Albania, Greece and North Macedonia advance Lake Prespa UNESCO bid
Albania, Greece and North Macedonia aim to advance their joint bid to nominate the Lake Prespa region for UNESCO World Heritage status. The region spans all three countries. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja discussed the initiative with Greece’s new ambassador to Albania, Lambrini Komini. Albania welcomes the proposal …
Tickets for Albania’s Nations League matches against Belarus and San Marino on sale at Air Albania
Tickets for Albania’s two UEFA Nations League matches at Air Albania Stadium can now also be bought in person. Albania will face Belarus on September 26 and San Marino on October 6. The Albanian Football Federation said fans can buy tickets online through the official ebileta.al platform. They can also …
September 16: Justice, History and Kosovo’s Statehood
By Sylë Ukshini Tirana Times, Sept. 15, 2026 – The September 16 judgment at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in the trial of former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi, former Assembly Speaker Kadri Veseli, former head of the Vetëvendosje parliamentary group Rexhep Selimi and former Assembly Speaker Jakup Krasniqi will not merely …
Wildfires Burn Thousands of Hectares, Exposing Albania’s Systemic Weaknesses
Thousands of hectares burned in wildfires this summer in Albania, demonstrating the state’s lack of readiness and coordination to confront the challenge, experts say. With climate change, the risks are growing. Original post Here
US-Albania Joint Training for Black Hawk Medical Evacuation Missions
The US and Albanian Armed Forces held a joint training exercise at Farka Air Base and the Land Forces Command. The exercise focused on medical evacuation missions. According to the US Embassy in Tirana, the teams prepared UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters for MedEvac missions. They equipped the cabins with the …
A Government Memorandum and Some Unanswered Economic Questions
By Zef Preçi Tirana Times, September 14, 2026 – According to media reports in recent days, Albania and the U.S. company Argent LNG have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to assess the possibility of building a major onshore liquefied natural gas storage and regasification terminal on the Albanian coast. …
Albania and Croatia: Young People Build a Common European Future
The Union of Student Councils and the Embassy of Croatia in Albania, in cooperation with the “Support for EU Integration” (EUIS) project, held a discussion in Tirana today on the role of young people in building a common European future. Croatian Ambassador to Albania Zlatko Kramarić, President of the Union …
Agreement with European Academy of Law to Strengthen Public Procurement Capacity
The Centralized Purchasing Operator (OBP) and the European Academy of Law (ERA) have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen the professional skills of public procurement officials and align Albanian practices with European Union standards. OBP Director Jonaid Myzyri signed the agreement, which provides for ERA support in assessing the training …
Jaupaj: Saudi Investors Show Interest in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Tourism
Albania aims to attract new investments in the green economy, renewable energy, waste and water management, and sustainable tourism. Minister of Environment Sofjan Jaupaj met today with Prince Naif bin Abdullah bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and a delegation of investors from Saudi Arabia and partner countries. The meeting …
Begaj Received by UAE President, Focus on Investment and Bilateral Cooperation
President Bajram Begaj paid an official visit to the United Arab Emirates, marking the first visit by an Albanian president to the country. The visit reaffirmed Albania and the UAE’s commitment to strengthening their future-oriented partnership. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received President Begaj during the visit. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama today highlighted the benefits that the “Mountain Package” offers to individuals interested in investing in agritourism. Rama referred to the story of Entela, who decided with her family to return to Koman and establish a guesthouse. He said the “Mountain Package” was designed specifically to support …
Prime Minister Edi Rama today highlighted the benefits that the “Mountain Package” offers to individuals interested in investing in agritourism. Rama referred to the story of Entela, who decided with her family to return to Koman and establish a guesthouse. He said the “Mountain Package” was designed specifically to support …
Prime Minister Edi Rama today shared images from preparations for the international “Korça Little Paris Half Marathon 2026.” “Korça is running,” Rama wrote on social media as he shared footage from today’s race. Meanwhile, participants received race packages that included a race shirt, bag, bib number and timing chip. The …
Prime Minister Edi Rama today shared images from preparations for the international “Korça Little Paris Half Marathon 2026.” “Korça is running,” Rama wrote on social media as he shared footage from today’s race. Meanwhile, participants received race packages that included a race shirt, bag, bib number and timing chip. The …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that the Ministry of Environment will establish agreements with communities in tourist areas to strengthen environmental protection and improve cleaning efforts. Speaking on the podcast “Flasim,” Rama focused on environmental protection and wildfire prevention, particularly in forest areas with tourism potential. “We will test …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that the Ministry of Environment will establish agreements with communities in tourist areas to strengthen environmental protection and improve cleaning efforts. Speaking on the podcast “Flasim,” Rama focused on environmental protection and wildfire prevention, particularly in forest areas with tourism potential. “We will test …
The Military Meteorological Service forecasts relatively unstable weather across Albania on Monday. The day will start with clear spells. Cloud cover will gradually increase across the country. Moderate to dense clouds will develop later. Meanwhile, mostly light rain will affect most areas from midday through late afternoon. Isolated thunderstorms may …
The Military Meteorological Service forecasts relatively unstable weather across Albania on Monday. The day will start with clear spells. Cloud cover will gradually increase across the country. Moderate to dense clouds will develop later. Meanwhile, mostly light rain will affect most areas from midday through late afternoon. Isolated thunderstorms may …
The 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania Parliamentary Stabilisation and Association Committee begins in Tirana today. The two-day meeting will continue on Tuesday, September 22. The meeting will start at 10:00. Taulant Balla, head of the Assembly of Albania delegation, and European Parliament delegation head Marco Tarquinio will co-chair the meeting. …
The 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania Parliamentary Stabilisation and Association Committee begins in Tirana today. The two-day meeting will continue on Tuesday, September 22. The meeting will start at 10:00. Taulant Balla, head of the Assembly of Albania delegation, and European Parliament delegation head Marco Tarquinio will co-chair the meeting. …