Rama warns Vucic to release three Kosovo policemen
Prime Minister Edi Rama has again called for the release of three policemen kidnapped in the north by Serbian forces. Through a post on Twitter, the head of the Albanian government warns that if the three policemen are not released this week, the relationships between Albania and Serbia will be …
Debate about Fier incinerator, Bllako: I am accused for something i did not have the autorithy
The Defense Conclusions session for the Fier incinerator causes debate in the Special Court, where Alqi Blako issued charges against the Special Prosecutor’s Office. Bllako said that all this attack was orchestrated within a specific agenda. Journalist Ermal Vija reports for ABC News that Alqi Blako claims that he was …
“Election within July 23″/ The process in Rrogozhina e Kukes, Celibashi: We will set the date with the President
Rrogozhina and Kukes will have new elections for the mayor, even though the reasons are different. The Electoral College forced a repeat of voting in Rrogozhina, because the victory of the Socialist Party was determined by the votes of prisoners, while Kukes will elect a new mayor after the sexual …
As Kosovo crisis continues, Prishtina’s growing rift with Tirana causes concern
TIRANA, June 19, 2023 – Growing concern is being expressed in Albania over an increasing rift with Kosovo, as the Tirana government has adopted a critical approach toward the government in Prishtina, at a time of escalating tensions with Serbia over northern Kosovo. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has taken …
Declared international wanted, a 39-year old is arrested by police in Shengjin
A 39-year-old Albanian wanted for drug trafficking was arrested in Shengjin, with the intention of extradition to Italy. As part of the operation by Albania and DVP Lezhë, in cooperation with Interpol Tirana and the Italian Interforce office in Albania, it has become possible to locate the Albanian in Shengjin. …
Basha “dismisses” Bardhi/ He has no competence as General Secretary of Democratic Party
Gazment Bardhi, once the closest person to Lulzim Basha and his battles against Sali Berisha, seems today to be an opponent for the former democratic leader, on his way to the head of the Democratic Party. Gazment Bardhi has lost the battles he has fought so far. The last one …
Over 7 thousand recruitments for census of population and housing/ The process starts in September, the result in 2024
Census of population and housing in Albania will start on September 18. The director of INSTAT, Elsa Dhuli, explains that about 7 thousand people will be employed for this process, while the total cost is expected to be 16.9 million euros. “Currently we are in the phase of recruiting people …
Begaj: NATO member countries should not allow provocations that destabilize Kosovo
The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, as part of his participation in the Prespa Forum for Dialogue, has held a series of meetings with the heads of state of the region. Begaj met with the President of North Macedonia, Stevo Pendarovski, the President of Croatia, Zoran Milanovic, and the …
Albania drafts law to legalise cannabis for medical, industrial use
Cultivation of cannabis for medical and industrial purposes is expected to be carried out under some strong criteria. The details are defined in the draft which has been revealed recently. The National Agency for the Control of Cannabis will be in control of the entire process from the licensing of …
Albania Mayor Resigns Over Sex Tape Scandal
Mayor of northern Albanian town resigns after video of him having sex in his office circulated online. Original post Here
New tax relief measures reduced state revenue from inheritance and property gifts in 2025. First, authorities expanded tax exemptions. As a result, revenue dropped sharply. Data from the General Directorate of Taxes show collections at 16.2 million lekë in 2025. This marks a fall from 35.8 million lekë in 2024. …
Hekurudha Shqiptare has opened a procurement procedure for the detailed design and construction of the Rinas airport railway station. The project is part of the Tirana–Durrës–Rinas rail line. The allocated budget for this phase stands at around 91.6 million lekë. The authority says the new station is essential to improve …
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi visited the Cyber Operations Centre, part of the Cyber and Communications Command at the Ministry of Defence. He assessed progress in building cyber defence capabilities. He said the country has made significant advances in protecting defence ministry and armed forces infrastructure. He praised the results achieved …
The Tax Administration has approved a sectoral plan for tourism in 2026 aimed at reducing informality and increasing tax compliance. The plan introduces eight key measures to strengthen control, improve reporting, and increase revenue collection in the tourism sector. First, authorities will increase declared turnover compared to 2025. They will …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said technology is creating new opportunities for young people to access the global job market. He spoke during a discussion with young people in Gjirokastër. He focused on innovation, employment, and entrepreneurship. First, he said the government aims to increase funding for startup programs. At the …
TIRANA, May 6 – Prishtina hosts a full day of commemorative, cultural, and academic events in honour of George Kastrioti Skanderbeg, the national hero of Albanians. The programme brings together citizens, scholars, and delegations from Albanian territories and the Arbëresh diaspora from Italy. The organisation “Shqiptaria” [Albanian-ness] coordinates the activities. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama visited the “Alegria” enterprise in Gjirokastër. He described it as a strong example of Albanian family business success and the potential of “Made in Albania” products abroad. He said the company has multiplied its exports tenfold in recent years. It has expanded into markets such as …
Former Speaker of Parliament Servet Pëllumbi has died at the age of 89. He co-founded the Socialist Party of Albania. He shaped the country’s democratic transition. Colleagues respected his integrity and leadership. He was born in Korça. He studied at the University of Saint Petersburg. He earned a PhD in …
Prime Minister Edi Rama urged unity to safeguard Albania’s EU accession process. He warned against any attempt to derail it. First, he spoke at the Socialist Party Assembly in Gjirokastër. There, he focused on EU integration. He described negotiations as tough and complex. Next, he stressed that a dedicated team …
Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted to the death of former Speaker Servet Pëllumbi. He expressed sorrow and paid tribute. “Farewell, dear professor,” Rama wrote. He shared a photo of Pëllumbi on social media. Servet Pëllumbi died today at the age of 89. He served as Speaker of Parliament from 2002 …