Lamallari holds meeting with Dutch counterpart in The Hague: Albania–Netherlands agreement on security and law enforcement
Albanian Minister of Interior Besfort Lamallari is on an official visit to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. There, he met with his counterpart, Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel, in The Hague. First, the two ministers focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in security. They also discussed law enforcement …
Memorandum on Creating Hydrocarbons Operator Signed: Rama Says Strategic Oil Reserve Will Be Secured
The Government of Albania and the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A. signed a memorandum of understanding in Tirana today. The agreement focuses on a feasibility study for creating national capacity for the supply and storage of oil and gas products. First, the initiative aims to strengthen energy security. It also …
Strengthening Albania–Greece Economic Cooperation
The Albanian and Greek institutions are strengthening economic cooperation through new bilateral engagement in Athens. First, a delegation from the Albanian Investment Development Agency, led by Executive Director Laura Plaku, participated in the Albania–Greece Economic Forum and B2B meetings in Athens. In addition, the delegation held a bilateral meeting with …
Rama to Bloomberg: Strategic tourism projects will continue despite protests
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that the government will not withdraw its support for two luxury resort projects linked to an investment firm associated with Jared Kushner, despite ongoing daily protests. First, Rama stated in written comments to Bloomberg that his government will continue its tourism development strategy. He emphasized …
Rama Presents the “Aleksandër Moisiu” Campus Project in Durrës: It Is a Result of the Student Protests’ Demands
Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Tuesday to attend the presentation of the final proposals from the International Competition for the New “Aleksandër Moisiu” University Campus. During his remarks, Rama said the project is a direct outcome of the demands raised during the 2018 student protests. “This is …
Rama Presents the “Aleksandër Moisiu” Campus Project in Durrës: It Is a Result of the Student Protests’ Demands
Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Tuesday to attend the presentation of the final proposals from the International Competition for the New “Aleksandër Moisiu” University Campus. During his remarks, Rama said the project is a direct outcome of the demands raised during the 2018 student protests. “This is …
Defense Minister: Using the KLA’s Name for Politics Is the Greatest Shame
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi has joined the reactions against Dritan Goxhaj, who has emerged as a leading voice articulating the demands of Monday’s protest. In a public statement, Nufi said that the name of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) should not be used for personal or political interests. The minister …
Defense Minister: Using the KLA’s Name for Politics Is the Greatest Shame
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi has joined the reactions against Dritan Goxhaj, who has emerged as a leading voice articulating the demands of Monday’s protest. In a public statement, Nufi said that the name of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) should not be used for personal or political interests. The minister …
Albania Signs Agreement with Italian Energy Company, Rama: Strategic Oil Reserve to Be Created
Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A. for a feasibility study on establishing national capacities for the supply and storage of oil and gas products. During his remarks, Rama said the project is linked to the government’s …
Albania Signs Agreement with Italian Energy Company, Rama: Strategic Oil Reserve to Be Created
Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A. for a feasibility study on establishing national capacities for the supply and storage of oil and gas products. During his remarks, Rama said the project is linked to the government’s …
TIRANA, July 4 – Prime Minister Edi Rama has extended his congratulations to the United States of America on the occasion of July 4, Independence Day. He said July 4 is also a special celebration for Albanians. He highlighted the historic ties and friendship between the two countries. Rama referred …
TIRANA, July 4 – President Bajram Begaj has extended congratulations to the United States of America on the 250th anniversary of Independence Day. He conveyed his warmest wishes to President Donald Trump and the American people. Begaj said Albania deeply values its enduring friendship and strategic partnership with the United …
Albania and North Macedonia are strengthening customs cooperation by preparing a new protocol for the implementation of their Joint Border Controls Agreement. The initiative aims to improve the efficiency of border inspections, facilitate trade, and reduce waiting times at border crossings. During a visit to the Qafë Thanë–Qafasan joint border …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared new images of Saranda’s public beaches, highlighting the growing number of international visitors enjoying the city’s coastline, hospitality, local cuisine, and clean beaches during the summer season. This year, Albania’s coastal municipalities have expanded the areas designated as public beaches and are providing free …
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas praised Albania’s progress toward EU membership and said the EU is ready to welcome Albania and Montenegro as future members. Speaking in an interview with a Bosnian news agency, Kallas said the European Union will accelerate its enlargement process and identified the integration …
Parliamentary Group Leader of the Socialist Party Taulant Balla received Kevin Carrico, president of the Jacksonville City Council in the United States, at the Albanian Parliament. During the meeting, both sides discussed cooperation between Albania and the United States, with a particular focus on the role of the Albanian-American community …
Minister of Justice Toni Gogu met today with the Free Legal Aid Service branches, the State Enforcement Service, the Probation Service, and the Center for the Prevention of Crimes by Minors and Youth. During the meeting, officials prioritized raising citizens’ awareness of their right to free legal aid, improving the …
The Basic Court in Pristina has once again sentenced Ekrem Bajroviq to 12 years in prison after finding him guilty of war crimes against the civilian population committed during the 1998–1999 Kosovo war in the municipality of Istog. The case had been returned for retrial by the Supreme Court of …
Albanian Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi announced the official opening of the National Flight School on Friday, describing it as a strategic step toward strengthening the country’s defense and national security capabilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Nufi said the National Flight School is more than just a new educational …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama and Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi attended the inauguration ceremony of the National Flight School on Friday. During his address, Rama highlighted the growing interest among young people in joining the Albanian Air Force, adding that the new institution will also be open to training …