Integration into EU? Macron in Tirana: There is no fixed date
In the press conference with journalists, the French president, Macron, said that there is no fixed date for EU membership, as something like that does not make sense. According to him, two things are important to help speed up the process of Albania’s membership in the EU. “It’s completely true, …
Amid regional tensions, Berlin Process leaders’ meeting in Tirana promises economic growth, renewed enlargement focus
TIRANA, Oct. 16, 2023 – The annual Berlin Process meeting was held in Tirana on Monday, with Western Balkan leaders, top EU representatives and several heads of EU member states in attendance, focusing on renewed EU support for the Western Balkans, marked by the introduction of the new economic growth …
“Status for non-EU countries”, Rama: We would better understand common challenges
In his speech before the leaders of the EU and the Western Balkans at the first Berlin summit held in Tirana, the Albanian Prime Minister said that we must continue with inclusion in the EU, exploring new alternatives. According to Rames, something like this would create a harmonious existence to …
PM Rama’s statement ahead of Berlin Process Summit’s launch
For the first time in the region, the Berlin Process Summit is held this Monday, which will bring together the leaders of the Balkan countries, EU member states and higher representatives of the European Union. Through a Facebook status, Prime Minister Edi Rama has posted a photo from where the …
Michel arrived in Tirana for Berlin Process Summit
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, welcomed the President of the European Council Charles Michel in Tirana. EC’s President arrived to Tirana in the framework of the Summit that takes place this Monday in Albania. However, the Berlin process is an initiative that aims to increase regional …
Summit in Tirana, Begaj: Historical for Albania’s and the region’s path towards the EU
President Bajram Begaj has welcomed the holding of the Berlin Process Summit that is taking place today in Tirana. President Begaj says that this is a great historical event for the European journey of Albania and the region. “The holding of the Berlin Process Summit in Tirana today is a …
Woman injured, traffic blocked by car crash in Lezha
A serious accident took place this Monday morning on the Lezhë-Rrile secondary road, blocking traffic for about 1 hour. Vehicle driven by a woman collided with the surrounding wall of a residence and then overturned. Meanwhile, the driver of the vehicle received minor injuries, while her life is out of …
Rama-Kurti shake hands in warm welcome ahead of Berlin Process Summit
Prime Minister Edi Rama is welcoming the leaders of the Region and the leaders of the European Union to the Martyrs of the Nation Boulevard. As he had confirmed, the Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, arrived and was welcomed with a smile by Prime Minister Rama and a handshake. …
Von der Leyen, a very strong message of how committed we are to enlargement
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, during her stay in Tirana, spoke to journalists in connection with the launch of the Berlin Summit Process. She said that this summit is held at a time when the situation in the Balkans is tense, but this shows the …
The Interreligious Collaboration Center QBNF Becomes an Official Member of the Prestigious Network for International Religious Peacemakers
ELBASAN, Oct. 13 – With a decision of the Board of Directors, the Interreligious Cooperation Center (QBNF) in the Elbasan region has been officially accepted as a member of the “Network for traditional Religious Peacemakers”. This is a major change in the mission and impact of the QBNF in improving …
Instead of stimulating investment in agriculture or energy, critics say a 2015 ‘special law’ on strategic investment in Albania has simply made it easier and more profitable for certain privileged businesspeople to build luxury villas on the coast. Original post Here
Halfway into a 12-month ban on TikTok in Albania, anecdotal evidence suggests the prohibition is being widely flouted while the government remains silent on promised filters to weed out ‘undesirable’ content. Original post Here
Our selection of Premium stories this week looks at the challenges facing the region as the summer season winds down and business-as-usual resumes. Original post Here
Court again bans MPs from forming institutions deriving from the February elections while it considers a complaint about the failure to elect a deputy speaker from the Serb community, as guaranteed in the constitution. Original post Here
On the eve of Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Week, which will take place in Tirana from September 16–20 at the Palace of Congresses, the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Republic of Albania, Mr. Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi, through a press statement, praised this event as …
When Denisa Kasa returned from abroad and saw the state of Albania’s filthy waterways, she was shocked. Now she has formed an independent collective of young people dedicated to the ‘dream of clean rivers’. Original post Here
Tirana will soon open its doors to the sights, sounds, and flavors of Arabia. From 16 to 20 September 2025, the Palace of Congresses will transform into a vibrant stage for Saudi Cultural Week, a five-day celebration of art, heritage, and creativity hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Culture. The festival promises to be more …
Albania’s hosting of an exiled Iranian opposition group was never likely to be easy. Now it’s under criminal investigation. Original post Here
Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week sheds light on police brutality, hidden influence, strained bilateral relations and other turbulent issues across the region. Original post Here
The city of Durres on Albania’s Adriatic coast boasts a fine selection of Roman-era mosaics. But due to a lack of initiative by the local authorities, progress has been slow to preserve them and make them available for the public to view. Original post Here