Rama: Socialist Party Brought Stability and Moved Albania Closer to the EU
Prime Minister Edi Rama said the Socialist Party guaranteed stability and brought Albania closer to the European Union over the past 35 years. Speaking at the anniversary event in Durrës, Rama called the milestone an important moment for reflection and celebration. He thanked party members for their contribution through the …
Malaj: Stronger Business Dialogue Key to Competitiveness and Formalization
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj met tourism businesses in Durrës on Monday to discuss sector challenges and cooperation with tax authorities. Malaj said stronger dialogue with businesses remains essential to improve competitiveness and further formalize the tourism sector. He added that these efforts will bring more value to Albania’s economy. He …
Balla Meets Law Students: European Integration Enters Decisive Phase
Taulant Balla met law students from European Law Students’ Association in Tirana on Sunday. The meeting took place within the National Council for European Integration. Balla said Albania has entered a decisive stage in the EU integration process. He pointed to the upcoming 8th Intergovernmental Conference with the European Union …
Nufi Meets Dendias: Focus on Cooperation and Regional Security
Ermal Nufi met Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias in Tirana on Monday. The two ministers discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in defence and security. They agreed to continue close dialogue between the two countries. They reaffirmed support for stability in the Western Balkans. They described regional security as a strategic priority …
Tourist Numbers Increase by 8.8%: More Than 700,000 Foreign Visitors Entered Albania in April
Albania continues to record growth in entries and exits across its territory during the month of April. According to data published by INSTAT, more than 1.4 million Albanian and foreign citizens entered the country in April 2026, marking an increase compared to the same period a year earlier. The data …
Draft Decision Introduced: Disposal of Recyclable Waste in Landfills to Be Prohibited
A new draft decision “On Waste Landfills” aims to change the way waste is disposed of and treated in Albania. The proposal, which has been opened for public consultation, introduces restrictions on the types of waste that may end up in landfills. The document sets out new rules for the …
Ermal Nufi Welcomes Greek Counterpart: Albania a Key Factor in Promoting Regional Stability and Security
*]: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=”762cd7f5-9338-4a38-b9ad-0f4c25e80541″ data-turn-id-container=”762cd7f5-9338-4a38-b9ad-0f4c25e80541″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-3″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi welcomed his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias, with the meeting focusing on strengthening bilateral Albania–Greece cooperation and continuing close dialogue in the fields of defense and security. *]: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:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-1″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” …
Minister Hoxha on Official Visit to Lithuania, Security and EU Integration in Focus
*]: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=”e8795331-b50a-429b-a47d-15476a7de310″ data-turn-id-container=”e8795331-b50a-429b-a47d-15476a7de310″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-11″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Ferit Hoxha, Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, paid an official visit to Lithuania this Monday. *]: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:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Earlier today, Hoxha was received in Vilnius by his Lithuanian counterpart, Kęstutis Budrys, …
Rama in Durrës: Today’s Albania Is the Result of the Socialist Party’s Work
*]: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:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> *]: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:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Monday afternoon for an event marking the opening of a series of meetings with socialists for the 35th anniversary of the Socialist …
Rama: Tomorrow Marks the Opening of the Final Phase of EU Negotiations, Albania Is Ready
*]: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=”cbe2db65-f8e7-466b-b4bc-212058fdd5b3″ data-turn-id-container=”cbe2db65-f8e7-466b-b4bc-212058fdd5b3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-15″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama declared that Albania is closer than ever to the European Union. Speaking from Durrës during the 35th anniversary celebration of the Socialist Party of Albania in the city, Rama stated that starting tomorrow, the process of …
Roland Sejko’s documentary “Film di Stato” (“State Film”) has been selected as Albania’s entry for the 2027 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. The film draws on an extensive collection of archival material. Through historical footage and images, it tells the story of Albania during the communist …
Prime Minister Edi Rama discussed Albania’s economic growth and tourism targets during a meeting with members of the Albanian community in Staten Island, New York. Rama said Albania has undergone significant economic transformation over the past decades. He also linked this progress to the contribution of the Albanian diaspora. “The …
Three young Albanians have returned from abroad and chosen to build their professional futures in their home country. Their stories, ranging from tourism to medicinal and aromatic plants, featured in the “Flasim” podcast with Prime Minister Edi Rama. The three entrepreneurs all share a similar journey. They left Albania, gained …
Wizz Air brought a group of travellers, content creators and media representatives from Warsaw to Albania with its mystery “Let’s Get Lost” flight. The participants discovered their destination only after they landed at Tirana International Airport. Tirana International Airport “Nënë Tereza” announced the initiative on social media. The airport said …
The Albanian Parliament will host the Inter-Parliamentary Conference “A Strategic Agenda for EU Enlargement and Albania’s Accession” tomorrow, Sept. 28, in Tirana. The conference will bring together representatives of Albanian institutions, the European Parliament and parliaments from other European countries. Participants will discuss the EU enlargement process and Albania’s path …
Albania secured their first UEFA Nations League win with a 2-0 victory over Belarus in Group I. A crowd of 18,150 watched the national team claim the win in Italian coach Maran’s first official match in charge. Belarus started strongly and controlled possession early in the game. The visitors held …
Farka Lake, 9.6 kilometers from central Tirana, turned into a sports arena on Sunday as the sixth edition of “Tiranathlon” brought together cycling, running and swimming. The international triathlon attracted sports fans and participants of different ages. They competed across the three disciplines in one of Tirana’s natural settings. This …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, in a video message from Mother Teresa International Airport shortly after returning from the United States, described the measure imposed on the former head of Albania’s State Intelligence Service (SHISH) as extreme. “I have just returned from New York, where, as you know, I represented Albania …
Interest among public administration employees in 0% interest housing loans has significantly exceeded the number of available quotas. By the application deadline, 2,164 applications had been submitted for 300 new home-purchase loans, around seven times the number of expected beneficiaries. The Ministry of Health recorded the highest number of applications, …
Prime Minister Edi Rama responded to opposition demands for explanations regarding the appointment of Vlora Hyseni as head of Albania’s State Intelligence Service (SHISH). In a message from Mother Teresa International Airport, Rama said that Hyseni’s appointment to lead the State Intelligence Service was also based on assessments and references …