Socca European Championship: Albania opens with 5-0 win over Turkey
TIRANA, May 21 – The Socca European Championship officially kicked off in Albania on Wednesday in a festive atmosphere at the “House of Football”, which hosts the European minifootball tournament. Meanwhile, group-stage matches took place throughout the day. In addition, the opening ceremony brought music, artistic performances, and a strong …
“Gateway to the Alps” project transforms Shkodër with infrastructure, transport, and culture upgrades
TIRANA, May 21 – The Municipality of Shkodër worked with the Albanian Development Fund and international and local experts. It prepared a package of transformative projects. These projects target mobility, daily life, economic development, and tourism in the region. Meanwhile, Mayor Benet Beci presented the programme as “Gateway to the …
EU ambassadors expected to approve IBAR assessment report on Albania
TIRANA, May 21 – The EU Enlargement Working Group (COELA) has approved the Interim Benchmark Assessment Report (IBAR) on Albania’s progress in the European Union integration process. Meanwhile, the 27 EU member states have agreed on a common draft. Media reports say EU ambassadors will consider the text on Thursday …
Aurel Domi on Ola Foods success at TuttoFood and the brands global growth
The participation of Albanian companies in major international trade fairs is increasingly becoming a sign of the growing standards and ambitions of Albanian businesses to position themselves in global markets. One of the companies that participated this year in TuttoFood, the largest food industry fair in Italy and one of …
EU confirms to Euronews Albania: IBAR has passed in COELA
Sources from the European Union have confirmed to Euronews Albania that the IBAR draft passed today in the COELA working group, marking another important step in Albania’s European integration process. According to EU sources, COELA reached an agreement on the draft of the EU’s common temporary position (EUCP), meaning that …
Foreign Minister reacts to Israel’s treatment of activists: Shocking images
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha reacted on the platform X regarding footage published by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, showing the treatment of detained flotilla activists. He described the images as shocking and unacceptable, stressing that all detainees must be treated with dignity and with full respect for human …
Albania advances in EU negotiations, IBAR passes to COREPER
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Berisha’s One-Man Contest for Albanian Opposition Leadership Risks Dooming Party
The Democratic Party has barred all rivals to Sali Berisha from its leadership contest this week – cementing his grip on the party but also, critics warn, undermining its credibility. Original post Here
Parliament Monitors Albanian Film Archive Progress
The Parliamentary Committee on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora conducted a monitoring visit to the National Film Archive of Albania. The committee reviewed the institution’s work and ongoing projects. It also assessed challenges and operational needs. Director Eljan Tanini presented the archive’s activities. He highlighted digitization efforts and cooperation with other …
Albania Tightens Rules on Plant Protection Products
The Albanian government approved new changes to the rules on the registration and use of plant protection products. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development proposed the amendments. The changes aim to improve the regulatory framework for phytosanitary products in agriculture. The new rules define the concept of “minor use.” …
Croatian Foreign and European Affairs Minister Gordan Grlić Radman described Albania as a reliable economic partner. Speaking alongside Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha, Radman said the two countries have strong potential to expand economic cooperation. He identified transport, infrastructure, energy, and defence as key areas for closer collaboration. Radman also called …
Albanian Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said Albania’s security cooperation with Croatia aims to strengthen regional peace and should not concern any country. Hoxha made the remarks after meeting Croatian Foreign and European Affairs Minister Gordan Grlić Radman in Tirana. The two ministers agreed that the European future of the Western …
Croatian Foreign and European Affairs Minister Gordan Grlić Radman praised Albania’s progress toward European Union membership and pledged Croatia’s continued support. Speaking alongside Albania’s Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha, Radman said Albania and Croatia enjoy strong and friendly relations built on trust, shared values, and their NATO alliance. He said regular …
Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla defended the fast-track approval of Albania’s defence agreement with the United States. Balla said national interest and security needs justified the accelerated parliamentary review. He rejected opposition claims that lawmakers violated parliamentary deadlines. He said the Constitution defines when fast-track procedures cannot apply. …
Albania’s Parliament approved today the direct loan agreement with the United States under the Foreign Military Financing (FMF) programme. Defence Minister Ermal Nufi described the ratification as a historic moment in a social media post. Nufi said the agreement represents the strongest concrete and financial support Albania has received from …
Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj visited a food production company today to highlight the opportunities offered by the “Double Your Business” programme. The programme helps businesses increase investments, expand production, and create new jobs. During her visit to a pastry company, Ibrahimaj met entrepreneur Fatmir, who has built his …
The Albanian Academy of Sciences today honoured Maximilian Lambertz on the anniversary of his birth, remembering one of the most important figures in Albanology who dedicated his life to studying the Albanian language, folklore, and culture. Lambertz was born on 27 July 1882 in Austria. He developed an interest in …
TIRANA, July 27 – Pilur hosted the first edition of the Day of the Pilur Group during the weekend, honouring the legendary Albanian polyphonic group that has contributed to national culture for more than six decades. The event took place at the “Lefter Çipa Word Museum” Centre, bringing together former …
TIRANA, July 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Monday that Diella, Albania’s artificial intelligence assistant on the e-Albania public services platform, has handled around 3 million interactions, becoming a digital communication bridge between citizens and the state. Rama shared an information video presenting Diella’s development and the work …
TIRANA, July 27 – Albania’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs hosted on Monday the international conference “Fighting Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI): Albania and the Enlargement Context” in Tirana. The event brought together representatives from European institutions, NATO, security experts, academics and media representatives. Discussions focused on foreign …