Government Transfers State Properties for Two Major Investment Projects in Palasë
The Council of Ministers has approved the transfer of state-owned properties to the Albanian Investment Corporation for the development of two projects in Palasë: the “Public Services Center Palasë” and “Copëzat”. The decision enables the Albanian Investment Corporation to act as the developer of state properties on behalf of the …
President Begaj: Strategic partnership with United States a cornerstone of foreign and security policy
TIRANA, May 6 – President Bajram Begaj attended the ceremony marking 25 years of cooperation between the Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard. The event took place at the Land Force Command in Zall Herr. Meanwhile, senior defence officials joined the ceremony. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays also …
Prime Minister Rama at Tribute Ceremony: Servet Pëllumbi Will Remain a Reference Point in the History of Change
*]: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=”0af0416d-2ce5-4a23-b5c4-be2969589642″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-9″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the farewell tributes for Servet Pëllumbi, which were held in the hall of the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] 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:35fffbfa-013d-412b-bc0c-4eb2743af375-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Rama bowed before the coffin, …
Servet Pëllumbi Laid to Rest with Tributes and Honors
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] 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:35fffbfa-013d-412b-bc0c-4eb2743af375-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Former Speaker of Parliament Servet Pëllumbi was laid to rest following tribute ceremonies held in his honor at the premises of the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. Hundreds of people attended the final honors for the well-known socialist …
Petition with Over 200,000 Signatures for Former KLA Leaders Reaches The Hague, Says Hysni Gucati
*]: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=”77dbc973-b507-4161-ab2d-4292ef43e4e8″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-19″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The chairman of the Kosovo Liberation Army War Veterans Organization, Hysni Gucati, has submitted to the Special Court a petition containing more than 200,000 signatures calling for the release of former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army. *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars …
AADF and Ministry of Education Sign Agreement to Improve Educational Services in Albania
The Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) and the Ministry of Education signed today a cooperation agreement marking an important step toward reforming Albania’s educational services system through the establishment and strengthening of the National Agency for Educational Services (AKSHA). The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for administering national examinations …
Kosovo Ombudsperson Sends Letter to International Officials: Concerns Raised Over Standards at the Specialist Chambers
Kosovo’s Ombudsperson, Naim Qelaj, has sent a letter to the financing states of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers, including the United States and other partner countries, forwarding the report titled “Preliminary Assessment of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers” prepared by the British organization Bar Human Rights Committee of England and Wales(BHRC), along …
U.S. Embassy in Tirana Shares Post: American Artists Joined Albanians for “America Week”
*]: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=”2775d8ee-9a7d-4663-9486-c1a3a3ff393f” data-testid=”conversation-turn-17″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The Embassy of the United States in Tirana has shared a post announcing that American Corner Tirana welcomed the modern music group Flagship as part of the launch of “America Week.” *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] 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:35fffbfa-013d-412b-bc0c-4eb2743af375-8″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-18″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” …
Holding Banners in Their Hands, Durrës Residents March in Protest Toward City Hall: “Two Young Lives Were Lost”
Residents of Durrës began a protest march this Wednesday toward the city hall in response to the tragic accident in which two minors lost their lives. Residents from the area where the accident occurred, along with other citizens, joined the march, which started just minutes earlier. The protest began at …
“Pass the Vetting First, Then Meet Me,” Rama Says at the World Law Congress
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] 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:35fffbfa-013d-412b-bc0c-4eb2743af375-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke this Wednesday at the World Law Congress, where he awarded the title of “Doctor Honoris Causa” to several distinguished academics and public figures. During his speech, Rama also shared an episode involving Ricardo Hausmann, …
Taulant Balla supports Albanian students protesting in North Macedonia. He posts on social media. He backs their demand. Students want the bar exam in Albanian. Balla says the request is legitimate. He says the constitution already recognizes this right. Yet, it is not applied in practice. He calls for action. …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met today Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi. They first met in Tirana. Later, they continued talks in Durrës. Both sides confirmed strong relations. They also confirmed mutual trust and a strong partnership. Hoxha said both …
Opposition MPs Ina Zhupa and Ivi Kaso meet today with Scott Bates. They discuss with the National Democratic Institute director for Europe. Zhupa leads the discussion. She focuses on transparency. She pushes for inclusion. She demands stronger Parliament oversight. The MPs raise concerns. They highlight challenges facing the opposition. They …
The Embassy of the United States in Albania honors 13 Albanian employees who retire after more than 25 years of service. The embassy holds a ceremony. It invites colleagues and family members. It recognizes long service and dedication. Nancy VanHorn presents U.S. flags to the retirees. She thanks them for …
Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi meets today with Scott Bates. They discuss cooperation between the Assembly of Albania and the National Democratic Institute. Peleshi focuses on transparency. He emphasizes accountability. He pushes for modernization of parliamentary processes. Both sides highlight long-term cooperation. They strengthen the Parliamentary Institute as a success …
Prime Minister Edi Rama is on an official visit to the Republic of South Korea (May 17–21). His wife, Linda Rama, and an official delegation accompany him. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation between the two countries. It also seeks to expand partnership in development, technology, and innovation. Rama arrives …
President Bajram Begaj met today with Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi. They discussed relations between Albania and Qatar. Begaj praised strong ties between the two countries. He highlighted good cooperation and called for stronger political and economic relations. He also supported increased Qatari …
The European Union supports Albania and Kosovo in improving plant production and plant health monitoring through the “EU4Trade” project. As part of the initiative, inspectors from the General Directorate of Plant Protection and regional veterinary and plant protection authorities from both countries met in Prizren over the weekend. They attend …
President Bajram Begaj meets today participants of the High Course on Security and Defence at the Albanian Armed Forces College. Representatives from security institutions and allied countries attend the meeting. These include Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, Italy, Hungary, Croatia, Kosovo, Poland, and Jordan. Begaj praises the course. He highlights cooperation among …
Socialist Party MP Pirro Vengu supports Albanian students protesting in North Macedonia. He praises the protest. He calls it peaceful and civic. He describes it as a European example. Vengu says students defend the Albanian language in professional exams. He says they show strong civic energy. He states that the …