Albania and Eurojust commit to strengthening cooperation against cross-border crime
Albania’s Minister of Interior, Besfort Lamallari, held a meeting in The Hague with Eurojust President Michael Schmid. They discussed how to strengthen cooperation against cross-border crime. During the meeting, Lamallari highlighted the strong partnership between Albania and Eurojust. Moreover, he noted that this cooperation already delivers concrete results in complex …
“Latitudes”: Albania’s hidden treasures, from Theth to Filikur
While millions of tourists choose Albania every year for the famous beaches of the Riviera or the lively atmosphere of Tirana, another side of the country still remains far from mass tourism. Indeed, from spectacular canyons and hidden mountain villages to untouched coves and breathtaking northern landscapes, these destinations offer …
Minister Karakaçi: Albania moves toward a gigabit society with major investments in modern networks and 5G coverage
Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi said Albania aligns its communication networks with EU standards. Moreover, he stressed a clear goal: modern fiber networks to end users and 5G coverage by 2030. He spoke at an event on underground urban infrastructure. In addition, he focused on removing overhead cables …
“Urban Renaissance 2.0” to launch in July, targets gaps in water and sewage infrastructure
The “Urban Renaissance 2.0” program, set to be presented in early July, will address issues in water supply and sewage systems. Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke about the initiative during an event with local government leaders. Moreover, he described it as a large-scale program with strategic importance for communities across …
Puppet Theatre of Tirana launches summer tour across Albania
The Puppet Theatre is ready to begin its summer tour across Albania. First, the National Center for Children’s Culture announced the program through its director Melsi Qirici on social media. The tour will bring children’s performances to several cities across the country. In addition, the program includes popular shows such …
Albania’s Disregard for Environmental Protection ‘Hurting EU Accession Hopes’
Amid continuing street protests, Albania is coming under increasing pressure to reverse its weakening of environmental protections in the interests of ‘luxury tourism’, or risk a setback in its pursuit of EU accession. Original post Here
Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia sign agreement on cross-border citizens’ rights
The Ombudsmen of Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia signed a memorandum of cooperation today in Prizren. The agreement aims to strengthen and protect citizens’ rights across borders. First, the heads of the institutions committed to turning cooperation into real benefits for citizens in all three countries. They emphasized practical protection …
First Division Format to Change from the 2027/2028 Season
The Executive Committee approved a new format for Albania’s First Division starting from the 2027/2028 season. The change aims to increase competition and maintain sporting interest throughout the season. However, the current format will remain unchanged for the next edition. The championship will continue with three regular phases and 33 …
INSTAT: Unemployment falls to 8.4% in 2025 as average wage rises to 84,000 lek
*]: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:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-343″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-343″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s labor market improved further in 2025, as unemployment declined and average monthly wages increased, according to the latest data from INSTAT. The country’s labor force reached 1,279,906 people. Men accounted for 54.2% of the total, while women made up …
Rama to France24: Outside interference fuels Zvërnec protest
*]: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:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-347″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-347″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-16″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Prime Minister Edi Rama responded to questions from France24 about the protest against the Zvërnec project. He said several outside actors have influenced the movement. “There is a lot of interference. Iran has targeted us during a three-year cyber conflict. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama continued public consultations on the territorial administrative reform in Berat today. He focused on how the proposed reorganization of local units could affect public services. Rama stressed that the merger would not reduce services in Poliçan, Dimal or other local units. Instead, he said the reform …
Minister of Health and Social Welfare Klodiana Spahiu said that 12 hours of discussions cannot solve all the challenges citizens expect the healthcare system to address. She stressed that healthcare leaders must continue working directly with citizens and communities. During a coordination meeting with managers of primary healthcare and hospital …
Kosovo’s Assembly approved the new government led by Albin Kurti of the Vetëvendosje Movement (LVV) with 62 votes in favor, eight against and no abstentions, giving Kurti his fourth term as prime minister. LVV holds 53 seats, while nine lawmakers from non-majority communities also supported the government. Eight represent non-Serb …
The Academy of Sciences of Albania today marked the 119th anniversary of the birth of Dhimitër Pasko, known in literature as Mitrush Kuteli. Kuteli was born in Pogradec on September 13, 1907. He became one of Albania’s most distinguished writers, translators, economists and scholars. He made major contributions to literature, …
“What truly makes a difference is the dream,” Prime Minister Edi Rama said during a discussion with professors from the World Economic Forum, linking Albania’s transformation and that of the region to the aspiration for European Union membership. Responding to a Mongolian professor’s question about Albania’s democratic transformation and transition …
Dinamo City defeated Partizani 4-2 in the capital derby today at Vora Stadium, securing its third consecutive victory in the fourth round of the Abissnet Superiore. Ilir Daja’s side started strongly and opened the scoring in the 11th minute. Hekuran Berisha took advantage of a defensive mistake and put Dinamo …
The National Historical Museum today marked the 158th anniversary of the birth of Carl Patsch, the Austrian archaeologist and historian who made important contributions to the study of Albania and the Illyrians. Patsch was born on September 12, 1868. He directed the Provincial Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and later …
The Goddess of Butrint, Dea, has returned to the ancient city where archaeologists discovered her. The work stands among Albania’s best-known archaeological treasures. Prime Minister Edi Rama welcomed Dea’s return and said it adds further value to Albania’s history and cultural heritage. “Good news about Dea of Butrint returning home …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has brought back his “Flasim” podcast, focusing on education and Albania’s results in the international PISA 2025 assessment. In the first episode of the new season, titled “News from School,” Rama spoke about the start of the new school year and the progress of the education …
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi describes the development of the defence industry as a strategic priority for Albania. In a video message, he said that the country has now entered a new phase in which the defence industry aims to strengthen national security, technological capabilities and economic development. “The development of …