Public Safety Local Council in Elbasan discusses measures against online misinformation and digital violence
TIRANA, July 31 – Online misinformation and digital violence against children were the focus of the latest meeting of the Public Safety Local Council in Elbasan. Local institutions and partners discussed measures under the School Safety Package 2026-2027. They also presented the “Raporto Tani” (Report Now) application, which aims to …
Gonxhja: Tirana Becomes Albania’s Tourism Capital as Cross-Border Tourism Gains Importance
Tourism Minister Blendi Gonxhja said Albania is reshaping its tourism policies to improve service quality and extend the tourist season throughout the year. He explained that the country is following the National Tourism Strategy and introducing new measures to strengthen sustainable tourism development. Furthermore, Gonxhja highlighted cultural tourism as a …
Water supply company introduces 24/7 support and new communication channels
TIRANA, July 31 – Tirana Water Supply and Sewerage Company (UKT) has improved its customer services by introducing 24/7 support and four new communication channels for citizens. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a video on social media highlighting the company’s updated services. He said the water supply company now provides …
Tirana Mosaic enters digital era with 3D reconstruction and gigapixel technology
TIRANA, July 31 – Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja visited the Tirana Mosaic archaeological site, where authorities presented a new digital space combining restoration, scientific research and digital technology. The project transforms the Tirana Mosaic into a modern interpretation space where history meets new technologies. Digital tools will …
Armed Forces receive first 40 tactical vehicles made in Albania
TIRANA, July 31 – The Albanian Armed Forces received the first 40 NATO-standard tactical vehicles produced in Albania by Timak Defence. Defense Minister Ermal Nufi attended the handover ceremony and described the delivery as an important milestone for Albania’s defense industry. He said the vehicles strengthen the operational capabilities of …
New tactical vehicles strengthen Armed Forces’ operational capabilities
TIRANA, July 31 – The Albanian Armed Forces received the first 40 military tactical vehicles produced in Albania by Timak Defence under NATO standards. Prime Minister Edi Rama, Defense Minister Ermal Nufi, Chief of the General Staff Lieutenant General Arben Kingji, KAYO company administrator Ardi Veliu and Timak Defence entrepreneur …
Vlora clears illegally occupied public beach areas
TIRANA, July 31 – Vlora Municipal Police launched an operation today to clear public beach areas that had been illegally occupied, restoring access for residents and holidaymakers. The police said the operation followed the expiration of all deadlines for voluntary compliance. Authorities had repeatedly notified the businesses involved before taking …
Hoxha: Albania Increases Sports Budget by 32%, New Sponsorship Law Expected This Autumn
Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Endrit Hoxha announced a 32% increase in the sports budget. He said the government is prioritizing elite athletes, sports infrastructure and international competitions. The increased funding marks a major step for Albanian sport. It will support athletes and improve training conditions. Moreover, Albania …
Chief of the General Staff: New tactical vehicles strengthen Armed Forces’ operational capabilities
TIRANA, July 31 – The Albanian Armed Forces received the first 40 military tactical vehicles produced in Albania by Timak Defence under NATO standards. Prime Minister Edi Rama, Defense Minister Ermal Nufi, Chief of the General Staff Lieutenant General Arben Kingji, KAYO administrator Ardi Veliu and Timak Defence entrepreneur Arjeta …
Albania and Italy Update Mutual Driver’s License Recognition Agreement
The Albanian government approved an amendment to its agreement with Italy on the mutual recognition of driver’s licenses for conversion purposes. The Council of Ministers adopted Amendment No. 2, which updates the existing cooperation framework between the two countries. The agreement aims to improve procedures for recognizing and converting driving …
Nearly a year after Prime Minister Edi Rama introduced an AI chatbot as a ‘virtual minister’ in his cabinet to tackle corruption, has the technology been a success? Original post Here
TIRANA, August 14 – International media network Euronews says the European Union faces a decisive moment over its enlargement policy. The bloc must balance progress by candidate countries with internal reforms needed to operate as a larger and more complex union. Montenegro and Albania rank among the most advanced candidates, …
TIRANA, August 14 – Dinamo secured a place in the Conference League play-off after beating Auda 4-0 at Elbasan Arena. Dinamo, coached by Albanian Ilir Daja, overturned a 1-0 first-leg defeat in Latvia and continued their European campaign. Qardaku opened the scoring in the 36th minute, while Qefalia doubled Dinamo’s …
TIRANA, August 14 – Albanian champions Egnatia reached the Europa League play-off after a 5-1 win over Shamrock Rovers in Rrogozhina. The result overturned their 3-1 first-leg defeat and secured a meeting with Norwegian side Lillestrom. Egnatia have also secured a place in the Conference League league phase. This applies …
TIRANA, August 14 – Albania will experience broadly similar weather conditions today, August 14. Skies will remain mostly clear, with moderate cloud cover that will occasionally become denser over mountainous areas in the south and southeast. Meanwhile, light rain is expected across most of the country. Short thunderstorms may occur …
TIRANA, August 14 – Albania reported 29 wildfires during the past 24 hours. Eleven remain active, while authorities are monitoring 3 fires and have brought 4 under control. The Ministry of Defence said 249 firefighters, 48 police officers, 233 municipal and forestry personnel, 206 volunteers and 118 Armed Forces personnel …
TIRANA, August 14 – The George Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum in Kruja remains a popular cultural tourism destination, welcoming large numbers of local and foreign visitors during the summer season. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the museum, which stands inside the historic Kruja Castle. The Kruja Museum Centre also …
TIRANA, August 14 – Morocco has lifted visa requirements for Albanian citizens travelling for short stays. The decision takes effect on August 15, 2026. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs said Morocco’s competent authorities had informed Albania of the decision. Morocco’s embassy accredited to Albania and based in Rome …
TIRANA, August 14 – Hasan Prishtina died in Thessaloniki on August 14 after an assassination attempt. Born in Vushtrri, Kosova, in 1873, he studied at the French High School in Thessaloniki and the Ottoman administration school Mulkiye in Istanbul. Prishtina served three times as a deputy in the Ottoman Parliament. …
TIRANA, August 13 – Firefighting operations continue on the ground and from the air. The Armed Forces are supporting operations in several areas across Albania. Defence Minister Ermal Nufi said 274 Armed Forces personnel are currently deployed. They are using 21 vehicles, 1 water tanker, 3 ambulances and 9 firefighting …