Mostly clear skies with light mountain showers and temperatures up to 20°C
Albania will experience mostly stable weather today, with generally clear skies. By midday, temporary patches of cloud will develop over the eastern mountain areas. According to the Military Meteorological Service, isolated light rain is expected in these areas, with light snowfall on mountain peaks. Winds will blow from the north-northeast …
British outlet Rest Less ranks Albania among Europe’s most affordable holiday destinations
British media outlet Rest Less, in an article by Selene Nelson, has included Albania among 14 of Europe’s most affordable destinations for travellers on a budget. The article highlights the Albanian Riviera, with its attractive beaches and clear blue waters. It names Dhërmi and Ksamil among the country’s popular coastal …
KO Film Fest Brings 100 Short Films from 40 Countries to Korçë
Korçë has become a meeting point for international cinema as the 13th edition of KO Film Fest opens, bringing 100 short films from 40 countries to the southeastern Albanian city over six days. The festival will screen films at Majestik Cinema and the Digital Arts Gallery (GAD), bringing together diverse …
Tropoja chestnut festival supports local businesses and exports
Tropoja’s Chestnut Festival brings together growers and processors to promote local production and expand access to foreign markets. Traditional music and performances by the Dardania ensemble mark the start of the event, which continues into the evening. The festival showcases fresh chestnuts and related products, including honey and traditional dishes …
Rama: Durrës Overhauls Its Main Gateway
Durrës’ main entrance has undergone a major transformation following the reconstruction of Adria Street, improving access and creating more space for pedestrians and cyclists. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the renovated road on social media. The project features new sidewalks, bicycle lanes, modern lighting, road signs and green …
Rama Tells Kathimerini He Won’t Resign, Accuses Minority of “Setting the Country on Fire”
Prime Minister Edi Rama has ruled out resigning despite weeks of protests in Tirana, telling Greek newspaper Kathimerini that governments change through elections, not violence. Rama acknowledged young people’s concerns about education, corruption and the cost of living. He said these issues demand concrete solutions and pledged additional measures for …
Hoxha Tells EU Ambassadors Peaceful Protest Is a Fundamental Right, Violence Is Unacceptable
Europe and Foreign Affairs Minister Ferit Hoxha has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to democratic freedoms, stressing that peaceful protest is a fundamental right but violence and vandalism have no place in political expression. Hoxha made the remarks during a meeting with ambassadors of European Union member states in Albania on …
Malaj: Albania’s Inflation Hits 2.9% in September, Below EU Average
Albania recorded an annual inflation rate of 2.9% in September, below the European Union average, Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said, pointing to the resilience of the country’s economy amid price pressures. In a social media post, Malaj highlighted measures the government has introduced to monitor prices and protect household purchasing …
Alfred Uçi Remembered as Founder of Albania’s School of Aesthetic Studies
The Academy of Sciences of Albania has commemorated academician Alfred Uçi, a leading philosopher, aesthetician and cultural thinker who helped shape Albania’s school of aesthetic studies. The tribute marks 10 years since his death on Oct. 26, 2016. Born in Korçë on Dec. 12, 1930, Uçi studied philosophy at Moscow’s …
250 Recruits Begin Basic Training to Join Albania’s Armed Forces
A total of 250 recruits, including 28 women, have begun Basic Individual Training as they take their first steps toward military careers in the Albanian Armed Forces. At a send-off ceremony at the “Skënderbej” Garrison in Tirana, Defense Minister Ermal Nufi praised the recruits for choosing to serve their country. …
By Genc Pollo TIRANA, Albania – On November 4, as every year, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos presented the European Commission’s progress reports on the ten countries aspiring to European Union membership before the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET). She outlined the Commission’s assessment of each country …
Ergys Agasi started out as a young inspector at Albania’s environment ministry. Over the next decade, he accrued businesses, properties and influence within the highest echelons of government. His arrest begs the question: how did he rise so far, so fast? Original post Here
The Military Meteorological Service forecasts stable weather on Friday, with clear skies along the coast and across the Western Lowlands. Eastern mountainous areas will see sunny spells and variable cloud cover, occasionally becoming dense. Northeasterly to northwesterly winds will average 4 metres per second. Speeds may reach 8 metres per …
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha met Romanian Senate President Mircea Abrudean in Bucharest during a working visit. They reaffirmed the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries. Both stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral relations through parliamentary cooperation and parliamentary diplomacy. Their discussions also covered Albania’s path towards European …
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha met Romanian Prime Minister Luca Niculescu in Bucharest during his working visit. They discussed strengthening the partnership between the two NATO allies and their shared European future. Hoxha said the talks focused on expanding bilateral economic cooperation and investment. They also discussed closer coordination on challenges …
Albania has made good progress in aligning its business legislation with European Union standards, according to the European Commission’s 2026 report. The country has reached a good level of preparation in company law, covered by Chapter 6, with advances in business registration, financial transparency and auditing. Among the key developments, …
Travel and Tour World reports that Albania has attracted around €1.14 billion in foreign investment, highlighting opportunities in tourism, real estate, construction and hospitality. Tirana is emerging as a key centre for hotel and property development. Along the coast, Durrës, Vlora, Saranda and Ksamil offer opportunities in accommodation, restaurants and …
Tirana will host the second European Union–Western Balkans Investment Forum on 25–26 November 2026. The event will bring together key political, financial and economic stakeholders to explore investment opportunities and strengthen regional cooperation. The forum returns to Tirana after its first edition, aiming to attract new investment, build strategic partnerships …
TIRANA, November 6 /ATSH/ – Minister of Justice Toni Gogu held a meeting in Podgorica with Minister of Public Administration of Montenegro Marash Dukaj. The two officials discussed the digitalization of public services, cybersecurity and the modernization of public administration. Gogu described the meeting as a friendly conversation, noting Dukaj’s …
TIRANA, November 6/ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama has issued another call for students to join the negotiating table, placing a stone table—symbolizing a traditional communal dining surface—in front of the Prime Minister’s Office, along with invitations bearing the word “Dialogue.” Meanwhile, the youth protest continues, with students sharing differing …