20-year government bond auction opens today in Albania
TIRANA, May 4 – The Ministry of Finance published the calendar of government securities auctions for May. It invited citizens and investors to take part in the process. Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said participation in government securities auctions offers an attractive investment opportunity. He highlighted competitive interest rates and a …
Albania wins gold and silver at 2026 European Fitness and Bodybuilding Championships
TIRANA, May 4 – The Albanian national fitness and bodybuilding team won one gold and one silver medal at the 2026 European Championships. The competition took place in Santa Susana, Spain, from April 29 to May 3. The Albanian National Olympic Committee (KOKSH) confirmed that the team included five athletes. …
Rama Highlights Kelmendi as Top Tourism Destination in Northern Albania
Prime Minister Edi Rama shares images from a meadow in Kelmendi and highlights the area as a major tourism destination in northern Albania. Kelmendi, especially Tamara, stands out as one of the most beautiful regions in the Albanian Alps. The area attracts tourists due to its mountain landscapes and natural …
Vespa Fans from 17 Countries Gather in Durrës for Anniversary Event
Vespa enthusiasts from 17 countries gather in Durrës to celebrate the 20th anniversary of “Vespa Albania” club. Prime Minister Edi Rama shares images from the event on social media and highlights the international gathering. Around 400 Vespa fans join the celebration, arriving from Albania, Europe, and other parts of the …
Guri i Bardhë Attracts Visitors with History and Untouched Nature in Klos
Guri i Bardhë in Klos attracts visitors with its history, stone architecture, and untouched mountain nature. The village stands as the birthplace of Pjetër Budi and develops over centuries as a large settlement surrounded by hills, greenery, and flowers. Authorities include the village in the “100 Villages” project and improve …
Customs meetings focus on declaration accuracy and modernization
TIRANA, May 1 – General Director of Customs Besmir Beja held meetings with customs agency representatives in Tirana and Durrës. The meetings took place within ongoing dialogue with the business community and customs stakeholders. He underlined the role of customs agencies as an intermediary link between economic operators and the …
Back from Syria’s Islamic State Camps, Albanians Struggle to Reintegrate
A young Albanian woman’s return from a camp for Islamic State supporters has delighted her family – but officials warn that the repatriation process for others won’t be easy, particularly if they hold radical beliefs. Original post Here
Rama Highlights Justice Reform as Tirana Prepares Legal Forum
Prime Minister Edi Rama says Tirana hosts a key international event this week focused on the rule of law and the future of justice. Rama announces that an event on May 6–7 in Tirana will serve as a preview of the World Law Congress, which will take place next year …
Kurti Meets Armenian PM, Calls for Alliance of Democracies
Kosovo’s acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti met Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan during a bilateral meeting in Yerevan. Kurti thanked Armenia for its contribution to KFOR through its armed forces and for the growing cooperation between the two countries. He also expressed appreciation for the invitation to the “Yerevan Dialogue” …
Albania Honors Franz Nopcsa on 149th Birth Anniversary
Albania’s Academy of Sciences marked the 149th anniversary of the birth of Franz Nopcsa, a renowned paleontologist, geologist and one of the most important figures in Albanology. Franz Nopcsa was born on 3 May 1877 in Transylvania, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, into an aristocratic family of Romanian origin. …
Before Albania can have gasification, it will need to have a functioning economy, a population wealthy enough to afford the costs of central heating and cooling, schools, kindergartens and nurseries equipped with air conditioning, and a substantial industrial base capable of consuming a volume of gas large enough to justify …
Event raises concerns over antisemitism row, reported €50 million temporary stadium, wider European backlash and criticism from Jewish communities. TIRANA, May 11, 2026 – The planned concert of American rapper and producer Kanye West in Albania on July 11 has triggered growing public debate, with human rights activists and the …
TIRANA, May 11 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen on the sidelines of the Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) meeting in Brussels. The two ministers reviewed bilateral relations between Albania and the Netherlands. They confirmed a high level of cooperation and expressed …
TIRANA, May 11 – European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said the European Union will disburse 200 million euros for Albania and Montenegro under the Growth Plan. Meanwhile, she stated that implementation of the Growth Plan is progressing well. She confirmed that nearly 200 million euros will be released …
TIRANA, May 11 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has reached an advanced stage of progress in public procurement and in its position within European Union accession negotiations. Speaking at a joint press conference with Reida Kashta (Shahollari), head of the Public Procurement Agency and negotiator for Chapter 5 …
Grabova e Sipërme sits hidden in the highlands between Gramsh and Korçë, on the slopes of Mount Valamara. First, the village stands at about 1,250 meters above sea level and preserves a striking natural landscape shaped by mountain waters and deep valleys. Then, its stone houses and traditional architecture reflect …
TIRANA, May 11 – Tirana International Airport continued strong growth in 2026, confirming its position as one of the fastest-expanding airports in the region. Airport management data shows around 3.3 million passengers handled in the first four months of the year. This figure marks a 10.4% increase compared to the …
Travel + Leisure highlights Albania as one of Europe’s most attractive and still underexplored destinations. First, the article describes the Albanian Riviera as a strong alternative to the French Côte d’Azur, thanks to its clear waters, historic villages, and ancient ruins. Then, writer Ada Calhoun shares her one-week journey through …
TIRANA, May 11 – Public Procurement Agency Director General and Chapter 5 negotiator Reida Kashta said public procurement stands as one of the key chapters in Albania’s European Union integration process. She said the EU places it within the new negotiation methodology under the fundamental cluster. Kashta made the remarks …
TIRANA, May 11 – The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 turquoise carpet turned into a parade of colours, emotions, and international presentations, with 35 countries taking part in the opening event attended by global media and fans. At the same time, Albania joined the ceremony with Alis Kallaçi as this year’s …