Rama: Croatia is an example and a source of encouragement in our process towards the EU
Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, during his official visit to Croatia, expressed about some of the topics he discussed with his counterpart Petkovic. “Croatia is an example and a source of encouragement in our process of walking towards EU membership. Croatia is an example of success, recently also with …
Tensions in North Kosovo/ Rama demands sanctions for Serbia
During the official visit to Croatia, Prime Minister Edi Rama analyzed the recent tensions in the north of Kosovo and the killing of the Kosovo Police officer by a group of armed Serbs. He called for the EU to apply punitive measures and sanctions to Serbia. The head of the …
PM Rama’s message on breast cancer awareness month
Prime Minister Edi Rama started this Monday with the annual call to women and girls to take some time and take care of themselves by doing the necessary checks to prevent unwanted health surprises. “GOOD MORNING, and with the annual call every #PinkOctober to all women and girls to take …
New academic year launched in Albania’s universities
In all universities of Albania, the new academic year has kicked this Monday. According to the data, there are about 20,000 students who sit for the first time in university auditoriums. Students this year were registered in two rounds. First round took place from September 29-11, while the second round …
Rector: 2023-2024 academic year related to Albania’s EU integration
Rector of the University of Tirana, Artan Hoxha has held this Monday a press conference, on the occasion of the launch of the 2023-2024 academic year. In his speech, Hoxha said that this year starts with a new dynamic, which is also related to the process of Albania’s integration into …
Lushnja ex-prosecutor was marked to be killed by Laert Haxhia’s hang
Police of Lushnja have taken the former prosecutor of Lushnja under protection, as revealed this Monday. Merita Selimi, whose name emerged from the testimony of Artan Tafan, who stated that he was one of the people who could be executed by Laert Haxhiu’s group. Meanwhile, at the request of the …
Man who killed Albanian wife commits suicide
The ex-husband of Klodiana Vefa, the 37-year-old who was executed with a bullet to the head last Thursday evening (September 28) in Castelfiorentino, in the province of Florence, was found dead. Alfred Vefa, who is the suspected perpetrator of the crime, whom the police had been looking for for about …
About 29,000 euros seized in Rinas
The police have investigated two cases of non-declaration of money at Rinas airport and have made it possible to seize 28,840 euros and 1,900 dollars. The police announce that, as a result, a 36-year-old Turkish man was criminally prosecuted after he did not declare 17,020 euros while entering the Republic …
A 18-year-old detained for cultivating 102 cannabis plants
The police have arrested an 18-year-old, who is suspected of being the man responsible of 102 cannabis plants discovered in May of this year in the forest of Panahor village in Mallakastër. It is learned that the investigations continue for the complete documentation of this case and other cases of …
Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted the Kantina Arbëri winery. He said it has represented Albanian wine in international markets for 25 years. The family-run business in Mirditë produces autochthonous wines. International media have rated its wines highly and increased its global visibility. Rama said public support helped expand the investment. …
TIRANA, April 29 – The Price Transparency Board has set new ceiling prices for petroleum products. The new prices enter into force today at 11:30. The board approves the decision at its latest meeting. It lowers the retail price of standard diesel (SSH EN 590) to a maximum of 203 …
TIRANA, April 29 – Following the Thursday’s government meeting, Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro presented the latest decisions at a press conference. She said European Union integration remains a key priority for Albania. In this context, she announced that the budget for scientific research has tripled. Kumbaro stated that the …
TIRANA, April 29 – Finance Minister Petrit Malaj presented three key developments following the government meeting, focusing on fiscal reforms, international agreements, and foreign investment growth. He said the process of debt cancellation and fiscal reconciliation will begin within May. He explained that secondary legislation is in its final stage. …
TIRANA, April 29 – Following a government meeting, Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro presents new decisions. She focuses on the “After School” programme. She says the initiative has developed in different formats for over a decade. She adds that the programme will now expand further to give students more opportunities. …
Blendi Gonxhja highlights transformation of Durrës museum Blendi Gonxhja said the Archaeological Museum of Durrës now displays over 3,200 artefacts. He added that the museum presents Albania’s ancient history in modern, restructured pavillions. Moreover, he said new technologies allow visitors to experience a “journey through time.” In addition, he emphasized …
Vlorë looks like a spring postcard at the end of April. The city combines clear blue skies with calm seas. Although the beach season has not officially started, visitors continue to arrive. They enjoy the sunshine and even swim in the sea. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a photo from …
TIRANA, April 29 – A cooperation agreement between Italian company Fincantieri and company KAYO marks a step toward the modernization of the Albanian Armed Forces. The project focuses on the construction of military vessels in the Vlora Bay Naval Base naval base. The agreement establishes a new company that will …
TIRANA, April 29 – The acting Mayor of Tirana, Anuela Ristani, meets emergency structures, municipal police, and fire service teams. The meeting follows a fire in an apartment building in the “Farmacia 10” area, where 71 apartments burned. Ristani praises the coordinated response of all structures. She says the quick …
TIRANA, April 29 – The National Museum of Photography “Marubi” joins Rete Fotografia, an international network based in Milan that brings together institutions and organisations active in the field of photography. The museum describes the membership as an important development for Albanian photography. It highlights new opportunities for international visibility …