Special Court cancels two hearings in Thaçi case over obstruction of justice
The Special Court announced this Wednesday that the hearings scheduled for next week in the case against former president Hashim Thaçi for obstruction of justice have been cancelled. According to the statement, the hearings had been set for April 14 and 17. “Thaçi and others have had their hearings scheduled …
Kurti: Kosovo Security Force members should take part in NATO exercises
The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, hosted a meeting with Charlotte Hallengren, NATO’s Director for Operations. During the meeting, Kurti expressed gratitude for NATO’s commitment to maintaining peace, security, and stability, as well as for the important role of the NATO Advisory and Liaison Team (NALT), …
Inflation reaches 2.6% in March, driven mainly by fuel prices and rents
Inflation in Albania reached 2.6% in March, up from 2.1% a year earlier, according to the latest data. Compared to February, prices increased by 0.7%. The rise in inflation is mainly linked to the transport and energy sectors. Fuel prices increased due to geopolitical tensions between the United States and …
Tirana schools equipped with 380 smart cameras to enhance security
As part of the “Smart City” project, 20 schools in Tirana will be equipped with around 380 smart cameras, installed both inside and outside school premises. The number of cameras per school will range from 11 to 31, depending on the number of students. The system will monitor school environments …
Warning: New SMS scam posing as e-Albania over vehicle fines
A new SMS-based scam targeting citizens with fake notifications about vehicle fines has been identified by the State Police. According to the official statement, the messages appear to come from the e-Albania platform and contain fraudulent links that redirect users to fake websites. The purpose of these sites is to …
39% of employees in Albania stressed, but optimistic about employment
According to the report “State of the Global Workplace 2026” by Gallup, 39% of employees in Albania feel stressed at work, placing the country among those with high stress levels in Europe. However, 32% of employees are actively engaged in their work, above the European average. According to the study, …
Rama from Durrës: Number of factories and enterprises is increasing; salaries in the sector exceed €1,000
Prime Minister Edi Rama held a meeting this Wednesday at an industrial complex in Durrës, where several companies operating in transport, recycling, and industrial processing are based. During his speech, Rama spoke about investments in technology and wages in the sector. He stated that the number of factories and enterprises …
Agreements signed for Albania’s independent institutions complex project
TIRANA, April 8 – The Albanian Investment Corporation signed cooperation agreements with public partners to launch the “Independent Institutions Complex” project. The initiative aims to modernise administrative infrastructure and improve public services. At the ceremony, director Elira Kokona described the project as a key step toward urban and institutional change. …
Saranda municipality upgrades road infrastructure ahead of 2026 tourist season
TIRANA, April 8 – Saranda municipality has started work to address issues identified during the previous tourist season. A dedicated task force is now monitoring conditions on the ground. At the same time, officials have included all key concerns in the 2026 budget. As a result, current investments focus on …
New farm support scheme takes effect in Albania, expanding beneficiaries and subsidies
TIRANA, April 8 – Albania has put its 2026 agricultural support scheme into force. Authorities will publish detailed guidelines soon. These will set criteria and open applications for farmers. The programme is backed by a €52m fund. It introduces key changes to widen access and increase support in priority sectors. …
The first two semifinal matches of the Albanian Cup ended in draws. Egnatia and Elbasani drew 1–1 in the first semifinal. The match in Rrogozhinë stayed open for both teams. Everything remains undecided for the return leg. The home side started strongly. Sota gave Egnatia the lead in the 5th …
Minister Enea Karakaçi presented the new energy law. He said the reform aligns Albania with EU rules. It creates a more open and competitive market. It also reduces state intervention. The law shifts away from a centralized model. It promotes liberalization. Competition will drive the sector. Meanwhile, new energy sources …
Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari met a high-level delegation from Poland today. Lt. Col. Tomasz Czyż led the delegation. Lamallari and Czyż discussed strengthening cooperation in fire protection and civil emergencies. They focused on experience sharing and professional capacity building. “Exchanging experiences and investing in professional skills are essential,” Lamallari said. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that the Albanian government is preparing a new pension scheme. He emphasized it will not replace the current system but enrich it. During a visit to an industrial complex in Durrës, Rama explained the scheme. Employees can save a portion of their salary in a …
Prime Minister Edi Rama visited an industrial complex in Durrës today. Several companies operate there in transport, recycling, and industrial processing. During the visit, Rama praised the companies’ growth. He said many started with limited resources and a big dream. Now they produce high-value products, like gold rings and pendants …
Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, said today that Albania is promoting an economy focused on attracting investments and exporting higher-value products. She spoke during a visit to an industrial complex in Durrës, alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and Mayor Emiriana Sako. “This business processes and exports precious metals. …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader, Edi Rama, met today with the Party Assembly in Lezhë. He discussed Albania’s EU accession negotiations, aiming for membership by 2030. Rama said Albania has opened all negotiation chapters in record time, thanks to national effort and EU readiness. “Today is our moment. We …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama outlined the government’s ambition to raise Albania’s total gross production to €35 billion by 2030. At a Socialist Party Assembly meeting, Rama said, “We inherited an economy with less than €10 billion total production. Today, it stands at around €27 billion. We …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama said today that Albania aims to finish negotiations with the European Commission by 2027 and join the European Union by 2030. At a Socialist Party Assembly in Lezhë, Rama explained: “When I said we would complete negotiations by 2027, many thought it …
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs welcomed the two-day ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, aimed at paving the way for a sustainable resolution to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. In an official statement, the Ministry highlighted Albania’s consistent support for de-escalation, restraint, and meaningful …