PM Rama: Kosovo is independent state; sooner Serbia accepts this, the better
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – Albania has consistently pursued a peaceful approach and actively promoted regional cooperation in the Western Balkans over the past decade, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Tuesday, describing the normalisation of relations between Kosovo and Serbia as an unresolved issue. Speaking at the Paris Peace …
PM Rama urges EU to bring accession candidate countries to negotiating table
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – The European Union should adopt a new political approach to enlargement and bring candidate countries negotiating membership directly to the table, while preserving the principle of merit-based accession, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Tuesday. Speaking at the Paris Peace Forum, Rama discussed Albania’s EU …
Rama: Emigration of young people is part of country’s development journey
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama stated today that the desire among young people to emigrate does not represent an upward trend, but is rather part of the country’s development journey. During a discussion entitled “Europe’s Shared Future: Enlargement and the Next Generation”—focused on European Union enlargement …
Rama in Paris: Europe must confront “devil” of social media
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that the European Union’s primary challenge in the coming years concerns not only the enlargement process and candidate countries, but also the Union’s own capacity to manage political shifts and the influence of social media. During a discussion at the …
Minister: Government to increase cultural heritage funding by 80% in 2027
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – The government will increase funding for cultural heritage by 80% under its 2027 state budget, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said on Tuesday, announcing plans for restoration, conservation and the development of new museum spaces and archaeological sites. Speaking in a video message …
Malaj: Thirty percent of the 2027 budget goes to social protection—from baby bonuses to pensioners and foster families
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Minister of Finance Petrit Malaj stated today that, “The 2027 budget will hit a record 10 billion euros, focusing on citizen support and social protection.” While presenting some of the key priorities of next year’s budget in a television interview, Malaj noted that, “The budget …
Rama attends reception hosted by Macron at Élysée Palace
TIRANA, November 10 /ATSH/ – Accompanied by his wife, Linda Rama, Prime Minister Edi Rama shared image of his arrival at the Élysée Palace, where he was greeted by French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron. “At the Élysée Palace, during a reception hosted by French President Emmanuel …
Albania records 742 more births than deaths in third quarter, Tirana leads
TIRANA, Nov 10 /ATA/ – Albania recorded 742 more births than deaths in the third quarter of 2026, with the capital Tirana posting the highest positive natural population growth, according to data released by the National Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) on Tuesday. A total of 5,787 births and 5,045 deaths …
Majlinda Dhuka says 2027 budget supports decisive phase of EU integration
Albania’s 2027 draft budget will support European Union accession negotiations and prepare the country for membership, State Minister and Chief Negotiator Majlinda Dhuka said on Tuesday. Speaking to the Assembly’s Committee on European Affairs and Foreign Policy, Dhuka said Albania had opened all negotiating chapters, received a positive assessment of …
Albanian embassy in Canada to highlight European identity and heritage in Ottawa
Albania’s European identity, cultural heritage and aspirations for the future will take centre stage during Albania’s European Week in Ottawa in 2026. The Embassy of the Republic of Albania to Canada will organise the event in collaboration with the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at the University of Ottawa. …
The uncertainty over the summit exposes tensions between Prime Minister Rama’s international ambitions, Albania’s limited resources and a deepening political crisis at home. TIRANA, Albania – Albania will not host a NATO summit in 2027, Prime Minister Edi Rama has acknowledged, reversing months of confident government announcements about what had been …
By Sidonja Manushi TIRANA, Albania – The Federation of Saudi Chambers has launched International Business Concierge (IBC), a new platform designed to facilitate the entry of foreign companies into the Saudi market, support business establishment and encourage international investment in the Kingdom. The initiative forms part of Saudi Arabia’s broader …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced changes to the Socialist Party’s regional leadership at a meeting of its National Assembly taking place this Saturday in Lalzi Bay. Under the reshuffle, Ervin Demo and Albana Koçiu will jointly lead the party’s operations in Tirana. The changes come as the Socialist Party prepares …
Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Prime Minister Edi Rama discussed the European Commission’s latest enlargement report, describing its recommendation for Albania as historic. Rama said the report contained a passage that, in his view, had received too little attention given its significance for Albania’s European integration. He was …
Prime Minister Edi Rama commented on the protests that have taken place across Albania in recent weeks, saying demonstrators had thrown stones and Molotov cocktails. He said the Socialist Party would step up its efforts to engage with citizens. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama said the opposition …
Prime Minister Edi Rama responded to criticism of media freedom in Albania, claiming that government critics are widely represented in the Albanian media and that Albania stands apart from other countries when it comes to freedom of expression. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama said 60% of the …
TIRANA, November 14 /ATA/ – Democratic Party Chairman Sali Berisha spoke today during an online discussion with supporters. He addressed Prime Minister Rama’s speech at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, as well as recent developments—specifically the European Commission’s report and the decision against holding the 2027 NATO summit in Tirana, …
TIRANA, November 14 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama stated today that the new fiscal package is not the result of an ideological shift to the left, but rather a direct outcome of the country’s economic growth, which has made previously unaffordable measures possible. Addressing the Socialist Party Assembly, Rama …
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Saturday that preparations for Albania’s European Union accession treaty were a major political indication of the country’s direction, rejecting claims that the government was suppressing critics or undermining judicial independence. Addressing the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama described the …
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Socialist Party leader and Prime Minister Edi Rama said Saturday a national debate would be held soon to discuss both the progress Albania has made and the many challenges facing the country and its people. Speaking at the assembly, Rama said Albania was now closer …