Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms
Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …
Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech
TIRANA, April 17 – A protest held by Albania’s Democratic Party took place on the main boulevard “Dëshmorët e Kombit” in central Tirana on Friday, later continuing with tensions near key state institutions. After opposition leader Sali Berisha addressed the gathering, some participants threw Molotov cocktails and fireworks in the …
Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth
Edi Rama visited Barcelona. The Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia received him. He highlighted growing interest in Albania. He shared a photo from the meeting. Rama said Albania’s image in Spain has changed. He said Spain once viewed Albania negatively. He said Spanish youth now prefer Albania as a tourist …
Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire
Ogerta Manastirliu visited families affected by the fire near Pharmacy 10 in Tirana. She said institutions are fully engaged. She promised concrete solutions as soon as possible. She said the Municipality of Tirana started work immediately. She said the Municipal Council will approve rent bonuses. She stressed no delays in …
Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path
Ferit Hoxha met Paulo Rangel at the Diplomacy Forum in Antalya. He received support for Albania’s EU membership path. They agreed to intensify cooperation. They discussed trade, tourism, education, and culture. They reaffirmed strong bilateral friendship. They agreed to increase political dialogue. This marked their first bilateral meeting. Hoxha highlighted …
Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation
Petrit Malaj met Jacob Helberg from the U.S. Department of State. They discussed current economic developments. They addressed global challenges. They explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. They highlighted the strategic partnership between Albania and the United States. They stressed expanding cooperation to support economic development and stability. Malaj reaffirmed …
Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones
The Council of Ministers of Albania declared several sites immovable cultural heritage. It approved protection and management plans. Authorities declared the Bylis Archaeological Park and Klos area cultural heritage. They approved zoning and preservation measures. They set rules for protection and administration. The government also declared the Bushat archaeological Zone …
After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships
Kosovo continues competition at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi after winning gold with Distria Krasniqi. Laura Fazliu competes in the -63 kg category. Akil Gjakova and Dardan Cena compete in the -73 kg category. Athletes aim for strong results for Kosovo. The team targets additional medals after Krasniqi’s …
Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal
Akil Gjakova competes at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi. He fights for the bronze medal against Bilal Çiloğlu. Gjakova receives a bye in the first round. He beats Samuel Gassner by ippon in the second round. He defeats Benjamin Levy by ippon. He loses in the quarterfinals to …
Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation
Besmir Beja visited the CEFTA Secretariat. He met Pranvera Kastrati to strengthen institutional cooperation. He prepared for Albania’s CEFTA presidency in 2026. Beja highlighted the role of the Albanian Customs Administration. He promoted trade facilitation. He advanced digitalization processes. He supported Authorized Economic Operators to improve the business climate. He …
Hasan Prishtina was born on April 27, 1873, in Vushtrri, Kosovo. He came from a wealthy family. He studied in Thessaloniki and Istanbul. He later became a strong voice in the Ottoman Parliament between 1908 and 1912. He defended the rights of Albanians in the Balkans. He played a leading …
The 33rd week of the Abissnet Superiore ends with two final matches. The round confirms strong competition in the decisive stage of the championship. AF Elbasani wins an important match 3–1 against Vllaznia at “Elbasan Arena”. The team moves to first place with 62 points. Vllaznia drops to second place …
Kosovo commemorates April 27 as the Day of Missing Persons from the war. The country holds various activities and symbolic visits. Institutions, organizations, and families take part. The day highlights the ongoing need for justice. It also stresses the importance of finding the truth. Families continue to seek answers about …
TIRANA, April 27 – Spring has increased visitor numbers at Viroi Park in Gjirokastër. Camper travellers now stop there during trips in southern Albania. The park offers a quiet setting, clean air, and open space. It attracts visitors who seek nature and calm conditions. Meanwhile, Jolanda and Frans Koopman from …
TIRANA, April 27 – Kosovo’s parliament approved the draft law ratifying an agreement with Albania for the Mediterranean Games “Prishtina 2030”. Lawmakers voted 93 in favour, with no votes against and no abstentions. The agreement formalises cooperation between the two countries for the organisation of the Games. Opposition parties, including …
TIRANA, April 27 – Justice institutions signed an agreement to standardise statistics across the justice system. The Ministry of Justice, judicial and prosecutorial bodies, the Prosecutor General’s Office, the High Inspectorate of Justice, and the School of Magistrates took part. The EU Delegation in Albania attended the signing. Justice Minister …
TIRANA, April 27 – Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Fatmir Guri described the cooperation protocol with Germany as an important and concrete step for aligning Albanian agriculture with European Union standards. He said the timing of the agreement matches Albania’s progress in the EU integration process. He also …
TIRANA, April 27 – The government and the parliamentary group of the Socialist Party held their expanded end-of-month meeting. Prime Minister Edi Rama chaired the meeting, which also included members of the cabinet. PM Rama said the discussion focused on communication with party structures under the framework of “Affairs of …
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Agron Gjekmarkaj meets Italian MP Giulio Cesare Sottanelli in the Parliament building. Sottanelli represents the “Azione” party. Gjekmarkaj thanks Italy for its long-standing support to Albania. He highlights Italy as a key and stable partner. He also praises the role of the Italian government, the Chamber …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha meets Izet Mexhiti, leader of the Democratic Movement and mayor of Çair. Mexhiti thanks Hoxha for the invitation. He stresses shared responsibility among Albanian leaders to strengthen ties between Albanians. He says Albanians in North Macedonia are an inseparable part of the …