“Gerdec file”,the hearing session for former minister Fatmir Mediu is being held today
This Friday, the court session will be held for the former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu, for the Gerdec explosion. In the last session, the lawyers of the former minister asked to waive the summary trial, but the court stated that only the defendant has the right to make this …
Begaj in Kazakhstan, meeting with his counterpart Tokayev
The President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, accompanied by the First Lady Armanda Begaj, was received today on a state visit to Kazakhstan by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. This visit marks the first visit of a president from Albania to Kazakhstan, and comes …
Osmani with Stoltenberg: Kosovo is a success story of NATO, ready to do our job
The President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, during the joint conference with the head of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, said that the successes of her country are also successes of the North Atlantic Alliance. According to her, today Kosovo has the brightest democracy in the region and this achievement is undoubtedly attributed …
Interior minister praises police operation on cannabis plants’ destruction
Interior Minister, Taulant Balla, has welcomed this Thursday the operation of the State Police, which has made possible the destruction of thousands of cannabis roots and the identification of the perpetrators. Through a post on social networks, Minister Balla declared that so far, 202 perpetrators have been identified nationwide, of …
About 13,000 cannabis plants destroyed in a huge operation
A large operation was carried out this Thursday in the entire district of Shkodra, where it became possible to destroy by burning 12,831 cannabis sativa narcotic plants. According to the police, the mega-operation was carried out by the Shkodër Local Police Directorate, in cooperation with the “RENEA” Special Department and …
‘Together We Win’ coalition seeks to run in Kukes election
“Together We Win” coalition has submitted to the Central Elections Comission (CEC) registration of its candidate in the elections for the municipality of Kukës, which will be held on September 24. Demand of the opposition is dated September 6, while even in these elections, Berisha’s candidate, Emri Vata, is registered …
Israel-Albania business forum, Balluku: Trade exchanges between the two countries have increased
The Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku, participated in the business forum, Albania – Israel. In her speech, Balluku said that the two countries have a long history of friendship and cooperation. The minister said that in recent years there has been a growing dialogue between Albania and Israel, …
Seven post office employees arrested for embezzling pensions
Seven employees of the Albanian Post Office ended up in police custody this Thursday. They are accused of embezzling the pensions of citizens who live abroad as well as the payments of disabled people. Their arrest was made after the citizen’s complaint. Detainees worked in Dibra, Shkodra and Tropoja, while …
Fier, two injured in car crash
An accident happened this Thursday in the vicinity of “Qafa e Koshovices” in Fier, where two vehicles collided. A “Benz” type vehicle collided with a goods van and as a result of the strong collision the two drivers were injured, who were urgently sent to the regional hospital of Fier. …
Pogradec to host Formula 1 World Water Race in 2024
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced Thursday that in July 2024, Pogradec will host the Formula 1 World Water Race. Through the social networks, the Albanian Head of Government revealed that this is the forerunner of Formula 1 in car racing, which will come to Elbasan in a few years. “GOOD …
The Albanian government approved new procedures for drafting the National Plan for Regional Development and Cohesion and regional operational programs. Under the decision, the National Committee for Regional Development and Cohesion will prepare the national plan and the operational program for the entire territory of Albania. Regional monitoring boards will …
Eric Wendt outlined four main priorities if confirmed as the next US ambassador to Albania. Wendt made the remarks before the United States Senate. He said his main goal would be to protect American citizens and advance US interests. Wendt praised Albanian special forces. He said he worked closely with …
The European Commission granted Albania €49 million under the EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. The Commission also approved €44.2 million for Montenegro and €65.7 million for North Macedonia through the Reform and Growth Facility. The European Union Delegation to Albania said the funding follows the third payment request …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the Asian Leadership Conference in Seoul during his official visit to South Korea. The conference focused on global cooperation and leadership. Rama said he felt privileged to return to Seoul after more than two decades. He praised South Korea’s transformation and development. Rama said …
The European Commission confirmed the disbursement of €49 million to Albania under the Reform and Growth Facility. The funding follows Albania’s implementation of reforms under the National Reform Agenda. The State Agency for Strategic Programming and Aid Coordination said Albania leads the region with €212.8 million disbursed so far. North …
President Bajram Begaj visited Slovakia. He met President Peter Pellegrini. They discussed bilateral relations. They discussed Albania’s EU integration. They also discussed regional security as NATO allies. Begaj thanked Slovakia for strong support. He said Slovakia is an important partner for Albania’s EU path. He said Albania has made fast …
Chairman of the Socialist Party parliamentary group Taulant Balla said Germany supports Albania’s EU membership. He met German Minister of State for Europe Gunther Krichbaum together with Igli Hasani. They discussed Albania’s EU integration progress. They also discussed justice reform. Balla thanked Germany for strong support. He said Albania is …
Andromaqi Gjergji was born on May 20, 1928 in Korçë. She became the first Albanian woman member of the Academy of Sciences of Albania in 1999. She is widely recognized as Albania’s first female academician. She studied in Korçë and later attended the Higher Pedagogical Institute in Tirana. She specialized …
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs said it is closely following the situation of Albanian citizen Baki Goxhaj. Authorities said he was detained in Israel after participating in the “Sumud” flotilla. The ministry confirmed that he has been transferred to Israel. The Albanian Embassy in Tel Aviv remains in …
The European Union Delegation in Albania holds a productive meeting with EU member state ambassadors and Foreign Minister Igli Hasani. They discuss Albania’s EU accession negotiations. They also discuss anti-corruption, organized crime, environment and reform implementation. EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato says Albania must accelerate reforms. He says the country must …