Diaspora seen as key partner in Albania’s EU integration push
TIRANA, April 15 – Albania’s chief EU negotiator Majlinda Dhuka said on Wednesday that the country stands at a decisive stage in its European integration process. She described the current phase as both historic and transformative. Speaking at the 4th Diaspora Summit in Tirana, Dhuka said the “Albania 2030 in …
FSHF changes Superiore calendar, Dinamo City–Tirana moved to Saturday
The FSHF Competitions Department announced changes to the Week 32 schedule of the Abissnet Superiore. Officials adjusted the fixtures following a request from the State Police. The request relates to security measures during an opposition protest planned for April 17. The department rescheduled Dinamo City vs Tirana for Saturday at …
Education minister calls for structured policies to protect Albanian language in diaspora
TIRANA, April 15 – Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro on Wednesday called for a new and structured approach to teaching the Albanian language in diaspora communities. She warned that younger generations face a real risk of losing the language without concrete and long-term intervention. Speaking at the Diaspora Summit in Tirana, …
Municipalities seen as key drivers of local economic development, MP Mazniku says
TIRANA, April 15 – Municipalities must act as key drivers of economic development, not just service providers, Arbjan Mazniku said on Wednesday. He spoke at the conference “Implementation of the City Climate Contract” in Elbasan. Mazniku, co-chair of the Special Parliament Committee on Territorial Reform, addressed the session on structuring …
Fuel prices capped as diesel set at 207 Lek per litre
TIRANA, April 15 – Albania’s Transparency Board set new maximum fuel prices on Wednesday, with diesel capped at 207 Lek per litre. The decision takes effect at 13:30 local time. Under the ruling, retail diesel (SSH EN 590 standard) must not exceed 207 Lek per litre. Wholesale diesel stands at …
Speaker Peleshi and North Macedonian Parliament Speaker Gashi discuss parliamentary cooperation and EU integration
TIRANA, April 15 – Albanian Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi met North Macedonian Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi on Wednesday for talks focused on bilateral parliamentary cooperation and European integration. Both officials reviewed relations between Albania and North Macedonia. They described ties as friendly and stable. In addition, they stressed the need …
Parliamentary Committee approves ratification of Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development multilateral convention on tax rules
TIRANA, April 15 – Albania’s Parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs and Public Administration approved on Wednesday a draft law ratifying the Multilateral Convention on facilitating the implementation of Pillar Two tax rules developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The committee examined the draft in its advisory …
Shockwaves or Spillovers: How Will the Iran War Affect the Western Balkans?
Western Balkan leaders are taking diplomatic sides in the US-Israeli war on Iran and the region faces escalating energy prices – with the economic impact likely to be more serious than any potential security risks. Original post Here
How Voice of America ‘Opened a Window’ in Isolated, Communist Albania
Afrim Krasniqi’s new book highlights the US radio station’s crucial role in bringing about change in Albania in 1990 – then ‘the most closed society in Europe’. Original post Here
Emergency teams respond to large fire in Tirana complex
Fire broke out in a residential building near “Farmacia 10” in Tirana on Rruga e Dibrës. The fire started on the first floor. It quickly spread across the building’s facade. Flames engulfed the structure. Firefighters evacuated residents using ladders. Police secured the area with safety cordons. Emergency teams transported several …
A monumental statue dedicated to Queen Teuta has been installed on the scenic Shëngjin-Velipojë route. The monument adds a new historical, cultural and tourism attraction to the area. Sculptor Julian Muçollari created the nearly nine-meter-high monument. Journalist Marin Mema inspired the concept. Historian Paulin Zefi, actors from Albanian-speaking territories and …
More than 5,300 children with disabilities receive support in Albanian schools, Deputy Health and Social Welfare Minister Ina Majko said as the new school year begins. Majko said support for children and their families includes dedicated services aimed at promoting inclusion in education. She highlighted assistant teachers, psychosocial services and …
Albania marks today the 84th anniversary of the Peza Conference, held on September 16, 1942, by representatives of Albanian antifascist forces seeking to establish a united front against the occupiers. The conference adopted several important decisions, including the creation of the National Liberation Antifascist Front. The front brought together antifascists …
The Trial Panel at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague has found former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi and Jakup Krasniqi criminally responsible for war crimes. Presiding Judge Charles Smith presented the panel’s findings today during the first-instance judgment hearing. The panel found …
The Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague today convicted four former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders of war crimes and handed down prison sentences. Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi received a 25-year prison sentence. The Trial Panel found him criminally responsible for war crimes including murder, torture, cruel treatment and …
The Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR) took part in the ICE 2026 Conference on the Integrated Administration and Control System (IACS) in Sofia. The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), together with the Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI) and the Bulgarian Paying Agency, organized the …
Albania is emerging as one of Europe’s fastest-growing nature tourism destinations in 2026, as more international travelers choose its mountain villages, national parks, rivers, coastal landscapes and protected areas. According to Travel and Tour World, Albania’s combination of the Albanian Alps, Ionian coastline and protected natural landscapes is attracting adventure …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Italy is Albania’s “European alter ego” during a visit to Naples, where he attended the inauguration of Albania’s Honorary Consulate. Rama said the new consulate represents more than a diplomatic office. He described it as a bridge between the two countries and highlighted the strong …
Real estate recorded the strongest sales growth in Albania’s services sector during the second quarter of 2026, while tourism-related activities also continued to expand at a strong pace. According to data from the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), the net sales volume index for real estate rose 38.9% compared with the …
Cinema is playing an increasingly important role in promoting Albanian tourist destinations by bringing the country’s cities, landscapes and cultural values to a wider audience. In this context, the National Tourism Agency (NTA) and Infinity Film Production signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to promote the feature film “A Christmas Serenade” …