Over 26,000 fines and 48 arrests in one week, Police intensify road checks
With the increase in travel flows toward tourist and coastal areas, the Albanian State Police has stepped up controls across the country, using radars and drones to monitor road traffic. During the past week, more than 26,000 administrative measures were imposed for various traffic violations, ranging from not wearing seat …
Over 1 million vehicles registered in Albania, 35% circulating in Tirana
The road vehicle market in Albania continues to expand steadily at the beginning of 2026, with the highest concentration in Tirana. According to data from INSTAT for the first quarter of 2026, the total number of road vehicles in circulation reached 1,068,000, marking a 9% increase compared to the same …
Employment rises in Albania, but young people remain economically insecure
Albania has recorded an increase in employment, creating more jobs than a decade ago. However, many of these positions remain seasonal, insecure, and poorly paid, failing to keep pace with rising prices. In the first quarter of 2026 alone, around 13,800 new jobs were created, while the unemployment rate fell …
Facts: Jet Bank is certified by 9 local & international institutions
Fatbardha Rino stressed that Jet Bank does not operate in a speculative environment, but within a strict legal framework supervised by the Bank of Albania and aligned with international financial standards. She underlined that transparency is not a choice, but a legal and institutional obligation. According to her, every fund, …
Ex-Minister’s Criticism of Ruling Socialists: A Turning Point in Albania?
For the first time in years, the governing Socialist Party is being savaged from within as Elisa Spiropali – a once close ally of Prime Minister Edi Rama – attacks his ‘heartless machine’. Original post Here
International Workers’ Day in Albania: from early protests to today’s labour focus
TIRANA, May 1 – International Workers’ Day, observed on 1 May, began with the 1886 labour protests in the United States, where workers demanded greater rights. The day later spread across Europe and beyond and became a symbol of labour movements. In Albania, International Workers’ Day first took place in …
International Workers’ Day – PM Edi Rama sends message of respect to workers
TIRANA, May 1 – On International Workers’ Day, Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a public message honouring workers across Albania. In a post on Facebook, he expressed respect and appreciation for all those who contribute through their work. He highlighted the importance of the day as a moment to recognise …
International Workers’ Day – President Bajram Begaj expresses gratitude to workers
TIRANA, May 1 – On International Workers’ Day, President Bajram Begaj shared a message honouring workers across Albania. In his statement, he expressed respect and gratitude for their dedication, sacrifice and integrity. He described workers as the people who build the country every day through their efforts. Begaj stressed that …
Weather today: sunny conditions and a slight rise in temperatures
TIRANA, May 1 – Today, Albania will experience mainly stable atmospheric conditions. Most of the country will see sunny intervals and passing clouds, especially in eastern mountainous areas. Wind will blow weak to moderate from the northwest. It will feel stronger along the coastline. A very low chance of isolated …
“Nan” to represent Albania at Eurovision 2026, minister Gonxhja meets Alis
TIRANA, May 1 – Ahead of Eurovision Song Contest 2026, Albania’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja met artist Alis. Alis will represent Albania with the song “Nan”. Gonxhja shared details of the meeting on social media. He highlighted the emotional and artistic depth of the project. He …
Albania and North Macedonia are strengthening customs cooperation by preparing a new protocol for the implementation of their Joint Border Controls Agreement. The initiative aims to improve the efficiency of border inspections, facilitate trade, and reduce waiting times at border crossings. During a visit to the Qafë Thanë–Qafasan joint border …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared new images of Saranda’s public beaches, highlighting the growing number of international visitors enjoying the city’s coastline, hospitality, local cuisine, and clean beaches during the summer season. This year, Albania’s coastal municipalities have expanded the areas designated as public beaches and are providing free …
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas praised Albania’s progress toward EU membership and said the EU is ready to welcome Albania and Montenegro as future members. Speaking in an interview with a Bosnian news agency, Kallas said the European Union will accelerate its enlargement process and identified the integration …
Parliamentary Group Leader of the Socialist Party Taulant Balla received Kevin Carrico, president of the Jacksonville City Council in the United States, at the Albanian Parliament. During the meeting, both sides discussed cooperation between Albania and the United States, with a particular focus on the role of the Albanian-American community …
Minister of Justice Toni Gogu met today with the Free Legal Aid Service branches, the State Enforcement Service, the Probation Service, and the Center for the Prevention of Crimes by Minors and Youth. During the meeting, officials prioritized raising citizens’ awareness of their right to free legal aid, improving the …
The Basic Court in Pristina has once again sentenced Ekrem Bajroviq to 12 years in prison after finding him guilty of war crimes against the civilian population committed during the 1998–1999 Kosovo war in the municipality of Istog. The case had been returned for retrial by the Supreme Court of …
Albanian Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi announced the official opening of the National Flight School on Friday, describing it as a strategic step toward strengthening the country’s defense and national security capabilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Nufi said the National Flight School is more than just a new educational …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama and Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi attended the inauguration ceremony of the National Flight School on Friday. During his address, Rama highlighted the growing interest among young people in joining the Albanian Air Force, adding that the new institution will also be open to training …
Task Force Conducts Inspections on Pogradec Beaches to Prevent Illegal Occupation of Lakeshore Areas
A joint task force made up of representatives from the National Coastline Agency, the Municipality of Pogradec, and the State Police carried out inspections along Pogradec’s lakeshore this Friday to monitor compliance with beach station permits and ensure that designated public beach areas remain accessible. Shpëtim Çiku, Director of the …
Workers in Albania continue to put in significantly longer working hours than the European average. According to Eurostat, the average working week across the European Union stood at 35.9 hours in 2025. In Albania, however, data from INSTAT show that employees worked an average of 42.6 hours per week—6.7 hours …