“Bread & Heart” festival promotes book by Stefano Boeri and Amos Gitai
TIRANA, June 5 – The second edition of the “Bread & Heart” festival featured the promotion of A Private Glossary, a book by Italian architect Stefano Boeri and Israeli film director Amos Gitai. The festival serves as a meeting point for architecture, culture and urban development. The book combines architecture, …
PM Rama rejects Zvërnec project claims, calls narratives hybrid warfare
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said no approved project exists for Zvërnec. He made the remarks in an interview with foreign media at the Western Balkans–European Union summit in Tivat. Meanwhile, he rejected claims about the project and described the debate as part of what he called …
Europe’s Enlargement’s Bargain on Ukraine, Balkans, Risks Backfiring
As EU moves to prioritise geopolitical needs over old merit-based approaches, the concern is that rushed membership for Ukraine and Albania could come at a cost. Original post Here
Prattipati Urges Kosovo to Join U.S. LNG Energy Projects
The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Pristina, Anu Prattipati, called on Kosovo to enter a long-term energy partnership with the United States through liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects. First, she said the partnership would strengthen Kosovo’s energy security and support long-term economic stability. She added that the U.S. and Kosovo could …
MBZHR Adopts Animal Health Law, Aligning Albania with EU Standards
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MBZHR) has approved the Law on Animal Health. The government described it as an important step in Albania’s EU integration process and in the implementation of the Growth Plan. The new law aligns Albanian legislation with EU Regulation 2016/429. It strengthens the prevention …
Ramadani and Mitaj: Friendlies Against Luxembourg Help National Team Preparation
The Albanian national team continues preparations for the second friendly match against Luxembourg. Coach Rolando Maran leads training sessions at the “House of Football.” First, midfielder Ylber Ramadani analyzed the match against Israel. He said the team played well in the first half but lost balance in the second. Next, …
EU – Western Balkans summit in Tivat, PM Rama attends opening reception
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Montenegro to take part in the EU Western Balkans Summit, which holds its main proceedings on Thursday in Tivat. Meanwhile, the summit brings together European Union leaders and Western Balkan leaders. It confirms the strategic partnership. It confirms the joint …
Sunny weather with light clouds in mountain areas today
TIRANA, June 5 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will remain under stable weather conditions on Thursday. Meanwhile, the weather is forecast to stay mostly clear across the country. In addition, light to moderate cloudiness is expected during midday and afternoon hours. The clouds will be more present in …
“Si Viaggia”: Saranda among Mediterranean gems for June holidays
TIRANA, June 5 – Saranda appears among recommended June holiday destinations in an article published by Italian media outlet “Si Viaggia”, written by Flavia Cantini. Meanwhile, the article states that June is an ideal period for seaside travel. It highlights warm weather conditions and lower tourist flows compared to July …
European Commissioner for Enlargement: Albania and Montenegro entering decisive phase toward EU membership
TIRANA, June 5 – Leaders of the European Union and the Western Balkans are gathering in Tivat for the EU–Western Balkans Summit, reported europeanwesternbalkans.com. Meanwhile, the meeting focuses on accession negotiations, the implementation of the Growth Plan for the Western Balkans, gradual integration proposals for candidate countries, and regional cooperation. …
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the Western Balkans should not remain in the European Union waiting room. He spoke to international media on arrival at the Western Balkans–European Union summit in Tivat. He called for stronger political momentum in the enlargement process. He also supported gradual …
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the Western Balkans should not remain in the European Union waiting room. He spoke to international media on arrival at the Western Balkans–European Union summit in Tivat. He called for stronger political momentum in the enlargement process. He also supported gradual …
TIRANA, June 5 – President Bajram Begaj received the credentials of North Macedonia’s new ambassador to Albania, Vele Trpevski, and the new ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Albania, Turki Ibraheem Almadhi. During talks with Trpevski, Begaj praised the strong neighbourly relations and cooperation between Albania and North Macedonia. He expressed …
The Permanent Commission on Linguistics and Literature and the Institute of Linguistics and Literature at the Academy of Sciences presented a new book by Bardhyl Demiraj titled Don Gjon Buzuku and His Meshari. The event highlighted the importance of the Meshari, the earliest known monument of the Albanian language. At …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Chair of the Steering Council of Albanian Radio and Television (RTSH), Fatjon Hoxhalli, presented the institution’s financial and organisational situation before the Parliamentary Committee on Human Rights and Public Information Media. He outlined revenue sources, financial obligations and investment constraints. Hoxhalli said the TV licence …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Director General of Albanian Radio and Television (RTSH), Eni Vasili, said 2025 marked a major financial challenge for the public broadcaster, while the institution continued to fulfil its public service mission. Presenting the annual balance sheet, Vasili said RTSH inherited weak operational conditions in both …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Transparency Board set new maximum wholesale and retail fuel prices on Friday. The new rates entered into force at 1300 local time. Under the decision, retail diesel prices under the SSH EN 590 standard cannot exceed 192 ALL per litre. Wholesale diesel prices cannot exceed …
Organizers opened the Albanian-language Book Fair “Shkup 2026” in Skopje’s “Skënderbeu” Square. The event became one of the key cultural platforms for promoting reading and Albanian-language literature. First, the fair brought together publishers, writers, researchers, and readers from North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Albania. It created a shared space for cultural …
TIRANA, June 5 – Albania on Thursday marked the 106th anniversary of the Vlora War, one of the most significant events in the country’s efforts to consolidate statehood. The conflict began on June 5, 1920, at a time when Albania’s future remained under discussion in international forums and concerns over …
TIRANA, June 5 – Minister for Relations with Parliament Erjona Ismailaj said the planned investment in Zvërnec will not damage the flora and fauna of the Narta Lagoon. She said the project will support economic development and create thousands of jobs in the Vlora region. Speaking in a media interview, …