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Manastirliu: We are proud of the medical staff and the investments made in the hospital of Korca

The Minister of Health, Ogerta Manastirliu together with the mayor of Korça, Sotiraq Filo, visited today the Regional Hospital of Korça, where they saw the latest investments. She has announced that these years they have invested in increasing technology and equipment in the hospital of Korça, more specifically in imaging …

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PM Rama meets ‘Rotal Energy Group’ boss

during his stay in Germany, the head of government Edi Rama held a meeting with the head of “Total Energy Group”, Patrick Poyanné. Rama shared the details of the meeting with his followers on Facebook. “Working morning with the boss of “Total Energy Group”, Patrick Poyanné, about the investments of …

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15 years of statehood, Begaj: Kosovo’s Euro-Atlantic path is ahead

The President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, together with representatives of Kosovo’s institutions, paid tribute at the “Adem Jashari” Memorial Complex in Prekaz. From there, President Begaj emphasized that the state of Kosovo is the trust and legacy of Ibrahim Rugova and Adem Jashari. “It is a pleasure to be here …

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Veliaj “Honorary Citizen” of Prizren

On the 15th anniversary of the declaration of Kosovo’s Independence, the Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, was awarded the title of “Honorary Citizen” by the Municipality of Prizren. The title was granted by the mayor of Prizren Municipality, Shaqir Totaj, who said that Veliaj is an example of a modern …

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Cyber ​​protection, Rama in Munich: Kosovo-Serbia relations are also in focus

Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Germany, as part of the Security 2023 conference, held in Munich. In a post on Facebook, Rama shares photos from the meeting with the chairman of the subcommittee for Europe in the US Senate and Senator Chris Van Hollen. The head of the government …

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Albania Greenlights Blogger’s Extradition to Russia After Receiving ‘Guarantees’

Albania’s Ministry of Justice has given the go-ahead to extradite to Russia a well-known blogger and photographer accused of espionage, claiming Moscow has promised she will not face political persecution. Original post Here

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Rama wishes the Independence of Kosovo

Prime Minister Edi Rama congratulated the 15th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. Through a post on Facebook, accompanied by a photo, the head of government writes: GOOD MORNING Happy Independence”, writes Prime Minister Rama. We remind you that President Bajram Begaj is in Kosovo, on a two-day visit within the 15th …

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Citizens of Kosovo choose to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Independence in Albania

Extraordinary flow of citizens and means from Kosovo to Albania. Thousands of Kosovo citizens have chosen Albania to celebrate the 15th anniversary of independence. “Rruga e Kombit” and customs of Morina have faced this influx since the early hours of the day. The border police have implemented the protocol of …

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Jewish Museum in Vlora dedicated to the coexistence of Jews and Albanians

The Jewish Museum will tell a unique story, dedicated to the coexistence of Jews and Albanians in time, which aims to become a cultural magnet for the historic area in Vlora. On Tuesday, the winning project was presented by the Israeli studio “Kimmel Eshkolot Architects”, a museum that will open in …

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Tragic earthquake, Albania donates 1 million euros to Turkey

Albania has donated 1 million euros to those affected by the earthquake in Turkey. Prime Minister Edi Rama called live during the “Turkey a Heart” campaign that was broadcast simultaneously on several Turkish television channels, where he expressed his condolences for the lives lost in the tragic earthquake a few …

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There is no freedom for Berisha and Malltezi, GJKKO leaves them under “house arrest”

The Special Court deposes Berisha and Malltez again. The lawyers submitted a request for the removal of the measure, which was rejected by the GJKKO. The former prime minister and his son-in-law, Jamarbër Malltezi, were left “under house arrest”. The Special Court of Appeal for Corruption and Organized Crime, with …

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20 years after the EU accession, Czechia and Slovakia reflect on their common journey

A message of peace and regional cooperation shines through in the example of these two EU member states for the rest of the countries in the WB.   Czechia and Slovakia have found themselves together and apart in various forms throughout history: as part of a bigger empire, as a …

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IRI Director brings Albania’s interfaith experience to Baku Forum

Dr. Arben Ramkaj, the chairman of the Inter-Religious Cooperation Center QBNF and the Executive Director of the Albanian Institute for Inter-Religious and Inter-Cultural Dialogue was invited to the 6th World Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan. Governments, international organizations, researchers and thought leaders have gathered for the 6th edition of the World …

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Serious accident, the Italian tourist loses control of the motorcycle and collides with a car

A car accident happened this morning on the entrance road of the city of Saranda. The motorcycle driven by an Italian tourist collided with a vehicle and as a result went off the road. It is learned that the tourist suffered minor injuries and was transported to Saranda Hospital for …

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Serious accident in Tirana/ An police oficer loses control of the vehicle and ends up in Lana River

An accident was recorded around 06:15 at the Shkoza bridge in Tirana. The police officer of the “Shqiponja” Special Force Sector, driving the service vehicle, allegedly lost control over his direction and as a result the vehicle went off the road, falling into the Lana River. The driver of the …

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Minister of Justice: To strengthen the protection of national security and the fight against terrorism

The Minister of Justice, Ulsi Manja, has presented the recommendations of the Council of Ministers for the General Prosecutor’s Office in the fight against criminality throughout the year 2024. He asked for more inter-institutional cooperation and close cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies, but also with organizations such as Europol …

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Minister Manja: The new Penal Code is necessary, at the request of Brussels

“Strengthening institutional cooperation inside and outside the country remains the main focus”, said the Minister of Justice, Ulsi Manja, as he asked for more commitment to criminality. Minister Manja has also stated that the preparation of a New Criminal Code is necessary, while underlining that something similar is also required …

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Operation PANDORA shuts down 12 phone fraud call centres

According to Europol 39 fraudsters organised flood of unsettling telephone scams, shocking and cheating thousands of victims In the early hours of 18 April 2024, German, Albanian, Bosnian-Herzegovinian, Kosovar and Lebanese police forces raided 12 call centres identified as the source of thousands of daily scam calls. 21 persons were …

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The Roof Garden Commission: Petrit Halilaj, Abetare

Kosovar artist Petrit Halilaj (born 1986, Kostërc,Kosova ) has been commissioned to create a site-specific installation for the Museum’s Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden. For the artist’s first major project in the United States, Halilaj has transformed The Met Roof with a sprawling sculptural installation.  Halilaj’s work is …

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Balla: We will increase the salaries for Police employees

The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, in a statement to the media, confirmed that from July 1st, there will be a salary increase for Guard employees. Balla added that this financial assessment comes from the fund in the state budget of 400 million dollars, which will also benefit employees …

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There is no freedom for Berisha and Malltezi, GJKKO leaves them under “house arrest”

The Special Court deposes Berisha and Malltez again. The lawyers submitted a request for the removal of the measure, which was rejected by the GJKKO. The former prime minister and his son-in-law, Jamarbër Malltezi, were left “under house arrest”. The Special Court of Appeal for Corruption and Organized Crime, with …

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20 years after the EU accession, Czechia and Slovakia reflect on their common journey

A message of peace and regional cooperation shines through in the example of these two EU member states for the rest of the countries in the WB.   Czechia and Slovakia have found themselves together and apart in various forms throughout history: as part of a bigger empire, as a …

News

IRI Director brings Albania’s interfaith experience to Baku Forum

Dr. Arben Ramkaj, the chairman of the Inter-Religious Cooperation Center QBNF and the Executive Director of the Albanian Institute for Inter-Religious and Inter-Cultural Dialogue was invited to the 6th World Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan. Governments, international organizations, researchers and thought leaders have gathered for the 6th edition of the World …

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Serious accident, the Italian tourist loses control of the motorcycle and collides with a car

A car accident happened this morning on the entrance road of the city of Saranda. The motorcycle driven by an Italian tourist collided with a vehicle and as a result went off the road. It is learned that the tourist suffered minor injuries and was transported to Saranda Hospital for …

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Serious accident in Tirana/ An police oficer loses control of the vehicle and ends up in Lana River

An accident was recorded around 06:15 at the Shkoza bridge in Tirana. The police officer of the “Shqiponja” Special Force Sector, driving the service vehicle, allegedly lost control over his direction and as a result the vehicle went off the road, falling into the Lana River. The driver of the …

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Minister of Justice: To strengthen the protection of national security and the fight against terrorism

The Minister of Justice, Ulsi Manja, has presented the recommendations of the Council of Ministers for the General Prosecutor’s Office in the fight against criminality throughout the year 2024. He asked for more inter-institutional cooperation and close cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies, but also with organizations such as Europol …

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Minister Manja: The new Penal Code is necessary, at the request of Brussels

“Strengthening institutional cooperation inside and outside the country remains the main focus”, said the Minister of Justice, Ulsi Manja, as he asked for more commitment to criminality. Minister Manja has also stated that the preparation of a New Criminal Code is necessary, while underlining that something similar is also required …

News

Operation PANDORA shuts down 12 phone fraud call centres

According to Europol 39 fraudsters organised flood of unsettling telephone scams, shocking and cheating thousands of victims In the early hours of 18 April 2024, German, Albanian, Bosnian-Herzegovinian, Kosovar and Lebanese police forces raided 12 call centres identified as the source of thousands of daily scam calls. 21 persons were …

News

The Roof Garden Commission: Petrit Halilaj, Abetare

Kosovar artist Petrit Halilaj (born 1986, Kostërc,Kosova ) has been commissioned to create a site-specific installation for the Museum’s Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden. For the artist’s first major project in the United States, Halilaj has transformed The Met Roof with a sprawling sculptural installation.  Halilaj’s work is …

News

Balla: We will increase the salaries for Police employees

The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, in a statement to the media, confirmed that from July 1st, there will be a salary increase for Guard employees. Balla added that this financial assessment comes from the fund in the state budget of 400 million dollars, which will also benefit employees …