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Summit of Afghan Women in Tirana, Hasani: Albania, part of international efforts for peace and stability in Afghanistan

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, participated in the proceedings of the Summit of Afghan women, the largest meeting of the last three years of women and girls human rights activists from Afghanistan, held in Tirana under the auspices of the Ministry for Europe. During his speech, the minister …

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Double murder in Roskovec, police arrested two sons of the author for coorperation

The number of those arrested in connection with the murder of two brothers Gramoz and Lavdimir Kurtaj in the village of Kurjan in Roskovec has increased to four. The two sons of the author Altin Kuka, Ervis Kuka, 21 years old, and Emaurisio Kuka, 18 years old, have also been …

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Berisha leaves SPAK, former prime minister officially accused

Berisha leaves SPAK. The former prime minister is officially accused, the accusation of corruption is communicated to him Before SPAK, there are many police forces, but very few supporters of Berisha. “I am here today to present to them the solemn promise that Edi Rama will not be able to …

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From Dubai to Albania: How Drug Money Fuelled Tirana’s Real Estate Boom

Court documents detail claims of how an alleged drug boss living in Dubai laundered money in his native Albania, helping to fuel a rapid rise in real estate prices. Original post Here

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The investigation of Jorgo Goro for the abuse of property is closed, SPAK send the file to the court

The Special Prosecutor’s Office (SPAK) has closed the investigation into the former mayor of Himara, Jorgo Goro. ABC News reporter Ermal Vija reports that SPAK has sent the file to the court for Goron, who is accused of property abuse. “SPAK has officially communicated the accusations of abuse of office …

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Tourism record income/Bank of Albania: Until July, they spent 1.9 billion euros

Albanian economy has benefited 1.9 billion euros in the first 6 months from tourism. These figures confirm that the year 2024 is confirmed to be even more optimistic in terms of tourism in the country. According to the data of the Bank of Albania, only in the period April-June, our …

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The parliamentary group of the Socialist Party meets to discuss about the votes in Thursday’s session

The parliamentary group of the Socialist Party met on Tuesday morning at the pink headquarters. ABC News reporter Fiona Xhafaj reported in a live link that the meeting lasted 30 minutes, where the orders left by Prime Minister Edi Rama at yesterday’s meeting and in the assembly were discussed. “The …

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Xhacka’s mandate, Peleshi: We do not treat it as a political issue

The chairman of the Parliamentary Group of the Socialist Party, Niko Peleshi, stated that the decision of the Constitutional Court for the mandate of Olta Xhaçka, is not treated by the socialists as a political decision. After the end of the group meeting, Peleshi said that the decision of the …

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ALBANIA AND THE INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT FOR AFGHAN WOMEN

  Dr. Rudina Çollaku At a pivotal moment for women’s rights in Afghanistan, Albania is stepping forward as a key advocate in the defense of Afghan women’s rights. Under the leadership of Foreign Minister Igli Hasani, the Albanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has organized the first-ever international summit for Afghan …

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New school year, 28.000 pupils start for the first time

About 350,000 pupils return to school this Monday, where 28,000 of them will sit on the benches for the first time. The new school year in Lezha has started normally in all schools. All buildings are ready for the beginning of the learning process. This year, in the Municipality of …

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A wasted chance for internal party democracy

This week the Central Elections Commission (CEC) consolidated what was previously agreed between the two major political parties in Albania, SP and DP, when it comes to the composition of the MP candidate lists in the upcoming general elections on May 11,2025. According to the formula that will be applied …

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Albanian Art Show Depicts Trump as Icon of Freedom

Albanian artist Avni Delvina’s ‘Triumph’ exhibition playfully explores themes of the new US president as a Roman emperor, a Greek god and a ‘spirit of freedom’. Original post Here

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Italy-Albania Migrant Offshoring Deal Tests Respect for Rule of Law

The opening of two Italian-run migrant camps in northwest Albania was a short-lived boon for local villagers. The camps’ fate now hangs in the balance, as a test of Europe’s commitment to the rule of law, rights activists say. Original post Here

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Albanian PM Accused of Allotting Island to Trump’s Son-in-Law to Win Favour

A firm linked to Jared Kushner was granted ‘strategic investor’ status just weeks before the new US president’s inauguration, even without a business plan or feasibility study for the construction of a luxury resort on an uninhabited island once used by the army for shooting practice. Original post Here

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Balkan Politicians Visit Washington to Pay Homage to Trump

A convoy of politicians from Balkan countries has trouped to Washington for Donald Trump’s inauguration – some boasting about their invites, others making the trip simply to demonstrate their enthusiasm for the new president. Original post Here

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Thousands of Tons of Hazardous Waste Illegally Exported from Albania

At least 20,000 tonnes of hazardous waste have been illegally exported from Albania since 2020; experts say Albanian authorities are failing in their monitoring obligations. Original post Here

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Albania Opposition Chief to Ask Trump to Review ‘Persona Non Grata’ Status

Declaring Donald Trump’s victory in the US elections “a miracle”, Sali Berisha said he will call on the new US administration to remove his ‘persona non grata’ designation, which he called a “corrupt” decision. Original post Here

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Albanian PM Under Fire Over TikTok Ban in Election Year

Civil society groups in Albania have questioned the rationale behind an announced 12-month ban on TikTok in the wake of the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old. Opposition parties say PM Edi Rama’s decision is more about the upcoming election than child safety. Original post Here

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Great Expectations: Trump’s Return Sparks Hope on All Sides in Divided Albania

Both the ruling Socialists and opposition conservatives spy potential dividends from a second Trump term in the White House. Original post Here

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Kushner granted ‘strategic investor’ status for Sazan development ahead of Trump’s inauguration 

TIRANA, Jan. 16, 2025 – Albania has officially approved Jared Kushner’s ambitious plans to transform the uninhabited Sazan Island into a luxury eco-resort.  The Albanian government’s Strategic Investments Committee granted strategic investor status to Kushner’s Atlantic Incubation Partners LLC late last month, just three weeks ahead of the return to …

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A wasted chance for internal party democracy

This week the Central Elections Commission (CEC) consolidated what was previously agreed between the two major political parties in Albania, SP and DP, when it comes to the composition of the MP candidate lists in the upcoming general elections on May 11,2025. According to the formula that will be applied …

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Albanian Art Show Depicts Trump as Icon of Freedom

Albanian artist Avni Delvina’s ‘Triumph’ exhibition playfully explores themes of the new US president as a Roman emperor, a Greek god and a ‘spirit of freedom’. Original post Here

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Italy-Albania Migrant Offshoring Deal Tests Respect for Rule of Law

The opening of two Italian-run migrant camps in northwest Albania was a short-lived boon for local villagers. The camps’ fate now hangs in the balance, as a test of Europe’s commitment to the rule of law, rights activists say. Original post Here

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Albanian PM Accused of Allotting Island to Trump’s Son-in-Law to Win Favour

A firm linked to Jared Kushner was granted ‘strategic investor’ status just weeks before the new US president’s inauguration, even without a business plan or feasibility study for the construction of a luxury resort on an uninhabited island once used by the army for shooting practice. Original post Here

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Balkan Politicians Visit Washington to Pay Homage to Trump

A convoy of politicians from Balkan countries has trouped to Washington for Donald Trump’s inauguration – some boasting about their invites, others making the trip simply to demonstrate their enthusiasm for the new president. Original post Here

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Thousands of Tons of Hazardous Waste Illegally Exported from Albania

At least 20,000 tonnes of hazardous waste have been illegally exported from Albania since 2020; experts say Albanian authorities are failing in their monitoring obligations. Original post Here

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Albania Opposition Chief to Ask Trump to Review ‘Persona Non Grata’ Status

Declaring Donald Trump’s victory in the US elections “a miracle”, Sali Berisha said he will call on the new US administration to remove his ‘persona non grata’ designation, which he called a “corrupt” decision. Original post Here

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Albanian PM Under Fire Over TikTok Ban in Election Year

Civil society groups in Albania have questioned the rationale behind an announced 12-month ban on TikTok in the wake of the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old. Opposition parties say PM Edi Rama’s decision is more about the upcoming election than child safety. Original post Here

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Great Expectations: Trump’s Return Sparks Hope on All Sides in Divided Albania

Both the ruling Socialists and opposition conservatives spy potential dividends from a second Trump term in the White House. Original post Here

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Kushner granted ‘strategic investor’ status for Sazan development ahead of Trump’s inauguration 

TIRANA, Jan. 16, 2025 – Albania has officially approved Jared Kushner’s ambitious plans to transform the uninhabited Sazan Island into a luxury eco-resort.  The Albanian government’s Strategic Investments Committee granted strategic investor status to Kushner’s Atlantic Incubation Partners LLC late last month, just three weeks ahead of the return to …