Albania and U.S. Strengthen Defense Partnership in Washington Meetings
Ermal Nufi meets senior officials at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, where both sides reaffirm their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Albania and the United States. He holds talks with Sonata Coulter and Rachel Schiller. During the meetings, he focuses on cooperation within the NATO alliance. …
Shehu: Technology and Diaspora Drive Albanian Entrepreneurship in Global Markets
Entrepreneur Hudi Shehu says technology and the Albanian diaspora play a decisive role in helping young people build careers and businesses in global markets. He explains that technology reduces geographical barriers and allows entrepreneurs to operate internationally from anywhere. As a result, he says location matters less than skills and …
Gjon Mili Retrospective Opens at “Marubi,” Celebrating Pioneer of Modern Photography
The exhibition “Gjon Mili: Retrospective” opens at the National Museum of Photography Marubi National Museum of Photography and brings the work of photographer Gjon Mili back to Albania. The museum presents original works curated by Howard Greenberg. It showcases Mili as a pioneer of modern photography. First, the exhibition displays …
Yll Limani Concerts Turn Tirana into a Major Music Event Hub
Two nights of concerts by Yll Limani bring tens of thousands of young people to Tirana and turn the capital into a major center of music and entertainment. The events take place at the Athletics Track near the Grand Park of Lake Tirana. As a result, the concerts attract audiences …
Protests, Rama: Tourists Are Cancelling Bookings, There Is a Fascist Mentality That Does Not Accept Opposing Views
Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that the recent protests are negatively affecting the tourism sector, leading to cancellations of bookings by foreign tourists for the summer season. Speaking on the podcast “Flasim,” Rama said he has received complaints and messages from tourism operators across different parts of the country, who …
Gjirokastër: Traditional Fairs Bring Albania and Kosovo Together
In Gjirokastër, traditional fairs held throughout the summer season promote the values of handicrafts and traditional crafts as key attractions for tourists. Souvenirs skillfully crafted by artisans have become increasingly popular among visitors, who take them home as mementos of their visit to the Stone City. These events become even …
Tourism Season Opens in Pustec, Number of Foreign Tourists on the Rise
Tourism season has officially opened in the minority municipality of Pustec, one of the most unique tourist destinations in southeastern Albania. In recent years, the Prespa National Park has experienced a significant increase in visitors, particularly foreign tourists, who are captivated by the area’s natural beauty, the lake, Maligrad Island, …
Property Ownership Issues in Gjirokastër: Historic Buildings Abandoned, Museum Heritage Values at Risk
In Gjirokastër, property ownership disputes involving protected cultural monuments are threatening the preservation of the Stone City’s historical and architectural heritage. As a result of these issues, several historic buildings and traditional houses have deteriorated or lost part of their museum and cultural value. “One of the main challenges we …
Braçe: Protest Is Legitimate, Government’s Job Is to Govern the Country and Serve the People
Socialist Party MP Erion Braçe has reacted to the anti-government protest that has been taking place in Tirana for the past two weeks. In a post published on his Facebook page, Braçe described the protest as a legitimate right, while stressing that the government must continue carrying out its duties …
Five Arrested in Special Prosecutor’s War Crimes Operation
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The head of the Socialist Party parliamentary group, Taulant Balla, said in a statement to the media outside Parliament that the European Parliament’s amendment regarding protected areas is “nothing more and nothing less” than what Prime Minister Edi Rama has already stated: that no construction will be allowed without a …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has once again reacted to the citizen protests that have been taking place in Tirana for the past 18 days. In a lengthy message on social media, Rama said he understands the concerns of citizens who joined the demonstrations over environmental issues. However, he accused political …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to the European Parliament amendment, clarifying that it is not related to Zvërnec or the protected Pishë Poro–Nartë landscape, but rather to the protected Nartë–Vjosa area, where, according to him, the government shares the same position as Members of the European Parliament. “The …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has given an interview to Euronews.com on the current situation in Europe and the challenges facing the continent. Rama spoke about EU enlargement and the integration process of the Western Balkan countries. Is Europe Ready for Its Next Helmut Kohl Moment? Speaking in Berlin, the …
All real estate properties in Albania, whether residential units or business premises, will be taxed according to their market value under a new draft law proposed by the Ministry of Finance and submitted for public consultation. According to the draft legislation, the taxable base for the property tax will be …
The Socialist Party will hold an expanded meeting of its parliamentary group on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Palace of Brigades, according to sources cited by Euronews Albania journalist Eksiola Shehu. Members of Parliament were informed about the meeting only a short time ago. The gathering comes at a …
Through cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Albania in Montenegro and thanks to the commitment of Montenegro’s Minister of Education, Science and Innovation, Anđela Jakšić-Stojanović, the €3,500 fee previously required for the recognition and equivalency of diplomas obtained by Montenegrin students who studied at universities in Albania has …
Prime Minister Edi Rama joined the resumed plenary session of Parliament on Thursday afternoon, during which lawmakers approved the penal amnesty bill. Before the vote, tensions arose in the chamber, and acting Speaker Niko Peleshi ordered the removal of Opportunity Party MP Agron Shehaj from the session after he repeatedly …
Citizens continued their protest this Thursday, marking the 19th consecutive day of demonstrations. Unlike previous days, protesters did not march toward the Prime Minister’s Office. Instead, they changed their route and headed toward the Parliament building, where a plenary session is currently taking place. A few minutes earlier, Prime Minister …
The European Parliament has adopted an amendment calling for a resolution to the issue of using the Albanian language in state examinations in North Macedonia, including the Bar Exam. In the approved text, Members of the European Parliament urge state institutions to address the issue as soon as possible, ensuring …