Foreign Minister calls for global diaspora “atlas” to map Albanian networks
TIRANA, April 15 – President Bajram Begaj met Kate Forbes, President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, in Tirana. The meeting focused on humanitarian cooperation and emergency response support in Albania. The Presidency said Begaj expressed gratitude for assistance provided during emergency situations in Albania. …
Burned Apartment Building in Tirana: Edi Rama Reacts
This Wednesday, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted to the fire that engulfed an apartment building in a complex in the “Farmacia 10” area of Tirana, an घटना that occurred a day earlier. In his response, the head of government stressed that the damaged building will be fully rebuilt by …
Tourist Ports Law: EU Delegation in Tirana Reacts to Euronews Albania
The European Union Delegation in Albania has reacted to the recent amendments approved by Parliament to the Law “On Tourist Ports in the Republic of Albania,” in a response to Euronews Albania journalist Eksiola Shehu. In its official statement, the EU Delegation said it is aware of the developments and …
Construction Company Arlis Construction Responds After Fire in Tirana Residential Building
The construction company Arlis Construction has officially responded following a fire that engulfed a residential building in the “Farmacia 10” area in Tirana a day earlier. Through a press statement, the company expressed solidarity with the affected residents, emphasizing that it stands by them during this difficult situation and shares …
Transparency Board Lowers Fuel Prices Again, Diesel Drops to 207 Lek per Liter
The Transparency Board has published the new fuel prices. Starting from 13:30 today, diesel will be sold at retail for 207 ALL per liter, while gasoline will be sold at no more than 174 ALL per liter. Full statement: At its meeting on April 15, 2026, the Transparency Board decided: …
Kosovo Bans Import of Sheep and Goats from Albania Due to Disease Outbreak
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development, in coordination with the Food and Veterinary Agency, has imposed a temporary ban on the import of sheep and goats from the entire territory of Albania. The decision comes after confirmed cases of the disease PPR (Peste des Petits Ruminants) in the …
KED Bars Alaudin Malaj from Candidacy for Member of the Constitutional Court
The Justice Appointments Council (KED) has officially decided to bar Alaudin Malaj from running for the position of judge at the Constitutional Court. The decision is related to the vacant position announced by the Institution of the President of the Republic on October 31, 2025. “The Justice Appointments Council (KED), …
U.S. and Albanian Armies Conduct “Puma” Drone Training in Bizë
The United States Army carried out a joint training exercise with the Albanian Army on “Puma” drone operations at the Bizë Training Area. The U.S. Embassy shared footage from the exercise, which it said aims to strengthen cooperation based on shared strategic interests. “U.S. technology continues to enhance security; the …
Mediterranean Games in Kosovo: 5,000 People to Be Engaged, Aliti Speaks on Economic Benefits
The Secretary General of the Kosovo Olympic Committee, Besim Aliti, has unveiled plans to establish a special academy to prepare young people who will be involved in organizing the Mediterranean Games Prishtina 2030, emphasizing that the initiative aims to meet human resource needs. Speaking about the concept of the academy …
Konjufca on Presidential Issue: We Will Go to Elections if That Is the Opposition’s Will
Kosovo’s First Deputy Prime Minister and at the same time Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, Glauk Konjufca, said that the issue of electing the country’s new president depends on the will of the opposition parties. “We will go to new elections if this is the will of the opposition …
Albania inaugurated its Honorary Consulate in Naples today. Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the ceremony at Villa Doria d’Angri. Honorary Consul Giuseppe Lettieri, Italian Deputy Foreign Minister Edmondo Cirielli and Albanian Ambassador to Italy Anila Bitri also attended. Campania Region President Roberto Fico, Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi and Naples Prefect …
Croatian Ambassador to Albania Zlatko Kramarić said today that Kosovo should accept the Special Court’s decision on Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Jakup Krasniqi and Rexhep Selimi, regardless of how painful it may be. Speaking to the media, Kramarić said a conviction of Thaçi would not help Kosovo’s image. “We need …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha said Albania is ready to join European efforts against disinformation and hybrid threats. Hoxha welcomed a resolution adopted today by the European Parliament on the European Democracy Shield. The resolution recognizes the Western Balkans as a key target of foreign information manipulation …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that Albania and Italy share a long history of closeness and alliance. He also described Italy as Albania’s strongest representative of interests within the European Union. “When I said that Italy is Albania’s European alter ego, I meant something sacred: a very long history …
The National Tourism Agency and “Tradita.al” have formalized a partnership to promote Albania’s cultural heritage, traditions, handicrafts, gastronomy and authentic products. National Tourism Agency Director General Jola Hysaj and “Tradita.al” founder Edlira Sulaj signed the Memorandum of Cooperation. The agreement marks a new step toward joint initiatives that promote Albanian …
Minister of Environment Sofjan Jaupaj took part in a regional meeting of chief EU negotiators from the Western Balkans in Skopje. Jaupaj said the meeting focused on the European Union’s new budget for 2028-2034. He said the participants also discussed the EU integration process and the environmental dimension of the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama sent a congratulatory letter to Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti on the start of his new government mandate. The Kosovo Prime Minister’s Office published Rama’s message today. In the letter, Rama reaffirmed the Albanian government’s readiness to strengthen cooperation with Kosovo at all levels. “Your new …
Protecting Lake Ohrid and strengthening cross-border environmental cooperation were at the center of a meeting between Albania’s Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj and his North Macedonian counterpart Muamet Hoxha in Skopje. The meeting took place during a regional gathering of chief negotiators and officials responsible for European integration. Jaupaj said the …
Reshat Arbana celebrates his 86th birthday today. He remains one of the most important figures in Albanian cinema and theatre. Arbana was born in Tirana on September 15, 1940. He graduated from the Higher Institute of Arts and began his artistic career in theatre. He later became one of Albania’s …
Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met today with the new Dutch Ambassador to Albania, Marleen Monster. They discussed ways to intensify political dialogue and strengthen bilateral relations. The two sides praised cooperation between Albania and the Netherlands. They also focused on parliamentary ties and exchanges between the Albanian Parliament, the …