Begaj Attends 25th Anniversary of Albania–US Military Cooperation
President Bajram Begaj attended the 25th anniversary ceremony of cooperation between the Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard in Zall-Herr. During the event, officials from Albania and the United States gathered alongside senior defense representatives. In his speech, Begaj stated that the strategic partnership with the United …
Gogu: French Justice Minister Visits Albania, a Signal of Trust in the European Path
The Minister of Justice, Toni Gogu, will welcome French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin in Tirana today. He said this is the first time a French Justice Minister has visited Albania. He described the visit as a strong signal of trust in Albania’s European justice reform path. Gogu said the visit …
Concert Celebrates 80th Birthday of Composer Shpëtim Kushta
The event was organized as part of the project “Nota mbi pentagram,” which was implemented by CEDI with support from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. During the concert, organizers presented a selection of Kushta’s works, and the program offered audiences an emotional artistic journey. Shpëtim Kushta, born in …
“Porta e Alpeve”: €50 Million Investment to Transform Shkodër–Shëngjin Tourism Corridor
The Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Rural Development approved a financial agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) for the “Porta e Alpeve” infrastructure project. The agreement provides a €50 million loan from the EIB to support infrastructure development in northern Albania. Deputy Minister of Finance Endrit Yzeiraj presented …
Government Transfers State Properties for Two Major Investment Projects in Palasë
The Council of Ministers has approved the transfer of state-owned properties to the Albanian Investment Corporation for the development of two projects in Palasë: the “Public Services Center Palasë” and “Copëzat”. The decision enables the Albanian Investment Corporation to act as the developer of state properties on behalf of the …
President Begaj: Strategic partnership with United States a cornerstone of foreign and security policy
TIRANA, May 6 – President Bajram Begaj attended the ceremony marking 25 years of cooperation between the Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard. The event took place at the Land Force Command in Zall Herr. Meanwhile, senior defence officials joined the ceremony. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays also …
Prime Minister Rama at Tribute Ceremony: Servet Pëllumbi Will Remain a Reference Point in the History of Change
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”0af0416d-2ce5-4a23-b5c4-be2969589642″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-9″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the farewell tributes for Servet Pëllumbi, which were held in the hall of the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:35fffbfa-013d-412b-bc0c-4eb2743af375-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Rama bowed before the coffin, …
Servet Pëllumbi Laid to Rest with Tributes and Honors
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:35fffbfa-013d-412b-bc0c-4eb2743af375-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Former Speaker of Parliament Servet Pëllumbi was laid to rest following tribute ceremonies held in his honor at the premises of the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. Hundreds of people attended the final honors for the well-known socialist …
Petition with Over 200,000 Signatures for Former KLA Leaders Reaches The Hague, Says Hysni Gucati
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”77dbc973-b507-4161-ab2d-4292ef43e4e8″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-19″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The chairman of the Kosovo Liberation Army War Veterans Organization, Hysni Gucati, has submitted to the Special Court a petition containing more than 200,000 signatures calling for the release of former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army. *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars …
AADF and Ministry of Education Sign Agreement to Improve Educational Services in Albania
The Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) and the Ministry of Education signed today a cooperation agreement marking an important step toward reforming Albania’s educational services system through the establishment and strengthening of the National Agency for Educational Services (AKSHA). The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for administering national examinations …
TIRANA, May 15 – European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos visits Kosova today. She will meet Prime Minister Albin Kurti in Prishtina. Both sides hold a joint press conference at 10:45, according to the Office of the Prime Minister. Kosova hosts Kos during her first visit to the country …
TIRANA, May 15 – Acting Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy Kathryn Hammond highlighted the importance of cyber security during an event presenting American cyber security solutions. She linked cyber security to economic development and national defence. According to the U.S. Embassy, Hammond said cyber security has become …
TIRANA, May 15 – Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal described Albania as an important NATO ally during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Edi Rama in Estonia. He also expressed Estonia’s support for Albania’s European Union integration. Michal highlighted cooperation between the two countries within the NATO alliance. He …
TIRANA, May 15 – Prime Minister Edi Rama praised Estonia’s model of technological development and digital innovation during a joint press conference with Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal in Tallinn on Friday. Rama described Estonia as a “laboratory of the future” and said the Baltic country has built a modern …
TIRANA, May 15 – Albania’s Transparency Board set new fuel price ceilings on Friday and lowered the diesel price by 3 ALL per litre. According to the decision taken at the May 15 meeting, the retail price of SSH EN 590 diesel will not exceed 198 ALL per litre, while …
TIRANA, May 15 – European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos arrived in Kosova on Friday. She will meet senior state leaders in Prishtina. Kos was received in the morning by acting President Albulena Haxhiu. She will later meet acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The agenda of the talks has …
TIRANA, May 15 – Organisers released the running order for the Eurovision Song Contest final. Albania will perform fifth, represented by Alis with the song “Nân.” Alis secured a place in the final after the second semi-final in Vienna. The artist delivered a strong performance at the Wiener Stadthalle and …
TIRANA, May 15 – Defense Minister Ermal Nufi said Albania remains a reliable NATO ally and continues efforts to modernise the Armed Forces and the country’s military industry. During a press conference, Nufi described the development of military and technological capacities as a key priority for the Armed Forces. He …
TIRANA, May 15 – Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal said direct flights between Tallinn and Tirana will create new opportunities for tourism, citizens and businesses between the two countries. He made the statement during a joint press conference in Estonia with Prime Minister Edi Rama. Michal said Albania and Estonia …
TIRANA, May 15 – Prime Minister Edi Rama thanked Estonia for its support to Albania’s EU accession process during a joint press conference with Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal. He said Albania expects to move quickly to the next phase of negotiations. Rama said Albania will continue work on closing …