Vengu Meets Ali Ahmeti in Tetovo: Albanian Factor Seen as Pillar of Stability and EU Orientation
Pirro Vengu met with Ali Ahmeti in Tetovo. He stressed the role of Albanians as a force for stability and European integration. Vengu praised Ahmeti as a key political figure. He called him a reference point in changing times. He said Ahmeti represents wisdom and long-term vision. He added that …
Rama at the Albania-Israel Innovation Summit: “For Jewish People, Our Country Is Their Home”
*]: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=”02287d9b-3a2c-408d-a316-141d0923f8d9″ data-turn-id-container=”02287d9b-3a2c-408d-a316-141d0923f8d9″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-7″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the Albania-Israel Summit this Tuesday, which brought together around 40 innovative Israeli companies specializing in cybersecurity. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> In his speech, Rama praised the relations between the …
e-Albania Portal to Be Temporarily Offline from May 15–18, Official Announcement Released
*]: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=”a00c6105-4df6-47e8-ab6a-0d8acb53edf9″ data-turn-id-container=”a00c6105-4df6-47e8-ab6a-0d8acb53edf9″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The e-Albania portal has announced that it will be temporarily out of service due to a process of technical updates and optimization of its technological infrastructure. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-2″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-6″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According to the official …
Elections in Kosovo: Deadline for Submitting Candidate Lists for MPs Ends Tonight
*]: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=”855176b5-d8e8-4353-a12c-093cd4fd79b1″ data-turn-id-container=”855176b5-d8e8-4353-a12c-093cd4fd79b1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-25″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Political parties in Kosovo have until this Tuesday to submit the lists of parliamentary candidates with whom they will compete in the snap elections scheduled for June 7. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-12″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-12″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-26″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The spokesperson …
Czech Tourists Choose the Shkumbin River: Albania an Ideal Destination for Nature Adventures
Adventure tourists from the Czech Republic have chosen the Shkumbin River and Albania’s natural landscapes for an active holiday filled with packrafting, camping, and exploring mountainous areas. Visitors praise the scenery, hospitality, and authenticity which, according to them, make Albania an ideal destination for adventure tourism. The group of Czech …
Eurostat Report: Number of Albanians Returned from EU Countries
*]: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=”5aeb1120-6d1a-4003-ac1f-210cfcfe2c28″ data-turn-id-container=”5aeb1120-6d1a-4003-ac1f-210cfcfe2c28″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-19″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> More than 8,000 Albanians were returned from European Union countries during 2025. Eurostat data ranks Albania among the countries with the highest number of citizens returned from the EU. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-9″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-9″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-20″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According …
Villa 31 Becomes an Art Space: “Geography of Care” Exhibition Opens
As part of Europe Week, the exhibition “Geography of Care” opened at Villa 31 in Tirana. Three artists — Mariana Kostandini, Olsi Hoxha, and Orestia Kapedani — present three different approaches to social, spatial, and political realities, connecting their works to the history of the villa itself. One of artist …
Hoxha at the “Friends of the Western Balkans” Meeting: EU Integration Is a Necessity
While participating in the “Friends of the Western Balkans” Group meeting in Bratislava, Minister Ferit Hoxha met with Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani. During the meeting, Hoxha particularly praised Italy’s consistent role as one of the strongest supporters of Albania’s European …
Agreement on Migrants with Italy, Rama Responds: “It Will Continue for as Long as Our Neighbor Wants”
*]: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=”3baebb70-c69a-44e8-997f-b0d77b18be09″ data-turn-id-container=”3baebb70-c69a-44e8-997f-b0d77b18be09″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-13″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted on the platform “X” regarding the agreement with Italy on refugees, firmly stating that the pact will continue “for as long as the neighboring country wants it.” *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ …
Konjufca Meets Sorensen: Kosovo Committed to Concluding Dialogue with Serbia
Acting Foreign Minister Glauk Konjufca has stated that Kosovo remains committed to concluding the dialogue with Serbia through mutual recognition. Konjufca said he reaffirmed this during a joint meeting with Kosovo’s chief negotiator in the dialogue with Serbia, Agron Bajrami, while hosting the European Union’s Special Envoy, Peter Sorensen, in …
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 …
Agritourism continues to grow in Berat as family-run businesses promote local products and traditional cuisine while attracting more visitors. In a social media post, Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted the ALDOR guesthouse in the village of Syzez. The family-run guesthouse welcomes both Albanian and international visitors in a traditional setting …
Butrint National Park has invited visitors to explore its unique mosaics during a special month dedicated to these ancient artworks. Several mosaics are currently open to the public and will remain on display until the first week of August. The park opens the mosaics during specific periods as part of …
TIRANA, July 14 – Shkodër continues to attract local and foreign visitors as its main streets and tourist attractions fill with tourists during the summer season. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images on social media showing a typical morning in the northern city, which has become one of Albania’s most …
TIRANA, July 14 – Prime Minister Edi Rama attended France’s National Day ceremony in Paris today at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. Rama shared images on social media from the July 14 military parade along the Champs-Elysees. The footage showed members of the Albanian Armed Forces marching with …
The Albanian Football Federation held the draw for the 2026-2027 Abissnet Superiore season calendar at the “House of Football” in Tirana. During the ceremony, club representatives and media members attended as the federation announced the fixtures for the 88th edition of Albania’s top football championship. The new season will start …
TIRANA, July 14 – Albanian champions Egnatia will host Moldova’s Petrocub on Wednesday in the second leg of the first qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League. The match will kick off at 21:00 at Arena Egnatia in Rrogozhinë. The tie remains open after Egnatia secured a 1-1 draw in …
TIRANA, July 14 – Kolonja continues to attract French visitors with its traditional cuisine, unspoiled landscapes and cultural heritage, as culinary tourism gains popularity in southeastern Albania. Visitors can explore historical sites and take part in traditional cooking experiences. Many learn how to prepare lakror [traditional Albanian pie], one of …
TIRANA, July 14 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said the 9th Albania–European Union Intergovernmental Conference reflects years of sustained institutional work on the country’s European integration. In a social media post, Hoxha recalled key milestones in Albania’s accession process. He noted that the country had not opened any negotiation chapters …
TIRANA, July 14 – Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said Albania is maintaining economic stability and stronger public finances through the new Macroeconomic and Fiscal Framework for 2027-2029. In a social media post, Malaj said the framework sets clear priorities for growth, public investment and lower public debt. He added that …