Rama: Agrotourism Opportunities Across Albania with “Mountain Package”
Prime Minister Edi Rama said no mayor can run in the next local elections without implementing the 10 initiatives of the “Mountain Package.” At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama called the program key for encouraging returnees to invest savings in agrotourism. He explained the package targets landowners, …
Intermittent rain expected across Albania
TIRANA, April 1 – The Military Weather Service announced that Albania will experience unstable atmospheric conditions on Wednesday. Clouds will range from moderate to dense, with brief sunny intervals over the Western Lowlands. Rain will occur intermittently during the first 24 hours and remain generally light across much of the …
Today’s Match Against Turkey, Begaj: “Heart in Prishtina”
Kosovo faces Turkey tonight at 20:45 at Prishtina’s “Fadil Vokrri” Stadium. The match is part of the 2026 World Cup play-offs, hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada. President Bajram Begaj wished the Kosovo team success. “Heart in Prishtina. Go, Kosovo!” Begaj wrote on social media. The match is seen …
Rama: State Oil Companies to Protect Consumers
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, announced the creation of a state oil company. He said it will transform the hydrocarbon market and protect consumers. At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama addressed rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict. He explained that removing …
Rama: We Reformed Systems to Reduce Corruption
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, said today that Albania fights corruption more than ever. He credited government reforms that make systems less vulnerable to corruption. At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama highlighted that Albania leads the region in public procurement quality. Ministries and agencies …
Hoxha: No Blockage in Albania’s EU Accession Process
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said Albania faces no blockage in its EU accession process. He stressed that the country has advanced in closing chapters, but member states make the final decisions. “Reforms are our key to joining the European family,” Hoxha told Top Channel. He rejected claims of any obstacles …
Ibrahimaj: New Program to Prepare Businesses for EU Single Market
Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj attended the presentation of a report on Albanian businesses’ readiness for the EU single market. She called it the starting point for a new support program for the private sector. The program will guide businesses over the next four years. It will help them …
Albania at OECD Global Forum on Anti-Corruption and Integrity
Albania participated in the 2026 OECD Global Forum on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Paris, the Public Administration Department (DAP) announced. Marcela Kërëku, Director of Integrity, Oversight, and Administrative and Judicial Complaints at DAP, represented the country. She highlighted integrity as a key factor for competitiveness and development. During the session …
Rama: Socialist Party Wins by Starting Election Preparations Early
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party (PS) leader, said PS will succeed in the next local elections. At the PS Assembly in Unit 7, Rama said, “We start preparing for elections long before others. When others watch us, we focus on ourselves.” He added the party balances election planning …
Rama: Albania’s EU Negotiations Proceed According to Plan
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, said Albania’s EU negotiation process is on track. At the PS Assembly in Unit 7, Rama rejected media claims of a stalled integration. “These reports are 100% false,” he said. He added, “We follow an agreed calendar with the EU. The European …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras regarding reactions in Greece to the recent incident in Zvërnec. In a lengthy post on X, Rama expressed surprise that Tsipras’ newly established party had “contributed to transforming a completely isolated incident into an issue of …
In a press release published on Monday, the Presidency announced that the President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, has signed decrees concerning the dismissal and appointment of several ambassadors of the Republic of Albania in diplomatic missions across different countries around the world. As part of these changes, the President …
The Cycling Federation of Kosovo will hold a press conference on June 3 ahead of the BCU Balkan Cycling Championship 2026, an event that will be organized in Kosovo for the first time. The conference is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., during which federation officials will present details regarding …
*]: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=”6da3c76f-8447-49ca-a5e6-4df86ac6b6a6″ data-turn-id-container=”6da3c76f-8447-49ca-a5e6-4df86ac6b6a6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-9″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Smoking among adolescents, as well as the use of nicotine products, has raised concerns among global health experts. Roland Shuperka, an Albanian expert on tobacco and alcohol issues, says that Albania has consumption levels similar to those found across Europe. …
The Economic Sentiment Indicator (ESI) recorded a slight increase of 1.1 points in May. According to the latest survey by the Bank of Albania, the indicator remains close to the average level observed over the past two years and stands approximately 7 points above its historical average. The increase in …
*]: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:22bf80af-98aa-4fc2-b16a-86844b1c9ad9-7″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:22bf80af-98aa-4fc2-b16a-86844b1c9ad9-7″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-16″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Unemployment in the European Union remains close to its lowest historical levels, with the labor market continuing to show resilience despite economic slowdowns in several member states. According to the latest data published by Eurostat, the unemployment rate stood at …
*]: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=”54bccc72-e979-4f23-b304-7de9d236c50e” data-turn-id-container=”54bccc72-e979-4f23-b304-7de9d236c50e” data-testid=”conversation-turn-13″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The Constitutional Court of Albania has approved a request for the establishment of a parliamentary investigative committee concerning the 2025 parliamentary election process. *]: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:22bf80af-98aa-4fc2-b16a-86844b1c9ad9-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:22bf80af-98aa-4fc2-b16a-86844b1c9ad9-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The Court’s decision paves the way for …
*]: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=”a8981fa4-8889-4030-b42a-d84ab784d426″ data-turn-id-container=”a8981fa4-8889-4030-b42a-d84ab784d426″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-7″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Berat on Monday as part of the celebrations marking the 35th anniversary of the Socialist Party (PS). During his speech, he also addressed the recent protests concerning Zvërnec. *]: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:22bf80af-98aa-4fc2-b16a-86844b1c9ad9-3″ …
Under the motto “Open Skies, Open Minds,” the 13th edition of the DEA Open Air International Film Festivalreturns to Tirana. This year’s festival, which begins on Monday afternoon and runs through June 5, features 40 films from 25 countries. “This festival seeks to contribute to a country that lacks a …
*]: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 …