Berisha meets Albanian-American community in Texas
Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha has continued his visit to the United States with a meeting with the Albanian-American community in Texas. The meeting focused on discussions with Albanian-Americans who live and work in the state. Berisha also praised the community for its warm welcome and strong participation. In a …
FM Hoxha praises ATSH; Calls News Agencies the backbone of information
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, took part in the “The Balkans Meet in Trieste” conference. The Italian news agency ANSA organized the conference during the 34th General Assembly of the Alliance of Balkan News Agencies – Southeast Europe (ABNA-SE). The event brought together senior representatives from …
TIA among finalists for the “Airport of the Year 2026” award
Tirana International Airport has made the shortlist for the “Airport of the Year 2026” award. The recognition reflects the airport’s development and ongoing investments in infrastructure and services. According to TIA, several key performance indicators helped secure its place among the finalists. These include operational efficiency, passenger experience, innovation and …
Council of Europe AI Convention ratification/ Gogu puts citizen protection at the heart of technology use
Technology and artificial intelligence are playing a growing role in the relationship between citizens and public administration. Parliament’s Committee on Legal Affairs and Public Administration discussed the issue while reviewing a bill to ratify the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of …
Gonxhja: Shkodra’s Old Bazaar to Return to Life Through Virtual Reality
Shkodra’s Old Bazaar, one of the city’s historic landmarks, will soon return to life through virtual reality (VR). The project will recreate the 19th-century bazaar. In addition, it will create a new tourist attraction for Shkodra. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja announced the project on Wednesday. According …
Academy of Sciences commemorates Zef Krispi, pioneer of Albanian language and Arbëresh studies
The Academy of Sciences today commemorated Zef Krispi, also known as Giuseppe Crispi, on the anniversary of his death. He was a bishop, Hellenist and professor at the University of Palermo, and one of the 19th-century Arbëresh scholars who devoted their work to Albanian language, history and culture. Born in …
Tirana Mosaic/ Ancient history brought to life through 3D and Gigapixel technology
The Tirana Mosaic has become one of the capital’s most important tourist attractions. It preserves valuable traces of Albania’s ancient history. After a full restoration and reconstruction, the site now attracts more local and foreign visitors. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said the mosaic now connects cultural …
Gonxhja in Zurich: Albania Positions Itself as a Safe Destination for Quality Investment
Albania is positioning itself as a safe destination for quality investment and sustainable development, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said in Zurich. Gonxhja attended the “Safe Haven” forum in Zurich. The event focused on global economic trends, investment, risk management, portfolios, and digital identity. During the forum, participants …
Albanian President Begaj Attends Farewell Ceremony for Norway’s King Harald V
Albanian President Bajram Begaj attended the farewell ceremony for King Harald V of Norway in Oslo, joining monarchs and world leaders in paying tribute to the late Norwegian king. The ceremony took place at Oslo Cathedral following a solemn procession from the Royal Palace. Representatives from several countries attended the …
NATO Delegation Visits Durres Port to Discuss Security and Corridor VIII
A high-level NATO delegation visited the Port of Durres on Wednesday to assess its port capacities and strategic role in regional security and logistics. The delegation was led by the Commander of NATO’s Joint Force Command in Naples. Representatives of the Albanian Armed Forces and Naval Force Commander Rear Admiral …
A monumental statue dedicated to Queen Teuta has been installed on the scenic Shëngjin-Velipojë route. The monument adds a new historical, cultural and tourism attraction to the area. Sculptor Julian Muçollari created the nearly nine-meter-high monument. Journalist Marin Mema inspired the concept. Historian Paulin Zefi, actors from Albanian-speaking territories and …
More than 5,300 children with disabilities receive support in Albanian schools, Deputy Health and Social Welfare Minister Ina Majko said as the new school year begins. Majko said support for children and their families includes dedicated services aimed at promoting inclusion in education. She highlighted assistant teachers, psychosocial services and …
Albania marks today the 84th anniversary of the Peza Conference, held on September 16, 1942, by representatives of Albanian antifascist forces seeking to establish a united front against the occupiers. The conference adopted several important decisions, including the creation of the National Liberation Antifascist Front. The front brought together antifascists …
The Trial Panel at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague has found former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi and Jakup Krasniqi criminally responsible for war crimes. Presiding Judge Charles Smith presented the panel’s findings today during the first-instance judgment hearing. The panel found …
The Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague today convicted four former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders of war crimes and handed down prison sentences. Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi received a 25-year prison sentence. The Trial Panel found him criminally responsible for war crimes including murder, torture, cruel treatment and …
The Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR) took part in the ICE 2026 Conference on the Integrated Administration and Control System (IACS) in Sofia. The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), together with the Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI) and the Bulgarian Paying Agency, organized the …
Albania is emerging as one of Europe’s fastest-growing nature tourism destinations in 2026, as more international travelers choose its mountain villages, national parks, rivers, coastal landscapes and protected areas. According to Travel and Tour World, Albania’s combination of the Albanian Alps, Ionian coastline and protected natural landscapes is attracting adventure …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Italy is Albania’s “European alter ego” during a visit to Naples, where he attended the inauguration of Albania’s Honorary Consulate. Rama said the new consulate represents more than a diplomatic office. He described it as a bridge between the two countries and highlighted the strong …
Real estate recorded the strongest sales growth in Albania’s services sector during the second quarter of 2026, while tourism-related activities also continued to expand at a strong pace. According to data from the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), the net sales volume index for real estate rose 38.9% compared with the …
Cinema is playing an increasingly important role in promoting Albanian tourist destinations by bringing the country’s cities, landscapes and cultural values to a wider audience. In this context, the National Tourism Agency (NTA) and Infinity Film Production signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to promote the feature film “A Christmas Serenade” …