Albanian Govt Fails to Attract Bidders for New Durres Port
After no companies presented bids to redevelop the old Port of Durres as a marina with apartment blocks, the government’s plans for the site – which include building a new port – are in disarray. Original post Here
Kosovo to Abolish Visas for Bosnian Citizens from 2025
At the Berlin Process Summit, Kosovo’s prime minister announced that his country will allow residents of Bosnia and Herzegovina to enter Kosovo only with ID cards – even if Bosnia does not do the same. Original post Here
Feuding Leaders of Albania and Kosovo Quietly ‘Forget’ Joint Govt Meetings
The silent passage of the tenth anniversary of Albania-Kosovo intergovernmental meetings this year underscores a relationship at a historic low – but who is to blame for this rift remains disputed. Original post Here
Ten Years On, What Has the ‘Berlin Process’ Done for the Western Balkans?
The Berlin Process initiative was launched in 2014 to boost the EU integration and alignment of the six Western Balkan countries. Despite continuing political problems in the region, it has delivered significant progress. Original post Here
Italian-Run Reception Centres in Albania ‘Ready to Accommodate Migrants’
The Italian ambassador to Tirana announced that two centres built to accommodate migrants who initially arrived in Italy are now ready to receive people, after months of delays. Original post Here
Turkish president visit opens doors to Tirana Grand Mosque, reaffirms strong ties
TIRANA, Oct. 11, 2024 – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made an official visit to Tirana on Thursday, reiterating the strong ties between the two countries — opening the doors to the region’s largest mosque, providing drones for the Albanian military and promising to double trade ties. President Erdogan and …
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The Carrefour supermarket that I sometimes go to in Italy is my favourite supermarket. I’ve been to a few in Europe. I’ve been to Rewe in Germany and Albert Heijn in the Netherlands; what have you. Nothing for me can come close to the Carrefour at Via Cassia in Rome. …
Turkish President’s ‘Mosque Diplomacy’ Divides Albania’s Muslims
The lavish opening ceremony of a grand new mosque gifted by Turkey masks concern in Albania over whether Ankara’s generosity comes at a price. Original post Here
THE ADRIA SECURITY SUMMIT 2024 IS OFFICIALLY OPEN IN SARAJEVO
With the participation of 3,000 guests from over 50 countries, the latest advancements in the security sector will be presented THE ADRIA SECURITY SUMMIT 2024 IS OFFICIALLY OPEN IN SARAJEVO – THE LARGEST SECURITY INDUSTRY EVENT IN SE EUROPE (Sarajevo, October 9, 2024) “Our goal is not only to …
Spain and Albania: Walking Together Towards a Shared European Future
by Ambassador Álvaro Renedo Zalba* As we celebrate Spain’s national Holiday, please allow me to look back and reflect on the significance of the date we commemorate today. On October 12th, 1492, Christopher Columbus, at the behest of the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, Isabel of Castile and Fernando of Aragón, …
A delegation from Albania’s Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR) joined the 65th edition of the Panta Rhei Conference in Dublin. The conference brought together technology, innovation and public administration experts from EU paying agencies, member states and candidate countries. During the event, the Albanian delegation explored the latest …
Prime Minister Edi Rama awarded renowned violinist and musician Tedi Papavrami with the “Star of the Officer of the Supreme Order of the Eagle” on behalf of the President of the Republic. The ceremony took place at Eden Park inside the Prime Minister’s Office. Rama described Papavrami as “a shining …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, met with Andreas Schieder during his visit to Brussels. Hoxha praised Schieder’s work and continued commitment following the recent resolution on Albania adopted by the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET). He said the report sends a strong and encouraging …
Renowned violinist Tedi Papavrami said he has never lost his connection with Albania, despite the difficult and contradictory chapters of his life linked to the country. Papavrami spoke during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tirana, where Prime Minister Edi Rama presented him with the “Star of the …
TIRANA, May 11 – BBC has published an extensive guide to the 35 competing songs in Eurovision Song Contest 2026 and has given special attention to Albania’s entry “Nan” by Alis. The British broadcaster placed Albania in its category of songs with culturally rich lyrics and described “Nan” as one …
Albania’s Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo held an official meeting with Greece’s ambassador to Albania, Lambrini Komini. During the talks, Demo highlighted the strong good-neighbourly relations between Albania and Greece. He stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of shared interest. He said the partnership …
Delina Ibrahimaj attends the Western Balkans employment conference in Berlin under the Berlin Process. She joins ministers and international partners. Germany’s Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs organizes the event. The conference launches the Joint Action Plan for Employment and Social Policies for the Western Balkans. The plan strengthens …
Representatives from Albania, Italy, and Portugal gather in Tirana and discuss inclusive governance in rural and mountain areas. They exchange experiences and share best practices on civic engagement and democratic participation. The conference “Mountain Voices for Engaged and Sustainable Democracy” (MOVES) takes place in Tirana and brings together local and …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha meets Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Stenergard in Brussels. The meeting takes place during the EU Foreign Affairs Council session. First, Hoxha confirms excellent relations between Albania and Sweden. He also highlights their partnership as NATO allies. In addition, both sides exchange views …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj attends the “Strengthening Internal Audit” conference in Tirana. The Institute of Internal Auditors Albania organizes the event. Bank of Albania Governor Gent Sejko and IIA Global President Anthony Pugliese also attend. Malaj says internal audit is a key pillar of good governance, transparency, and financial integrity. …