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Ibrahimaj: €60 Million Youth Guarantee to Support 10,000 Jobs in 2027

Albania plans to help 10,000 young people find jobs in 2027 through its Youth Guarantee Programme. To support this goal, the government has allocated nearly €60 million, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said. Speaking to Euronews Albania, Ibrahimaj explained that the government developed the programme in cooperation with the …

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Rama Meets Young Man with Disability, Calls for Peaceful Dialogue

Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared footage of his meeting with a young man with a disability, describing him as “a special visitor with no stones in his pockets, but with his heart in the right place.” In a social media post, Rama said the young man had contacted him …

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Albania Approves Gaza Stabilisation Force Agreement in Principle

Albania’s Council of Ministers has approved in principle an agreement on the country’s participation in the International Stabilization Force in Gaza. The agreement involves the Republic of Albania, represented by the Council of Ministers, and the Board of Peace. The government approved it at Wednesday’s meeting following a proposal from …

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Mehdi Frashëri’s Government Promised Liberal Reforms in Albania

Albania formed a government led by Mehdi Frashëri 91 years ago, promising a programme of liberal reforms aimed at modernising the country. King Zog’s appointment of Frashëri as prime minister received a positive response in the press at the time. His cabinet included figures educated at leading Western universities. Frashëri …

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“Mulberry House” Opens in Drenova to Preserve Albania’s Traditional Brandy-Making

Drenova has opened “Mulberry House,” a new space dedicated to the village’s traditional production of mulberry brandy. Korçë Mayor Sotiraq Filo announced the initiative, which forms part of the “Flavours of the Region” project, a partnership between the Albanian Development Fund and Korçë Municipality. The project aims to create new …

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ISUV Expands Laboratory Testing, Adds EU Labs for Confirmatory Analyses

Albania’s Council of Ministers has approved changes to the organisation and operation of the Food Safety and Veterinary Institute (ISUV) to strengthen laboratory capacity and improve controls over veterinary health, food safety and plant health. Under the decision, ISUV will conduct laboratory tests under national programmes, sectoral strategies, monitoring plans, …

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National Cyber Security Authority: Two Critical Vulnerabilities Threaten the Security of Websites and Web Applications

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) issued a warning on Wednesday to institutions, businesses and system administrators regarding two critical vulnerabilities affecting websites and web applications. According to the announcement, these vulnerabilities could allow unauthorized individuals to execute code remotely, directly threatening the security of systems and data. Full statement: …

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Student Protests: Young Protesters Announce Next Rally Outside Parliament Tomorrow at 9:00 AM

After spending several hours outside the Prime Minister’s Office, protesters marched towards Skanderbeg Square, where they continued chanting slogans against the government. Upon arriving at the square, the young protesters announced that they would gather again tomorrow at 9:00 AM outside Parliament, coinciding with the scheduled plenary session. They also …

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Albania’s Students Demand the Fall of Rama and an End to Corruption

A wave of student protests have swept Albania over the last week and escalated into clashes with police. BIRN spoke with some of the protesters to hear what brought them into the streets. Original post Here

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Albania sends first helicopter contingent to NATO mission in Kosova

Albania is expanding its contribution to NATO operations. For the first time, a helicopter contingent will join the KFOR mission in Kosova. Thirteen members of the Albanian Armed Forces will serve at the US military base of Camp Bondsteel. A farewell ceremony at Farka Air Base marked their departure. Defence …

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Jailed Albanian Mayor Accuses PM of Sending Threats Via Minister

The jailed Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, accused Prime Minister Edi Rama had demanded his resignation as relation between two old political friends further deteriorate. Original post Here

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Unsettled weather brings rain and mountain snow, with temperatures of 4–19°C

Albania will see unsettled weather on Tuesday, with moderate to dense cloud cover and occasional clear spells. Temperatures will range from 4°C in Dibër to 19°C in Berat and Saranda, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Light, intermittent rain and brief thunderstorms are expected across most of the country from …

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Save Youth platform helps students report school bullying

A new online platform called Save Youth aims to simplify reports of bullying, harassment and violence in schools. Students conceived the initiative. The Agency for Innovation developed the platform, with the Centre for the Prevention of Juvenile and Youth Crime acting as intermediary. The platform was presented at Sevasti Qiriazi …

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American travel outlet Travelbinger presents a 10-day budget trip to Albania

American travel outlet Travelbinger, in an article by Marco Kopinke, outlines how visitors can explore Albania on a limited budget without sacrificing comfort. The guide examines whether travellers can manage a 10-day stay on approximately $28 per day. The article covers accommodation, food, transport and sightseeing costs. It recommends shared …

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Deputy PM Koçiu: Albania records 32 million cyberattack attempts in nine months

Albania recorded nearly 32 million cyberattack attempts against its digital infrastructure during the first nine months of 2026. Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the average reached 81 attempts per minute at the National Cybersecurity Conference. She stressed that cybersecurity protects public services, state operations and citizens’ trust. Koçiu also …

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Dinamo snatch a late draw against Vora

Dinamo and Vora shared the points after a 2-2 draw in the 10th round of Albania’s Abissnet Superiore championship. The decisive goal came in the final seconds of the match. Vora, playing at home under coach Arian Bellai, took the lead in the 13th minute through Brajan Gjyla. However, Dinamo …

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Four NATO warships arrive in Vlora for joint naval exercises

Four NATO warships arrived at the port of Vlora on November 2 for joint activities with the Albanian Naval Force. The group includes two German ships, one Italian ship and one Spanish ship. The vessels will remain in the Bay of Vlora until November 6. Their programme includes port visits …

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EU deputy ambassador highlights cybersecurity support and Albania’s integration progress

European Union Deputy Ambassador to Albania Andre Rico reaffirmed the bloc’s support for strengthening the country’s cybersecurity framework. Speaking at the 2026 National Cybersecurity Conference, he described cyber protection as essential to national security, economic security and stability. Rico warned that cyber threats against the European Union and its member …

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Albanian prime minister to meet NATO chief Mark Rutte in Brussels

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is due to meet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte today at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels. NATO confirmed the meeting in its official schedule. The two officials have met several times before to discuss Albania’s cooperation with NATO, security in the Western Balkans and the …

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Czech prime minister reaffirms support for Albania’s European Union membership

Albanian Assembly Speaker Niko Peleshi met Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis in Prague at the end of his official visit to the Czech Republic. Their talks focused on bilateral relations and Albania’s European Union accession process. Peleshi welcomed Czech support for Albania’s membership bid and for EU enlargement in the …

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Jailed Albanian Mayor Accuses PM of Sending Threats Via Minister

The jailed Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, accused Prime Minister Edi Rama had demanded his resignation as relation between two old political friends further deteriorate. Original post Here

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Unsettled weather brings rain and mountain snow, with temperatures of 4–19°C

Albania will see unsettled weather on Tuesday, with moderate to dense cloud cover and occasional clear spells. Temperatures will range from 4°C in Dibër to 19°C in Berat and Saranda, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Light, intermittent rain and brief thunderstorms are expected across most of the country from …

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Save Youth platform helps students report school bullying

A new online platform called Save Youth aims to simplify reports of bullying, harassment and violence in schools. Students conceived the initiative. The Agency for Innovation developed the platform, with the Centre for the Prevention of Juvenile and Youth Crime acting as intermediary. The platform was presented at Sevasti Qiriazi …

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American travel outlet Travelbinger presents a 10-day budget trip to Albania

American travel outlet Travelbinger, in an article by Marco Kopinke, outlines how visitors can explore Albania on a limited budget without sacrificing comfort. The guide examines whether travellers can manage a 10-day stay on approximately $28 per day. The article covers accommodation, food, transport and sightseeing costs. It recommends shared …

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Deputy PM Koçiu: Albania records 32 million cyberattack attempts in nine months

Albania recorded nearly 32 million cyberattack attempts against its digital infrastructure during the first nine months of 2026. Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the average reached 81 attempts per minute at the National Cybersecurity Conference. She stressed that cybersecurity protects public services, state operations and citizens’ trust. Koçiu also …

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Dinamo snatch a late draw against Vora

Dinamo and Vora shared the points after a 2-2 draw in the 10th round of Albania’s Abissnet Superiore championship. The decisive goal came in the final seconds of the match. Vora, playing at home under coach Arian Bellai, took the lead in the 13th minute through Brajan Gjyla. However, Dinamo …

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Four NATO warships arrive in Vlora for joint naval exercises

Four NATO warships arrived at the port of Vlora on November 2 for joint activities with the Albanian Naval Force. The group includes two German ships, one Italian ship and one Spanish ship. The vessels will remain in the Bay of Vlora until November 6. Their programme includes port visits …

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EU deputy ambassador highlights cybersecurity support and Albania’s integration progress

European Union Deputy Ambassador to Albania Andre Rico reaffirmed the bloc’s support for strengthening the country’s cybersecurity framework. Speaking at the 2026 National Cybersecurity Conference, he described cyber protection as essential to national security, economic security and stability. Rico warned that cyber threats against the European Union and its member …

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Albanian prime minister to meet NATO chief Mark Rutte in Brussels

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is due to meet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte today at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels. NATO confirmed the meeting in its official schedule. The two officials have met several times before to discuss Albania’s cooperation with NATO, security in the Western Balkans and the …

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Czech prime minister reaffirms support for Albania’s European Union membership

Albanian Assembly Speaker Niko Peleshi met Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis in Prague at the end of his official visit to the Czech Republic. Their talks focused on bilateral relations and Albania’s European Union accession process. Peleshi welcomed Czech support for Albania’s membership bid and for EU enlargement in the …