KLP suspends the prosecutor of Vlora from office. Aurel Zarka is left in prison
The former head of the Vlora prosecutor’s office, Aurel Zarka, will remain in prison until the end of the investigation. On Wednesday, the special court upheld the measure of arrest in prison in absentia for the magistrate arrested for the charge of active and passive corruption and the exercise of …
The hearing session for Fredi Beleri is postponed
The session held this Wednesday for Fredi Beler, in the Court of Fier, has been postponed, as the latter has requested freedom on bail. The next session will take place on September 2, at 10:00. The Directorate of Prisons submitted the conduct report for Beleri, while a report from the …
SPAK/ Arrest warrant for the former judge of Elbasan and members of the Çapja tribe
Orders have been issued for the former judge of Elbasan, Pajtime Fetau. ABC News has learned that arrest warrants have also been issued for members of the Çapja tribe. It is learned that the arrest warrant was issued within the coded operation “Golden Bullet”, where the names of the suspects …
Under Rama, Albania is Failing on Almost Every Score
Albania has benefited heavily from funds to fight graft and strengthen democracy, yet all it has to show from more than a decade of rule by Edi Rama are high-rise apartment blocks and an exodus of young Albanians. Original post Here
Huge fire erupted in Shengjin, residents panicked
A fire has appeared during the night in the village of Tresh in Lezha. ABC News learns that the fire was quickly caught by firefighters and residents of the area and brought under control. So it is learned that the fire did not cause any damage to people. Images show …
The hearing session for the former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu, is postponed again
The hearing session for the former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu, regarding the “Gërdeci” case is postponed again. The next session will be held on September 11, at 10:00. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original post Here
Begaj decrees changes to the Electoral Code: Immigrants voting is a historical development
The President of the Republic announced today the law no. 81/2024, “For some additions and changes in the law no. 10 019, dated 29.12.2008, “Electoral Code of the Republic of Albania”, amended”. “This law, which received broad parliamentary support, is the result of discussions and the agreement between the position …
Accused for corruption/ AMP executes the decision of GJKKO, ‘house arrest’ for the former judicial police officer
The Police Supervision Agency has executed the decision of the Special Court for a former police officer. It is known that the GJKKO has set the security measure “House arrest” against former judicial police officer Ledio Ferzaj, 46 years old, suspected of committing the criminal offense “Passive corruption of judges, …
“New port of Porto Romano”, Balluku: 15 international companies in competition
The competition opens for the construction of the new port in Porto Romano, one of the most important strategic projects for us and the region, which also responds to the ever-increasing flow by expanding processing capacities. The Minister for Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku from Durres, said that 15 international …
The new port in Durres/ Rama: A new chapter in the history of economy and national security
Prime Minister Edi Rama calls the relocation of the port of Durrës, from the city center, to Porto Romano, a new chapter in the history of the economy and national security. During his speech at the activity held in Durres, for the opening of the competition for the construction of …
The Governor of the Bank of Albania, Gent Sejko, said that tensions in the Middle East remain a major source of risk for the global and Albanian economy. He stressed that the impact of the conflict depends on its duration and intensity. As a result, inflation risks rise, while economic …
The Supervisory Council of the Bank of Albania has decided to keep the base interest rate unchanged at 2.5%. Governor Gent Sejko announced the decision during a press conference. He also said the Council kept the overnight deposit rate unchanged at 1.5% and the overnight lending rate at 3.5%. The …
The Chargé d’Affaires of the United States in Albania, Nancy VanHorn, attended the 25th anniversary ceremony of the State Partnership Program between the New Jersey National Guard and the Albanian Armed Forces. She said the New Jersey National Guard and the Albanian Armed Forces train together and strengthen each other. …
President of the Republic Bajram Begaj met with Michael Granoff, Chairman of the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF), along with its executive directors. The discussion focused on the foundation’s latest projects. These projects aim to develop agriculture, tourism, education in artificial intelligence, and stronger links between diaspora researchers and Albanian institutions. …
A meeting focused on improving lawmaking and increasing transparency took place today in Tirana. Participants included members of Parliament, state institutions, civil society, and international partners. The discussions focused on more inclusive processes. These processes aim to ensure wider participation and faster alignment with EU standards. EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato …
President Bajram Begaj attended the 25th anniversary ceremony of cooperation between the Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard in Zall-Herr. He said the strategic partnership with the United States is a key pillar of Albania’s foreign policy and security. He described the cooperation as one of the …
President Bajram Begaj attended the 25th anniversary ceremony of cooperation between the Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard in Zall-Herr. During the event, officials from Albania and the United States gathered alongside senior defense representatives. In his speech, Begaj stated that the strategic partnership with the United …
The Minister of Justice, Toni Gogu, will welcome French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin in Tirana today. He said this is the first time a French Justice Minister has visited Albania. He described the visit as a strong signal of trust in Albania’s European justice reform path. Gogu said the visit …
The event was organized as part of the project “Nota mbi pentagram,” which was implemented by CEDI with support from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. During the concert, organizers presented a selection of Kushta’s works, and the program offered audiences an emotional artistic journey. Shpëtim Kushta, born in …
The Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Rural Development approved a financial agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) for the “Porta e Alpeve” infrastructure project. The agreement provides a €50 million loan from the EIB to support infrastructure development in northern Albania. Deputy Minister of Finance Endrit Yzeiraj presented …