The average salary increases, unemployment decreases
Despite the problems, the labor market has continued to show positive progress. INSTAT statistics show that salaries have followed the upward trend, influenced especially by the government’s decision to change the level of salaries in the administration. Compared to the same quarter last year, the average gross salary for the …
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana eased the charges against Rraja
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana changed the charge against members of the Rraja tribe in relation to the violence against the cousins Bilbil and Jashar Maja because the medical-legal expertise determined that the injuries sustained are classified as light and without consequences for life. The serious event took place at …
Singer denies intention to distribute after getting caught with drug
Famous singer Ruenca Haxhiaj, known by the stage name Enca, has been arrested by the police for cultivating narcotic plants. Following arrest, the singer said that she is a user and has it for personal use. On the porch of her apartment on the outskirts of the capital, 5 pots …
Rama inaugurate the new road that connects Fushe Kruje-Kamez
Prime Minister Edi Rama this Tuesday morning announced the opening of the national road that connects Fushë Kruje – Kamez with Rinas. Rama, through a post on the social network Facebook, writes that this road will give another access to the movement of vehicles in the direction of “Mother Teresa” …
The new ministers are sworn in before the president
This Tuesday, the new government ministers were sworn in before the president of the republic, Bajram Begaj, after voting the day before in the parliament, and will head to their offices for the start of their new duties. All the ministers who were voted by the Assembly the day before …
Young man arrested in Tirana 13 years after committing murder
A 36-year-old man was arrested this Tuesday in Kamez area of Tirana after moving around with a firearm. Erind Mrruku, previously convicted of murder and possession of weapons without a permit, was detained for inspection, but a pistol with cartridges ready for firing, a comb and combat ammunition were found …
Young woman arrested, her mother prosecuted for violating elderly
A 27-year-old woman was arrested by the Durres police and her mother was prosecuted this Tuesday after being accused of violating their elderly neighbor. According to the police, the incident took place in neighborhood No. 1, where the mother and daughter, for weak motives, hit their 78-year-old neighbor with a …
The candidates for the Supreme Judicial Council are announced
The Supreme Court announces the candidacies for the vacant seats in the Supreme Judicial Council. Full Notice: After verifying the fulfillment of the legal conditions of the candidates who have expressed interest in being elected members of the High Judicial Council, according to the provisions of Article 7, points 2 …
22 years since the terrorist attacks, Rama remembers September 11: Never forget
Prime Minister Edi Rama remembered September 11 through a photo published on Facebook. He said that we should never forget this date. “SEPTEMBER 11 Never forget”, wrote Rama next to the photo. 22 years have passed since the terrorist attack on the Twin Towers in the USA, where about 3 …
The Assembly approves the decrees for the dismissals and appointments of new ministers
After President Bajram Begaj decreed new ministers on Saturday, Parliament voted today on the changes proposed a few days ago by Prime Minister Edi Rama. The dismissal of Olta Xhaçka from the post of Foreign Minister was approved with 95 votes in favor and one against. The dismissal of Ogerta …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama visited Tokyo today after his official trip to South Korea. Tokyo displayed the flags of Albania and Japan along major streets to honor relations between the two countries. Rama shared photos on social media showing the Albanian flag flying beside the Japanese flag in the …
A regional seminar on synthetic drugs and illegal diversion of medical cannabis opened today in Tushemisht. The two-day event focuses on growing drug trafficking threats in Southeast Europe. The seminar is organized by the OSCE Presence in Albania with support from the OSCE Transnational Threats Department and the US Department …
Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari attended the international “Europa Wachau” forum in Krems today. Austrian Interior Minister Gerhard Karner and European Commissioner Magnus Brunner invited Lamallari to the event. The forum focused on a new European approach to migration management and security challenges linked to illegal movements across the continent. Lamallari …
Albanian institutions and international partners met today to discuss strengthening the country’s firefighting service and emergency response system. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Interior and focused on funding opportunities through a potential World Bank project. Deputy Interior Minister Xhemal Qefalia welcomed participants, while Arben Cara led the …
Posta Shqiptare and Montenegro’s postal service signed a cooperation memorandum today to modernize postal and financial services between the two countries. Administrator Etjen Xhafaj and his Montenegrin counterpart Josip Djuraskoviç signed the agreement. Xhafaj described the deal as an important step toward modernization and stronger regional cooperation. He said the …
Albania has launched the implementation of the “Green Vjosa” project, a new initiative focused on sustainable development and environmental protection in the Vjosa river basin. Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj held the first meeting of the project’s Steering Committee today. The project, titled “Green Vjosa – Green and Inclusive Regional Development …
Governor of the Bank of Albania Gent Sejko held an official meeting today with India’s first ambassador to Albania, Ravindra Prasad Jaiswal. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen economic and financial cooperation between Albania and India. Talks also focused on economic developments and the technological transformation of the banking …
Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi received a delegation from the National People’s Congress of China today in Tirana. The Chinese delegation was led by senior official Li Hongzhong. Both sides discussed traditional friendly relations between Albania and China. They focused on expanding cooperation in economic, trade, education, cultural and youth …
The 63rd conference of the EPRA is being held in Tirana, bringing together regulators from 42 European countries. The event is hosted by the Audiovisual Media Authority of Albania for the first time in Albania. EPRA Chair Stephanie Comey opened the conference. She stressed the forum’s neutral and non-political role. …
The Tirana Mosaic is becoming an increasingly popular cultural attraction for foreign visitors. Tirana Mosaic is now considered an important educational and cultural destination in the capital. Director of the Regional Directorate of Cultural Heritage, Kostandin Budurushi, said the site has seen a significant rise in visitors after its restoration. …