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Malaj: Public Revenues Have Increased by 31% Over the Past Three Years

Albania’s public revenues have increased by 31% over the past three years. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Finance aims to increase public revenues by €1.2 billion compared with 2024 by the end of this year. Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said the increase reflects sustained economic growth and the formalization of Albania’s …

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Conference League: Dinamo City Face Decisive Second Leg Against Pafos

Dinamo City will face Pafos on Thursday, August 27, at 19:00 in the second leg of the UEFA Conference League play-off. The match will take place at Limassol Stadium and will decide which team advances to the league phase of the competition. The 1-1 draw at Elbasan Arena has left …

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Clear weather with temperatures of up to 39 degrees Celsius

TIRANA, August 27 – The Military Meteorological Service said stable atmospheric conditions would affect Albania on Thursday. The weather would remain clear across most of the country. Meanwhile, some passing clouds would appear over mountainous areas in the east and northeast. Winds would blow from the southeast to the northwest …

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Ibrahimaj: “PriceWatch Albania” platform to launch in September for price transparency and comparison

Albania will make basic product prices more transparent for consumers through the new “PriceWatch Albania” platform. The government plans to launch the platform in September. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said today that the platform will allow citizens to view and compare the prices of basic products. They will …

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Koçiu: Government’s Main Focus Starts with Housing for Young Couples and Families

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu has presented the government’s new political priority, focusing on improving citizens’ quality of life. This autumn, the “Social Albania” initiative will launch a new housing program for young couples and families. As the new political season begins, the government will put “Social Albania” at the …

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Kosovo to Compete with Seven Judokas at “Taranto 2026”, Aiming for Medals

Following competitions in various sports, it is now judo’s turn at the “Taranto 2026” Mediterranean Games, a sport that has brought Kosovo some of its greatest successes on the international stage. Kosovo’s judokas will compete on August 28 and 29 in Taranto, Italy, aiming to win medals at this major …

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Energy in Q2: Production Up 34.4%, Exports Rise 55.4%

*]:pointer-events-auto 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:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-1″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-turn=”assistant”> Domestic electricity production increased by 34.4%, while exports rose by 55.4% in the second quarter of the year. Lower imports improved the country’s energy balance, although consumption and energy losses remain a challenge. Domestic electricity production increased by 34.4% in the …

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0% Interest Home Loans Launched for 300 Public Administration Employees

The government has launched a program to help 300 public administration employees purchase homes under favorable conditions. Teachers, doctors, police officers, and employees of other public institutions can benefit from the scheme by applying through the e-Albania platform by September 25. The program provides financing for the purchase of a …

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Velipoja Among Tourists’ Favorite Destinations This Summer

Velipoja continues to be one of the most popular destinations for both domestic and international visitors during the summer season. At the peak of the season, the beach is filled with tourists, while its peaceful atmosphere and wide-open spaces remain among the main reasons holidaymakers choose the area. The long, …

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Hita Urges 389 New Police Officers: Resist Criminal Influence, Uphold the Dignity of the Uniform

*]:pointer-events-auto 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:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> The Director General of the State Police, Skënder Hita, addressed 389 cadets today who successfully completed the Professional Police Training College at the Security Academy, urging them to always be guided in their new duties by the law, service to citizens, …

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Businessman Luan Muça Reacts to Conflict in Vlora

Businessman Luan Muça has publicly responded to the conflict with Vasil Bedinaj, the owner of a hotel in Radhimë. In a statement, Muça gives his version of the confrontation, claiming that it concerns a property dispute and that he met with Bedinaj in an attempt to resolve it. Muça says …

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SafeJournalists: Meta must urgently clarify recent restrictions affecting media and public-interest accounts in Albania

The SafeJournalists Network expresses concern over a growing number of unexplained restrictions and account-access problems affecting media, activists and other public-interest voices on Meta platforms in Albania. On 5 September, the official Instagram account of Euronews Albania, a private main television and digital news outlet, became inaccessible. Later the same …

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US and EU: Mother Teresa’s legacy should inspire us

TIRANA, September 5 – The US Embassy and EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa have paid tribute to Mother Teresa, highlighting her humanitarian legacy and message of service, solidarity and inclusion. Moreira de Sousa recalled one of Mother Teresa’s best-known messages, saying that people may not all do …

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Foreign Minister Hoxha receives new European Union ambassador

TIRANA, September 5 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha received new European Union Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa for their first meeting. The two officials discussed Albania’s progress towards European Union membership. During the meeting, Hoxha stressed the importance of maintaining the pace and momentum …

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UGSH reacts to Euronews Albania’s Instagram account: Transparency sought over closure of Albanian accounts

The Association of Albanian Journalists (UGSH) has reacted following the blocking of access to Euronews Albania’s official Instagram page, expressing concern over the situation and calling for immediate clarification. In its statement,UGSH emphasized that the inability to access the media outlet’s account on one of the main platforms used to …

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Union of Albanian Journalists reacts to closure of Euronews Albania’s Instagram account: Meta must provide explanations

The Union of Albanian Journalists (UGSH) has reacted to the problems affecting access to Euronews Albania’s official Instagram page, describing the situation as an alarm for freedom of communication and access to information. In a public statement, UGSH said that the inability to access the media outlet’s Instagram page constitutes …

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AEJ Condemns Closure of Euronews Albania’s Instagram Account: Meta Must Restore the Page and Provide an Official Explanation

The Association of European Journalists, Albanian Section (AEJ), has condemned Meta’s closure of Euronews Albania’s Instagram page, describing the decision as unprecedented and unacceptable. In a statement, the AEJ said the page had been shut down without any official explanation from Meta. “The Association of European Journalists, Albanian Section, strongly …

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PM Rama: Albania does not need veto power to join European table

TIRANA, September 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania does not necessarily need veto power to take part in European processes and discussions. He spoke about Albania’s European Union perspective and the rise of nationalist trends in several European countries. Speaking at the “Intelligence on the World, Europe and …

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Euronews Albania’s Instagram Account Shut Down: What Is Happening on Social Media in Albania?

Euronews Albania’s Instagram page is no longer accessible, raising further alarm over what has been happening to Albanian accounts on social media in recent days. Without any prior notice or warning, Euronews Albania woke up today to find its Instagram page displaying the message: “User not found.” Just last night, …

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Hours After MEP’s Interview on Closed Accounts, Euronews Albania Disappears from Instagram

Just hours after MEP Sandro Gozi spoke in the Euronews Albania studio about the shutdown of Albanian Instagram accounts and called for transparency from Meta, Euronews Albania’s own page is no longer accessible on the platform. Last night, appearing as a guest on the program “Review,” Gozi addressed the wave …

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Businessman Luan Muça Reacts to Conflict in Vlora

Businessman Luan Muça has publicly responded to the conflict with Vasil Bedinaj, the owner of a hotel in Radhimë. In a statement, Muça gives his version of the confrontation, claiming that it concerns a property dispute and that he met with Bedinaj in an attempt to resolve it. Muça says …

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SafeJournalists: Meta must urgently clarify recent restrictions affecting media and public-interest accounts in Albania

The SafeJournalists Network expresses concern over a growing number of unexplained restrictions and account-access problems affecting media, activists and other public-interest voices on Meta platforms in Albania. On 5 September, the official Instagram account of Euronews Albania, a private main television and digital news outlet, became inaccessible. Later the same …

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US and EU: Mother Teresa’s legacy should inspire us

TIRANA, September 5 – The US Embassy and EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa have paid tribute to Mother Teresa, highlighting her humanitarian legacy and message of service, solidarity and inclusion. Moreira de Sousa recalled one of Mother Teresa’s best-known messages, saying that people may not all do …

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Foreign Minister Hoxha receives new European Union ambassador

TIRANA, September 5 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha received new European Union Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa for their first meeting. The two officials discussed Albania’s progress towards European Union membership. During the meeting, Hoxha stressed the importance of maintaining the pace and momentum …

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UGSH reacts to Euronews Albania’s Instagram account: Transparency sought over closure of Albanian accounts

The Association of Albanian Journalists (UGSH) has reacted following the blocking of access to Euronews Albania’s official Instagram page, expressing concern over the situation and calling for immediate clarification. In its statement,UGSH emphasized that the inability to access the media outlet’s account on one of the main platforms used to …

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Union of Albanian Journalists reacts to closure of Euronews Albania’s Instagram account: Meta must provide explanations

The Union of Albanian Journalists (UGSH) has reacted to the problems affecting access to Euronews Albania’s official Instagram page, describing the situation as an alarm for freedom of communication and access to information. In a public statement, UGSH said that the inability to access the media outlet’s Instagram page constitutes …

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AEJ Condemns Closure of Euronews Albania’s Instagram Account: Meta Must Restore the Page and Provide an Official Explanation

The Association of European Journalists, Albanian Section (AEJ), has condemned Meta’s closure of Euronews Albania’s Instagram page, describing the decision as unprecedented and unacceptable. In a statement, the AEJ said the page had been shut down without any official explanation from Meta. “The Association of European Journalists, Albanian Section, strongly …

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PM Rama: Albania does not need veto power to join European table

TIRANA, September 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania does not necessarily need veto power to take part in European processes and discussions. He spoke about Albania’s European Union perspective and the rise of nationalist trends in several European countries. Speaking at the “Intelligence on the World, Europe and …

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Euronews Albania’s Instagram Account Shut Down: What Is Happening on Social Media in Albania?

Euronews Albania’s Instagram page is no longer accessible, raising further alarm over what has been happening to Albanian accounts on social media in recent days. Without any prior notice or warning, Euronews Albania woke up today to find its Instagram page displaying the message: “User not found.” Just last night, …

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Hours After MEP’s Interview on Closed Accounts, Euronews Albania Disappears from Instagram

Just hours after MEP Sandro Gozi spoke in the Euronews Albania studio about the shutdown of Albanian Instagram accounts and called for transparency from Meta, Euronews Albania’s own page is no longer accessible on the platform. Last night, appearing as a guest on the program “Review,” Gozi addressed the wave …