Albania’s Nations League match against Belarus in Budapest to be played behind closed doors
Albania will play their final Group C1 match in League C of the UEFA Nations League against Belarus on November 15 at the Illovszky Rudolf Stadium in Budapest, Hungary. The match will take place without spectators due to UEFA sanctions against Belarus. Under a decision adopted by the UEFA Executive …
Transparency Board cuts diesel and petrol prices
The Transparency Board has set new maximum wholesale and retail fuel prices following the declaration of a special situation in the hydrocarbon market. Retail diesel prices must not exceed ALL 210 per litre, while wholesale prices must remain below ALL 198. Retail petrol prices must not exceed ALL 169 per …
EU Ambassador Presents Progress Report, PM Rama: Albania Enters Final Stretch of EU Accession Negotiations
Prime Minister Edi Rama and the European Union Ambassador to Albania, Sofia Moreira de Sousa, held a joint press conference on Thursday, one day after the European Commission published its progress report on Albania. During his remarks, Rama said the report showed that Albania’s European future is now entirely in …
Hoxha: European Commission Progress Report reflects Albania’s progress on its path toward EU membership
TIRANA, November 5 /ATSH/ – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha held a meeting in Berlin with members of the German Bundestag Committee on the European Union affairs. During the meeting, Hoxha presented the progress Albania has made on its path toward EU membership—as reflected in the European …
INSTAT requests an extra 60 million Lekë for 2027 agricultural census
TIRANA, November 5 /ATSH/ – The Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) is requesting an additional 60 million lekë in the 2027 budget to conduct the agriculture census. The funds will focus on investments in technological infrastructure and providing incentives for the human resources involved in this statistical operation. During a report …
Malaj: Revenues for 2027 budget are estimated at 907.9 billion lekë
TIRANA, November 5 /ATA/ – Minister of Finance Petrit Malaj stated today that budget revenues for 2027 are estimated at 907.9 billion lekë, i.e. 30.9% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). During his remarks to the Parliamentary Committee on Economy, Employment, and Finance— where the 2027 draft budget projections are …
Tabaku: EC Progress Report backs opposition; demands end to unilateral reforms
TIRANA, November 5 /ATSH/ – Democratic Party MP Jorida Tabaku stated today that the European Commission’s progress report on Albania confirms the opposition’s long-standing concerns regarding EU integration, the rule of law and democratic governance. Speaking at a press conference from the Assembly premises, Tabaku remarked that the citizen protests, …
Rama renews call for dialogue with students
TIRANA, November 5 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama has renewed his call for dialogue with protesting students and lecturers, whose demonstration has now entered its 24th day. By placing a traditional stone table—a sofra—outside the Prime Minister’s Office alongside invitations marked “Dialogue,” he again urged the protesters to come …
Begaj: EC Progress Report, evidence of advancement in integration process
TIRANA, November 5 /ATSH/ – President Bajram Begaj met today with the Ambassador of the European Union Delegation to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa, who presented him with the European Commission’s progress report on Albania. The president appreciated this year’s progress report as evidence of advancement in the integration process …
EU Progress Report on Albania: PM Rama receives Ambassador De Sousa
TIRANA, November 5 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama met today with the European Union Ambassador Sofia Moreira de Sousa who presented him with the European Commission’s progress report on Albania. Following the meeting, Rama and Ambassador De Sousa are expected to hold a press conference to discuss the achievements …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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. …
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 …