheva Valley
President Bajram Begaj visited the Presheva Valley, where he met with local leaders, including municipal mayors Ardita Sinani and Arbër Bajaziti, the only Albanian member of Serbia’s Parliament, Shaip Kamberi, and the head of the Albanian National Council, Enkel Rexhepi. The meetings focused on the concerns of Albanians in the …
Hoxha: Albania Begins Preparations to Host Next NATO Summit in Tirana
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said Albania has begun preparations to host the next NATO Summit in Tirana, which could take place in 2027. Speaking to Top Channel during the NATO Summit in Ankara, Hoxha described the event as an important milestone for both the Alliance and Albania. Furthermore, he said …
Nufi: Hosting the Next NATO Summit Marks a Historic Moment for Albania
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi described Albania’s selection to host the next NATO Summit as a historic moment for the country. In a social media post, Nufi said the decision reflects the trust that NATO allies have placed in Albania. Furthermore, he said the decision recognizes Albania’s strong commitment to Euro-Atlantic …
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said protests in Albania do not threaten the country’s path toward European Union membership. Speaking after the ninth Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference, Kos said Albania had successfully closed three negotiation chapters. She urged Albania to align its legislation on protected areas with EU standards, describing environmental …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania remains on track with its European Union accession negotiations and continues to follow the timetable agreed with the European Commission. Speaking at a joint press conference with Ireland’s Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, Thomas Byrne, and EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta …
Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi participated in the UN High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) in New York, where Albania reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. The forum provided Albania with an opportunity to present its progress and strengthen cooperation with …
Prime Minister Edi Rama arrived at the European Council headquarters in Brussels for the ninth Albania-European Union Intergovernmental Conference. During the conference, Albania closed negotiations on three additional chapters in its EU accession process. The chapters cover Science and Research (Chapter 25), Education and Culture (Chapter 26), and External Relations …
Prime Minister Edi Rama described the closure of three EU negotiation chapters as another important milestone in Albania’s European integration process. Speaking at a joint press conference with Ireland’s Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Thomas Byrne and EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos after the ninth Albania-EU …
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said Albania reached an important milestone by closing its first three negotiation chapters with the European Union. Speaking after the 9th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Brussels, Kos said the achievement marks a major step in Albania’s path toward EU membership. “Today, we closed the first …
Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla visited the Embassy of Qatar in Tirana to express condolences following the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. During the visit, Balla conveyed his condolences to the Qatari Ambassador, Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Al Thani …
Irish Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Thomas Byrne praised Albania’s progress on its European integration path, saying the country is entering a new phase of negotiations after agreeing to close three negotiation chapters. Speaking at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Edi Rama and European Commissioner …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a video from Brussels after Albania closed its first three EU accession negotiation chapters, describing the moment as the start of a new phase in the negotiation process. Rama said the talks are moving forward and rejected claims that the negotiations had stalled. “Some said …
TIRANA, July 14 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha criticised a statement by Serbian Minister for Public Administration and Local Self-Government Snezhana Paunovic regarding Kosova. Paunovic said that, if she had been in the position of Slobodan Milosevic, she would have carried out “ethnic cleansing of Kosova …