AIIS chosen as institutional partner of NATO Public Forum 2024 in Washington
TIRANA, May 31, 2024 – The Albanian Institute for International Studies (AIIS) has been chosen as an institutional partner of the NATO Public Forum 2024, the flagship public conference at the NATO Summit in Washington D.C. to be held on July 10-11, 2024, the think tank said in a press …
Officials were denigrated with fake news, the journalist and the AMP employee arrested
Ervis Hasangega, a journalist by profession, and Regina Omeri, an employee of AMP Durres, were arrested this Thursday. Citizen Kushtrim Selimi, who is the head of the sector in the General Directorate of the Police Supervision Agency, has also been announced as wanted. They are accused of creating false data …
Special anti-corruption committee/ Voting in the Assembly to be postponed
Today, the Assembly has included in its agenda the establishment of the Special Anticorruption Commission. Although there is still no consensus between the parties, since the opposition has warned that it will not participate in this commission, it remains to be seen if the establishment of this Commission will be …
Lawyer Sokol Mengjesi in serious condition
Journalist Gerta Vasku, in a direct link for “Breaking News”, reported on the state of health of lawyer Sokol Mêngjesi. Citing sources from the hospital, she said that the lawyer’s condition remains serious, while adding that one should wait up to 72 hours to see the follow-up. ” The lawyer …
FNSH, Police and Operational controls in Fushë-Kruja
Rapid Intervention Forces, Operational Forces from the Tirana Police Directorate have been deployed in several areas of Fushë-Kruja. In advance, the sources say that the operation took place in Nikël and the surrounding areas. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original post Here
European Education Conference/Rama: The future cannot be defended by weapons, let’s build a “NATO” for education
This Wednesday, for the first time in the region, the Ministerial Conference of the European Higher Education Area, with the participation of all countries. This meeting aims to approach the basic values of education, internationalization, academic freedom, institutional autonomy, social dimension and public responsibility of higher education. During his speech …
118 years in prison for the group of hired killers
A group of contract killers who operated in the area of Kurbini and not only have been sentenced by the Court of Lezha to 118 years in prison for serious charges such as “Premeditated murder” committed in cooperation for interest but remaining in the attempt, “Theft in cooperation ” and …
“Gerdeci” case, is postponed again the hearing session for Fatmir Mediu
In the process against former defense minister Fatmir Mediu, this Wednesday in the Special Court, 5 experts who determined the damage of the demolition in 2008 appeared to testify. The session did not take place due to the absence of two prosecutors, Arben Kraja and Klodian Braho, who had informed …
Albanians continue to lead W. Balkans list of EU asylum applications
TIRANA, May 28, 2024 — Nationals from Albania and Kosovo top the list of asylum seekers from the Western Balkans applying in European Union countries during the first quarter of 2024, according to the latest report by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA). The report indicates that the number …
Property prices on Albanian coast soar, partially driven by foreign buyers
TIRANA, May 29, 2024 – Demand for coastal properties in Albania has surged by 20-30 percent compared to last year, according to the Albanian Builders Association. Key areas like Vlora, Palasa and Saranda are particularly popular, with 40 percent of buyers being foreigners attracted by lower prices compared to neighboring …
Kosovo’s Anti-Corruption Agency has published the annual asset declaration of Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The report shows that his rent has increased by €100, while his personal savings have decreased. There are no significant changes in his movable or immovable assets. Under real estate, Kurti lists an apartment owned by …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj, during an official visit to Washington, held a meeting at the U.S. Department of State with Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary for Economic Affairs. The visit took place במסגרת the annual meetings of the Albanian delegation with leaders of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. …
Doctors have denied complaints regarding the alleged malfunctioning of the Emergency Department at Kefalonia Hospital, following the death of 19-year-old Albanian woman, Myrto. The allegations were made by an anonymous woman, while the Hospital Workers’ Union of the General Hospital of Kefalonia has called for an investigation into the case. …
The Order of Pharmacists in Albania, in cooperation with the Chamber of Pharmacists of Kosovo, has opened the 8th Pharmaceutical Conference titled “Together for Pharmaceuticals.” Key topics discussed included the need for concrete reforms to address recurring issues in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as calls to establish European standards …
The General Directorate of Prisons has released details about a large-scale inspection carried out this Saturday at Peqin Prison, during which prohibited items were seized. Authorities also identified a suspected case involving narcotic substances and confirmed that two high-risk inmates serving life sentences have been transferred. Full statement: Under the …
Minister Hoxha Attends Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Focus on Dialogue and Western Balkans EU Integration
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, took part in the 3rd Meeting of the Peace Platform for the Balkans, at the invitation of his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan. Strengthening regional cooperation, the prospects for European integration, economic development, and energy security were among the main topics discussed. Ministers …
An evening filled with emotion and art was experienced at the “Lasgush Poradeci” theater hall in Pogradec, where the monodrama “Mother Teresa’s Dream – The Divine Human” was staged, serving as an artistic tribute to the iconic figure of Mother Teresa. The performance by actress Justina Aliaj, directed by Gëzim …
TIRANA, April 18 – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the “In Defence of Democracy” summit in Barcelona, where he met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at the opening of the event. Rama described Sanchez in a social media post as “a wise and courageous leader” and a valued partner. …
TIRANA, April 18 – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the fourth “In Defence of Democracy” summit held in Barcelona, Spain, joining leaders and officials for discussions on global democratic challenges. At the start of the summit, Rama met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. In a social media …
Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …