Rama at the Albania-Israel Innovation Summit: “For Jewish People, Our Country Is Their Home”
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”02287d9b-3a2c-408d-a316-141d0923f8d9″ data-turn-id-container=”02287d9b-3a2c-408d-a316-141d0923f8d9″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-7″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the Albania-Israel Summit this Tuesday, which brought together around 40 innovative Israeli companies specializing in cybersecurity. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> In his speech, Rama praised the relations between the …
e-Albania Portal to Be Temporarily Offline from May 15–18, Official Announcement Released
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”a00c6105-4df6-47e8-ab6a-0d8acb53edf9″ data-turn-id-container=”a00c6105-4df6-47e8-ab6a-0d8acb53edf9″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The e-Albania portal has announced that it will be temporarily out of service due to a process of technical updates and optimization of its technological infrastructure. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-2″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-6″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According to the official …
Elections in Kosovo: Deadline for Submitting Candidate Lists for MPs Ends Tonight
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”855176b5-d8e8-4353-a12c-093cd4fd79b1″ data-turn-id-container=”855176b5-d8e8-4353-a12c-093cd4fd79b1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-25″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Political parties in Kosovo have until this Tuesday to submit the lists of parliamentary candidates with whom they will compete in the snap elections scheduled for June 7. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-12″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-12″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-26″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The spokesperson …
Czech Tourists Choose the Shkumbin River: Albania an Ideal Destination for Nature Adventures
Adventure tourists from the Czech Republic have chosen the Shkumbin River and Albania’s natural landscapes for an active holiday filled with packrafting, camping, and exploring mountainous areas. Visitors praise the scenery, hospitality, and authenticity which, according to them, make Albania an ideal destination for adventure tourism. The group of Czech …
Eurostat Report: Number of Albanians Returned from EU Countries
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”5aeb1120-6d1a-4003-ac1f-210cfcfe2c28″ data-turn-id-container=”5aeb1120-6d1a-4003-ac1f-210cfcfe2c28″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-19″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> More than 8,000 Albanians were returned from European Union countries during 2025. Eurostat data ranks Albania among the countries with the highest number of citizens returned from the EU. *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-9″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-9″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-20″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According …
Villa 31 Becomes an Art Space: “Geography of Care” Exhibition Opens
As part of Europe Week, the exhibition “Geography of Care” opened at Villa 31 in Tirana. Three artists — Mariana Kostandini, Olsi Hoxha, and Orestia Kapedani — present three different approaches to social, spatial, and political realities, connecting their works to the history of the villa itself. One of artist …
Hoxha at the “Friends of the Western Balkans” Meeting: EU Integration Is a Necessity
While participating in the “Friends of the Western Balkans” Group meeting in Bratislava, Minister Ferit Hoxha met with Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani. During the meeting, Hoxha particularly praised Italy’s consistent role as one of the strongest supporters of Albania’s European …
Agreement on Migrants with Italy, Rama Responds: “It Will Continue for as Long as Our Neighbor Wants”
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”3baebb70-c69a-44e8-997f-b0d77b18be09″ data-turn-id-container=”3baebb70-c69a-44e8-997f-b0d77b18be09″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-13″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted on the platform “X” regarding the agreement with Italy on refugees, firmly stating that the pact will continue “for as long as the neighboring country wants it.” *]: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:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:c7b68e64-d976-4584-869d-d0520b3fc14d-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ …
Konjufca Meets Sorensen: Kosovo Committed to Concluding Dialogue with Serbia
Acting Foreign Minister Glauk Konjufca has stated that Kosovo remains committed to concluding the dialogue with Serbia through mutual recognition. Konjufca said he reaffirmed this during a joint meeting with Kosovo’s chief negotiator in the dialogue with Serbia, Agron Bajrami, while hosting the European Union’s Special Envoy, Peter Sorensen, in …
Trial of Former KLA Leaders: Defense Witness Says Prosecutor Pressured Her
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”eddee727-177e-4677-aa4b-303b07f10679″ data-turn-id-container=”eddee727-177e-4677-aa4b-303b07f10679″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-23″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Forensic linguistics expert Helen Fraser stated that Special Prosecutor Joshua Hafetz exerted pressure on her during yesterday’s questioning in an attempt to make her admit that Artificial Intelligence tools had been essential to her evaluations. *]: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” …
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi praised Türkiye’s Military Attaché to Albania, Colonel Tolga Kip, for his contribution to strengthening relations between the Albanian and Turkish Armed Forces. At the end of his mandate in Albania, Colonel Kip received a Certificate of Appreciation for his efforts in expanding defence and security cooperation …
Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja welcomed the delegations and artistic groups taking part in the sixth International Folk Festival Tirana, “Days of Celebration in Tirana,” after three nights of music, dance and cultural performances. Gonxhja praised the artists for their contribution and highlighted folklore’s role in bringing cultures …
The International Air Beat Festival – Lulu Fest filled the city of Korça with music and performances for two consecutive nights, bringing together more than 200 musicians from Albania, Italy, Montenegro, Kosovo and North Macedonia. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images from the festival on social media. He said the …
Italian media outlet Quotidian Post.it has ranked Albania among Europe’s top 10 destinations for affordable summer holidays in 2026. Travel experts selected the destinations for their combination of natural beauty, quality experiences and reasonable prices. The report says travelers can still enjoy memorable holidays on a limited budget by choosing …
More than 34,000 domestic and international tourists visited the protected areas of Kukës during the first half of 2026, exploring alpine landscapes, mountain trails, biodiversity and natural attractions. The protected areas offer visitors a unique experience through forests, lakes, natural springs and cultural heritage sites, combining adventure with nature exploration. …
Agrotourism is becoming an important driver of economic and social development in Albania’s rural areas, creating jobs and strengthening local economies. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images from the “N’Kanu” agrotourism centre in Perlat, Mirditë, describing it as an example of returning migrants investing in their hometowns and promoting rural …
Seman Beach, located 18 kilometres from Fier, is attracting visitors with its wide coastline, fine therapeutic sand and warm waters. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the popular summer destination on social media, highlighting its appeal among holidaymakers. In recent years, Seman and Darzezë beaches have become increasingly popular …
President Begaj praised the forum as a valuable platform that strengthens interfaith dialogue and promotes peace, mutual understanding, and cooperation across Europe. He said Albania stands as a model of religious harmony, peaceful coexistence, and hospitality. He added that these values define the country’s identity and encouraged the delegates to …
*]: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:0c81e9b2-d514-4f1d-a367-bde215b12958-50″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:0c81e9b2-d514-4f1d-a367-bde215b12958-50″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-turn=”assistant”> Albania ranks first in the Western Balkans in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced today. In a video message, Rama said the global index places Albania 46th among 177 countries. He added that the country has achieved …
An artisan workshop in the heart of Tropoja has become a model for preserving cultural heritage and strengthening women’s economic independence. With support from the European Union through the EU4Innovation programme, local women artisans are keeping traditional crafts alive while creating new job opportunities for the community. At the workshop, …