Balla to Young Albanians in North Macedonia: The Albanian Language Is Not Negotiable
Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla met with young Albanians from North Macedonia and stressed the importance of protecting Albanian language rights. He stated that Albanians in North Macedonia are a state-forming nation, not an ethnic minority. Therefore, the right to education and the use of the Albanian language …
Rama: Revival of Korça’s French High School Discussed with Macron
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that the revival of the French High School in Korça was among the projects discussed with French President Emmanuel Macron during their meeting in Paris. The project is a joint initiative between the Albanian and French governments. It aims to create a regional center of …
Albania Signs Energy Agreement with ENI to Study National Oil and Gas Capacity
Albania and Italy signed a memorandum of understanding in Tirana to strengthen cooperation in the energy sector. The agreement focuses on improving energy security and developing strategic hydrocarbon supply capacities. Prime Minister Edi Rama, Economy Minister Delina Ibrahimaj, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi, and senior Italian representatives attended the …
Winning Project Announced for the New University Campus “Aleksandër Moisiu” in Durrës
The international competition for the new campus of Aleksandër Moisiu University in Durrës has concluded with the announcement of the winning design. First, the jury selected the winning consortium, 51N4E with JESHILE Landscape Design. Next, the process ended a strong competition involving 41 Albanian and international teams. Moreover, five finalist …
Lamallari holds meeting with Dutch counterpart in The Hague: Albania–Netherlands agreement on security and law enforcement
Albanian Minister of Interior Besfort Lamallari is on an official visit to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. There, he met with his counterpart, Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel, in The Hague. First, the two ministers focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in security. They also discussed law enforcement …
Memorandum on Creating Hydrocarbons Operator Signed: Rama Says Strategic Oil Reserve Will Be Secured
The Government of Albania and the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A. signed a memorandum of understanding in Tirana today. The agreement focuses on a feasibility study for creating national capacity for the supply and storage of oil and gas products. First, the initiative aims to strengthen energy security. It also …
Strengthening Albania–Greece Economic Cooperation
The Albanian and Greek institutions are strengthening economic cooperation through new bilateral engagement in Athens. First, a delegation from the Albanian Investment Development Agency, led by Executive Director Laura Plaku, participated in the Albania–Greece Economic Forum and B2B meetings in Athens. In addition, the delegation held a bilateral meeting with …
Rama to Bloomberg: Strategic tourism projects will continue despite protests
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that the government will not withdraw its support for two luxury resort projects linked to an investment firm associated with Jared Kushner, despite ongoing daily protests. First, Rama stated in written comments to Bloomberg that his government will continue its tourism development strategy. He emphasized …
Rama Presents the “Aleksandër Moisiu” Campus Project in Durrës: It Is a Result of the Student Protests’ Demands
Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Tuesday to attend the presentation of the final proposals from the International Competition for the New “Aleksandër Moisiu” University Campus. During his remarks, Rama said the project is a direct outcome of the demands raised during the 2018 student protests. “This is …
Rama Presents the “Aleksandër Moisiu” Campus Project in Durrës: It Is a Result of the Student Protests’ Demands
Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Tuesday to attend the presentation of the final proposals from the International Competition for the New “Aleksandër Moisiu” University Campus. During his remarks, Rama said the project is a direct outcome of the demands raised during the 2018 student protests. “This is …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ Prime Minister Edi Rama today published a video from the village of Gosnisht, in Përmet, where the Jashari family has established a business dedicated to grape cultivation and the production of alcoholic beverages. Through footage shared on social media, Rama showcases the Jashari family’s business, located …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ The Tirana Marathon is holding its tenth edition today. In connection with the event, which will take place along the city’s main streets, Tirana Municipality, in cooperation with the State Police, has drawn up a traffic management plan involving road closures and diversions. Restrictions on vehicle …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ The situation in Shkodër is gradually returning to normal after heavy rainfall, with the Theth–Ndëlysaj road passable for 4×4 and heavy vehicles as debris clearance continues. In Malësi e Madhe Municipality, water levels in the Përroi i Thatë stream near Kamicë village, in the Qendër Administrative …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ Just four kilometres beyond Tepelenë, along the national road towards Gjirokastër, a turn-off leads to the village of Luzat, a hidden natural gem in one of Albania’s most beautiful yet largely unexplored areas. The village’s historic quarter, characterised by picturesque old houses set against mountains rising more …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ Health and Social Welfare Minister Klodiana Spahiu paid a visit today to the “Hannah and Rozafa” Infant Home to assess the care services available to children, the conditions they live in and the work of the institution’s staff. She underlined the importance of advancing the deinstitutionalisation reform …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ The tenth edition of the Tirana Marathon got underway today at 08:00, bringing together around 5,800 participants in one of the capital’s largest sporting events. The Albanian Telegraphic Agency (ATA) brings footage capturing the atmosphere and participation in the marathon. This year’s new addition is a …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ The Bulgarian folk ensemble “Carevo” performed in Tirana on Saturday, presenting a programme of traditional songs, music and dances. The concert was performed at the Cultural Centre of the Orthodox Cathedral and organised by the Bulgarian Embassy in Albania to mark the Day of the National …
TIRANA, Nov 15 /ATA/ Albanian runner Luiza Gega emerged victorious in the full 42-kilometre race at the Tirana Marathon, finishing in 2 hours, 35 minutes and 35 seconds. Gega also secured the top prize of €5,000 at the event’s tenth edition, which attracted around 5,800 participants. The marathon kicked off …
TIRANA, Nov 14 /ATA/ – The Customs Administration collected 207 billion leks in revenue in the January-October period of 2026, an increase of 7.6 billion leks compared with the same period a year earlier, official data showed on Saturday. The figure marks the highest customs revenue recorded for the first …
TIRANA, Nov 14 /ATA/ – Main opposition Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha has called on opposition forces to unite behind joint candidates in the upcoming local elections. Speaking during an online exchange with citizens on Saturday, Berisha said guidelines setting out the procedures for selecting candidates for mayoral positions had …