Ferit Hoxha highlights “Albania 2030” vision
A panel titled “The Way Forward – From Communication to Cooperation” took place during the Fourth Diaspora Summit. Participants discussed a new diaspora strategy. They also discussed stronger institutional cooperation with Albanians abroad. Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha commented on the discussions on X. He said critics …
EU calls for constructive engagement on key reforms
EU ambassadors met Democratic Party representatives in Tirana. They discussed electoral and territorial reforms. They also addressed Albania’s EU integration process. The EU said these reforms require bipartisan support. Officials stressed transparency in the legislative process. They called for inclusive consultations. EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato urged constructive engagement. He asked …
Weather forecast indicates unstable conditions with light rain expected in Albania
TIRANA, April 16 – The Military Meteorological Service reported on Thursday unstable atmospheric conditions across Albania. Cloud cover will range from moderate to dense, with intermittent clear spells developing during the day. Light and occasional rainfall is expected from midday through the afternoon hours. Northern regions and mountainous areas in …
Sala Meets EU Commissioner Varhelyi in Brussels
Minister Evis Sala meets Commissioner Oliver Varhelyi in Brussels. They discuss Albania’s progress toward EU integration. The meeting focuses on Chapter 28 on public health. This chapter is one of the most demanding in negotiations. Minister Sala highlights EU support for Albania. She confirms commitment to health sector reforms. She …
Muse-X Returns as Major Creative Festival in Tirana
Muse-X returns to Tirana on April 17. The festival runs on April 17, 18, and 19. First, Muse-X presents a major creative industry platform. It combines exhibition, conference, and art festival. Moreover, the event brings together 22 countries. It hosts over 80 companies and 120 stands. In addition, participants deliver …
Nomad Lawyer report: Albania becomes Europe’s fastest-growing Mediterranean destination with 12.4 million tourists in 2025
TIRANA, April 16 – Albania recorded 12.4 million international tourists in 2025, nearly doubling compared to 2019. The figure places the country among the fastest-growing Mediterranean destinations in Southern Europe. The data appears in an article by Preeti Gunjan published on the travel platform “Nomad Lawyer”. The country has rapidly …
Sport seen as a natural ambassador of Albania worldwide
A sports panel took place at the Fourth Diaspora Summit in Tirana. Speakers described sport as a natural ambassador of Albania. They shared inspiring stories from athletes and community figures. Participants highlighted the role of the diaspora. They said athletes strengthen national identity. They also increase Albania’s visibility abroad. Minister …
27 years since Kosovan exodus toward Kukës in Albania
TIRANA, April 16 – April 16 marks 27 years since the start of the mass exodus of Kosova Albanians toward Albania in 1999. The movement began amid escalating conflict and an ethnic cleansing attempt during the Kosova war. Kukës in northern Albania became the main entry point for hundreds of …
Balla holds public dialogue with citizens in Vorë
Taulant Balla met citizens in Vorë together with Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu. They held a public discussion focused on EU integration and national development. Balla stressed Albania’s strategic goal of joining the European Union. He said “Albania 2030 in the EU” represents the country’s main challenge. He stated that …
Gent Sejko attends the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington.
The Governor of the Bank of Albania, Gent Sejko, will join the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. The meetings will take place from April 16–19, 2026, in Washington, DC. The forum gathers top global financial decision-makers. Central bank governors and finance ministers will attend. …
TIRANA, August 11 – Albania’s State Minister and Chief Negotiator Majlinda Dhuka responded today to Serbian European Integration Minister Nemanja Starović over the debate surrounding the Ibër River. In a social media post, Dhuka said that the river flows forward and history does the same. As a lawyer, she said …
TIRANA, August 11 – Albanian Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha responded on Tuesday to Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Duric’s statement on the Ibër River. Hoxha stressed the need for dialogue, trust and practical cooperation in the region. Hoxha welcomed the calmer tone of Duric’s closing message. He …
TIRANA, August 11 – Velipoja Beach remains one of Albania’s most popular summer destinations. The beach stretches for more than 14 km and attracts large numbers of domestic and foreign visitors this season. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the Velipoja coastline on social media today. He highlighted the …
TIRANA, August 11 – Shkodër will host the second edition of the Youth Wave Festival on August 12. The event marks International Youth Day and will take place in front of the “Republika” Cinema. Shkodër Municipality said the festival will bring temporary parking and traffic restrictions in the area. Parking …
TIRANA, August 11 – The Kosova Chamber of Commerce and Industry has expressed concern over delays in constituting parliament and forming the government. The chamber warned that the lack of functioning institutions is creating uncertainty and causing further damage to the economy and local businesses. The chamber called on parliamentary …
TIRANA, August 11 – Albania ranks first worldwide in the National Cyber Security Index (NCSI), with 98.33 points. Prime Minister Edi Rama announced the ranking today. He said Albania has moved from being the target of one of the most serious cyber attacks against a NATO member to becoming a …
TIRANA, August 11 – A fire has reignited in Drenie, Mallakastër, on Tuesday. The flames have spread in the northern part of the fire zone towards Drenie village. The National Civil Protection Agency said 2 Air Tractor aircraft are fighting the fire from the air. On the ground, 5 firefighting …
TIRANA, August 11 – The European Union has called for restraint over statements about a possible change to the Ibër River’s flow. It also called for actions that do not serve the normalization of relations between Kosova and Serbia to be avoided. A European Commission spokesperson said on August 11 …
TIRANA, August 11 – The European Union and Albania have deepened cooperation on security and defence through their Security and Defence Partnership. The partnership focuses on common challenges and threats. The EU Delegation in Albania said today’s threats know no borders. It added that security and defence partnerships turn shared …
TIRANA, August 11 – The number of public beach plots and stations has increased significantly this summer. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said 1,689 public plots are available in 2026. Last year, the figure stood at 1,014. According to data from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and …