Albanian Cup – Vllaznia draw with Dinamo, Egnatia draw with Elbasani
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 …
Karakaçi: New energy law moves toward a more competitive and European market
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 …
Albania-Poland strengthen cooperation in fire and civil emergency protection
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. …
Rama: New pension scheme will complement the current system
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 …
Rama: Number of factories and enterprises in Albania continues to grow
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 …
Ibrahimaj: We will advance wage growth policy
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. …
Rama: 83 mandates are our strength, we cannot let integration be held hostage
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 …
Rama: We aim to reach €35 billion total production by 2030
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 …
Rama: Albania to complete EU accession talks by 2027
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 …
Albania welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges inclusive dialogue
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 …
TIRANA, April 16 – European Union envoy for the Kosova–Serbia dialogue Peter Sorensen arrives in Prishtina on April 15. He meets Kosova Prime Minister Albin Kurti during the visit. A Brussels source told Radio Free Europe. A diplomatic source links the visit to ongoing efforts on the Kosova–Serbia dialogue process. …
A returned migrant builds a successful export farm in Çermë e Sipërme. Gëzim Bezhi runs a modern greenhouse farm in Divjakë. Albania exports agricultural products to 85 international markets. The government aims to reach €1 billion in exports by 2030. Minister Salla visits a farm in Çermë e Sipërme. He …
TIRANA, April 16 – Albania’s electricity distribution operator has introduced a new relief scheme aimed at restructuring outstanding electricity debts for large businesses. According to the announcement, eligible companies will be able to repay their obligations in up to 120 instalments. The exact number of instalments will depend on the …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu meets citizens in Vorë with Taulant Balla. They discuss EU integration and national development. First, Koçiu says EU membership remains Albania’s main goal. She calls it the final confirmation of Albania’s European identity. Meanwhile, the government informs citizens daily about reforms. It reports progress in …
Deputy Minister Fatmir Guri speaks at the 4th Diaspora Summit. He focuses on agriculture and exports. First, he says Albania enters a new phase as a producer and exporter country. In addition, he stresses the role of agriculture in the national economy. He links it to culture and identity. Meanwhile, …
The Përmet Folk Ensemble participates in the World Folklore Festival. The festival takes place in Italy, France, and Monaco. First, the artists perform in Sanremo, Italy. They join the opening parade of the festival. Moreover, they wear traditional costumes. They present songs and dances from Përmet. In addition, they showcase …
The newspaper “Ora e Maleve” begins publication in Shkodër on 15 April 1923. It becomes an important platform for political and social thought. First, it reflects the political and economic situation in Albania. It focuses especially on developments in Shkodër. Moreover, the newspaper publishes 51 issues until the end of …
TIRANA, April 16 – Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama begins a working visit to Italy and Spain from April 16 to 18. The trip includes meetings with European leaders and participation in an international summit. The Prime Minister’s Office said Rama will meet Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome. …
TIRANA, April 16 – Albania plans to build a new commercial port in Porto Romano with a capacity of up to one million containers, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi told parliament. He described the project as a strategic investment for the country’s logistics sector. Karakaçi said the current Port …
TIRANA, April 16 – Albania’s State Police Director General Skënder Hita met Italian senior police official Lorenzo Bucossi in Tirana. Bucossi leads the International Police Cooperation Service of Italy. The two officials reviewed ongoing cooperation between Albanian and Italian police forces. Hita said both sides will strengthen multidimensional ties. Bucossi …