Fidel Ylli Attends European City of Sport Gala at Italian Olympic Committee
Albanian National Olympic Committee (KOKSH) President Fidel Ylli attended the “European City of Sport” Gala as a special guest, representing ACES Europe in his capacity as honorary president for the Balkans. The ceremony took place at the Hall of Honour of the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI). In his address, …
Justice Ministry outlines proposed amendments on protest violence and legal aid for minors
Deputy Justice Minister Elona Hoxha outlined six proposed legal instruments to prevent violence during protests, property damage and threats to public order. Speaking to Vizion Plus, she said the package aims to protect citizens and institutions while safeguarding the right to peaceful protest. The proposed Criminal Code amendments would penalise …
Albania and Italy extend driving licence agreement for a further five years
Albania and Italy have extended their agreement on the mutual recognition and conversion of driving licences for another five years. Albania’s Council of Ministers has approved the amendment, which continues the arrangement through an exchange of notes. The agreement allows Albanian citizens living in Italy and Italian citizens living in …
Albania proposes EU-aligned rules for cross-border company mergers and restructuring
Deputy Economy and Innovation Minister Enkelejd Musabelliu presented a bill on cross-border transformations, mergers and divisions of companies to the Parliamentary Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs. The bill aims to align Albanian legislation with European Union rules under Chapter 6 on company law. The proposal transposes EU Directive 2019/2121 …
New Bahçallëk Bridge brings modern infrastructure to Shkodër entrance
Construction of the new Bahçallëk Bridge continues at a rapid pace at the entrance to Shkodër. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the works today, highlighting the investment in modern infrastructure. The project aims to improve road safety and ease traffic entering and leaving the city. It will also …
Roza Anagnosti, a distinguished figure of Albanian theatre and cinema
Roza Anagnosti is one of Albania’s most respected theatre and film actresses. Her career spans more than six decades, with performances that have contributed to the country’s artistic heritage. Born Roza Xhuxha in Shkodër on 27 October 1943, she began her artistic career at the Migjeni Theatre. She made her …
Rama Continues Calls for Dialogue as Students Demand His Resignation
Prime Minister Edi Rama continued his calls for dialogue with students on Tuesday, as anti-government protests entered their 15th day. In a social media post, the prime minister shared images of chairs placed outside the Prime Minister’s Office, reiterating his invitation to sit down for talks. Rama’s invitation comes at …
Albanian Manufacturers Oppose 2027 Fiscal Package: Tax Increases Threaten Investment and Competitiveness
The Union of Albanian Manufacturers has expressed opposition to the expected changes in the 2027 fiscal package, calling for consultations with the business community before any decisions affecting enterprises are made. In a statement to the media, the association raised concerns over preliminary proposals that would increase corporate income tax …
1,500 Families Await Approval of Subsidized Loans, Veliaj Calls for Municipal Council Decision on October 29
Around 1,500 families in Tirana are one step away from moving forward with the procedures to obtain subsidized housing loans. Following the publication of the list of selected beneficiaries, Mayor Erion Veliaj has called on the Municipal Council to approve the entire list at its October 29 meeting. In an …
Medical Students Begin Gathering for Protest Outside Ministry of Education
Medical students have begun gathering again this Tuesday and have continued their march toward the Ministry of Education. Today’s protest follows an announcement made by the students yesterday, stating that they would gather outside the Ministry of Education, with their non-negotiable demand remaining the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. …
Four NATO warships have arrived at the Port of Vlora as part of a joint military activity with the Albanian Navy. The fleet consists of two German vessels, one Italian vessel, and one Spanish vessel. The ships will remain in port until November 6. During this period, port activities and …
During an interview with journalist Maria Tadeo at the Euronews Enlargement Summit in Brussels, Prime Minister Edi Rama commented on the Western Balkans’ path toward the European Union and Serbia’s regional role. He emphasized that although Serbia’s EU integration is important for regional stability, Belgrade must demonstrate concrete progress, meet …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said during his speech at the Euronews Enlargement Summit in Brussels that Albania aims to conclude accession negotiations with the European Union by the end of 2027. Rama expressed skepticism about the deadlines periodically set by the European Union regarding Albania, but emphasized that the country …
Prime Minister Edi Rama commented on the student protests in Tirana, now in their 22nd day, during an interview in Brussels on Tuesday. The head of government emphasized that protesters are refusing dialogue and insisting on calls for his resignation, without presenting a clear set of demands. “It’s not easy …
The 29th Tirana Book Fair “Tirana 2026” will no longer take place from November 11 to 15, as originally scheduled. The Publishers’ Association and the organizing committee announced on Tuesday that the event has been postponed until December. In their statement, the organizers explained that the decision was made following …
Kosovo’s Minister of Defence, Ejup Maqedonci, is attending the Berlin Security Conference this Tuesday, bringing together senior political, diplomatic, and military representatives to discuss current security and defence challenges in Europe. According to the official announcement, Minister Maqedonci was invited to participate as a panelist in the main high-level discussion …
Prime Minister Edi Rama met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the Alliance’s headquarters in Brussels. In a social media post, Rama shared details of the meeting, saying that his discussions with the NATO chief are always special. He described Rutte as someone with extensive knowledge of Europe and …
Kosovo’s total planned budget for 2027 amounts to €3,293,763,000, according to the draft budget tables. The document, obtained by Euronews Albania, also reveals several changes involving the new ministries established by the Kurti 4 government. Of this amount, the largest share, approximately €1.4 billion, has been allocated to subsidies and …
EU justice agency says seven more suspects were arrested and 100 servers were shut down in ongoing international operation against investment fraud involving Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia. Original post Here
Albania’s Tax Administration reported net tax revenue of ALL 40.1 billion in October 2026, exceeding the monthly target by ALL 200 million, or 0.6%. Revenue increased by ALL 4 billion, or 11.2%, compared with October 2025. The administration reported this growth despite a decline in trade volumes caused by protests. …