Magical Views from Mount Korab
Spring temperatures have not removed the snow cover from Mount Korab. Snow still covers parts of the mountain. Wild crocus flowers form a golden carpet across the melted areas. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the mountain and called them magical. The Korab mountain range offers wide landscapes and …
The Kosova Central Election Commission prepares postal ballot packages for voters abroad ahead of Kosova vote
TIRANA, May 21 – The Kosova Central Election Commission (CEC) has prepared individual ballot packages for voters registered abroad ahead of postal voting for early parliamentary elections. The CEC said its voter service has prepared 75,000 packages so far. In addition, around 30,000 more packages will be completed during Wednesday, …
Socca European Championship: Albania opens with 5-0 win over Turkey
TIRANA, May 21 – The Socca European Championship officially kicked off in Albania on Wednesday in a festive atmosphere at the “House of Football”, which hosts the European minifootball tournament. Meanwhile, group-stage matches took place throughout the day. In addition, the opening ceremony brought music, artistic performances, and a strong …
“Gateway to the Alps” project transforms Shkodër with infrastructure, transport, and culture upgrades
TIRANA, May 21 – The Municipality of Shkodër worked with the Albanian Development Fund and international and local experts. It prepared a package of transformative projects. These projects target mobility, daily life, economic development, and tourism in the region. Meanwhile, Mayor Benet Beci presented the programme as “Gateway to the …
EU ambassadors expected to approve IBAR assessment report on Albania
TIRANA, May 21 – The EU Enlargement Working Group (COELA) has approved the Interim Benchmark Assessment Report (IBAR) on Albania’s progress in the European Union integration process. Meanwhile, the 27 EU member states have agreed on a common draft. Media reports say EU ambassadors will consider the text on Thursday …
Aurel Domi on Ola Foods success at TuttoFood and the brands global growth
The participation of Albanian companies in major international trade fairs is increasingly becoming a sign of the growing standards and ambitions of Albanian businesses to position themselves in global markets. One of the companies that participated this year in TuttoFood, the largest food industry fair in Italy and one of …
EU confirms to Euronews Albania: IBAR has passed in COELA
Sources from the European Union have confirmed to Euronews Albania that the IBAR draft passed today in the COELA working group, marking another important step in Albania’s European integration process. According to EU sources, COELA reached an agreement on the draft of the EU’s common temporary position (EUCP), meaning that …
Foreign Minister reacts to Israel’s treatment of activists: Shocking images
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha reacted on the platform X regarding footage published by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, showing the treatment of detained flotilla activists. He described the images as shocking and unacceptable, stressing that all detainees must be treated with dignity and with full respect for human …
Albania advances in EU negotiations, IBAR passes to COREPER
*]: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=”4ad94033-85ea-475e-b495-466414825d79″ data-turn-id-container=”4ad94033-85ea-475e-b495-466414825d79″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-25″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Albania has passed the draft of the European Union’s common interim position in the COELA working group meeting held today in Brussels, sources told Euronews. *]: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:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-12″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-12″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-26″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According to the same sources …
Berisha’s One-Man Contest for Albanian Opposition Leadership Risks Dooming Party
The Democratic Party has barred all rivals to Sali Berisha from its leadership contest this week – cementing his grip on the party but also, critics warn, undermining its credibility. Original post Here
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has entered the final stage of its European journey. He called it the most important moment in the country’s path toward the European Union. First, Rama spoke in episode 21 of season six of the podcast FLASIM. He reviewed the main events of the …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani Hoxha, met Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti on Sunday. First, they discussed practical steps to deepen cooperation between Albania and Kosovo. They said strong political ties should bring more direct results for citizens in both countries. Next, Hoxha said they stressed …
Albania’s Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha began his first official visit to Kosovo on Sunday. First, he met Albulena Haxhiu, Speaker of Parliament and acting president of Kosovo. Hoxha wished Haxhiu success in her constitutional duties. He also praised her role in protecting democratic standards and supporting the work of institutions. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama on Sunday honored former volleyball player and coach Kreshnik Tartari and praised his outstanding contribution to Albanian sport. Rama shared a message on social media after Tartari passed away at the age of 83. He called Tartari a legend of Albanian sport and praised his years …
KF Egnatia secured the Abissnet Superiore title on Saturday night, winning the Albanian championship for a third consecutive season. Egnatia defeated FC Dinamo City 2–0 at Elbasan Arena to seal the title. The Rrogozhinë side scored both goals in the first half. Albaneze opened the scoring from the penalty spot …
Glauk Konjufca, First Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Kosovo, said that coordination between Kosovo and Albania is a natural and smooth process in international relations. He made the remarks during a joint press conference in Prishtina together with Albania’s Foreign Minister Igli Hasani Hoxha. First, Konjufca emphasized that …
Ferit Hoxha said Albania will not tolerate any violation of Kosovo’s security during his first official visit to Kosovo in his current role. He made the statement during a joint press conference in Prishtina with Kosovo Foreign Minister Glauk Konjufca. First, Hoxha described Albania and Kosovo as a strategic partnership …
Prime Minister Edi Rama described May 26 as a historic date, as Albania completed the phase of opening the chapters of its EU accession negotiations and entered the final phase of closing them. Speaking on his podcast “Flasim” (“Let’s Talk”), Rama said that this achievement represents a certification of the …
*]: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=”cad5cd8e-5b87-40b2-8f87-a6827d2c76d0″ data-turn-id-container=”cad5cd8e-5b87-40b2-8f87-a6827d2c76d0″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-11″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Just 15 kilometers from the city of Pogradec, the village of Peshkëpia is experiencing some of the most difficult years in its history. *]: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:0981fa6a-3e79-4791-b704-0147d0641e3c-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:0981fa6a-3e79-4791-b704-0147d0641e3c-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Once home to around 800 residents, the …
*]: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:0981fa6a-3e79-4791-b704-0147d0641e3c-1″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:0981fa6a-3e79-4791-b704-0147d0641e3c-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> “Kosovo is a priority of Albania’s foreign policy,” declared Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, in Pristina alongside his counterpart, Glauk Konjufca. “Kosovo is an absolute priority of our foreign policy. It is a clear and unchanging …