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Rinas, 2 Libyans arrested for 94 thousand undeclared dollars

Two Libyan citizens were criminally prosecuted this Saturday by the Albanian police after they tried to introduce undeclared money through Rinas. According to the police, it was learned that during the physical check, in the handbag of the citizen K. A., the Border Police services found and seized as material …

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Rinas, 2 Libyans arrested for 94 thousand undeclared dollars

Two Libyan citizens were criminally prosecuted this Saturday by the Albanian police after they tried to introduce undeclared money through Rinas. According to the police, it was learned that during the physical check, in the handbag of the citizen K. A., the Border Police services found and seized as material …

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“Gender equality, Socialist Party’s vision”, Balluku: We have changed the salary mentality

Balluku holding a meeting with the women and girls of this region, Belinda Balluku emphasized that there is no more differentiation in salaries between men and women and the government has successfully achieved this. The political leader of this district added that gender equality has always been the vision of …

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“Gender equality, Socialist Party’s vision”, Balluku: We have changed the salary mentality

Balluku holding a meeting with the women and girls of this region, Belinda Balluku emphasized that there is no more differentiation in salaries between men and women and the government has successfully achieved this. The political leader of this district added that gender equality has always been the vision of …

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Albania and region need to diversify renewable sources to have energy security, experts say

TIRANA, April 28, 2023 – Albania needs to diversify its investments in renewable energy beyond weather-dependent hydroelectric generation to ensure its energy security, according to experts at a forum organized by the Albanian Institute for International Studies.  The event, part of a project funded by the Western Balkan Fund to …

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Rama: Average salary will double, reaching a historic peak in 2024

Prime Minister Edi Rama continues to emphasize the increase in salaries in our country throughout these two years. Through a post on the social network this Friday, the head of the government focused on the increase of the average salary to 900 euros. According to the Prime Minister, such a …

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Tukish citizens caught trying to pass over EUR 47,000 through Rinas

Two Turkish citizens were criminally prosecuted by the border police this Friday, after they were caught in Rinas with a large amount of undeclared EUR. During the check and the controls on the backpacks, EUR 30,450 was found on E. G. citizens, while EUR 17,000 was found on S. S. …

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Police destroyed a greenhouse with cannabis in Kruja

A greenhouse with 520 cannabis seedlings was discovered by the police this Friday in the village of Brret in Kruja. Suspected narcotic  were destroyed by burning. Meanwhile, Kruja Police Station and the Durres Local Police Directorate, in cooperation with the Prosecutor’s Office at the Kruja Judicial District Court, continue the …

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Albanian candidates in Greece, Malaj: I have no opponent, I invite immigrants to vote

Among hundreds of candidates who will run in the May 21 elections in Greece, there are also two Albanians. Two Albanians who are representatives of different parties will participate in these elections, Antilian Koxhaj of the Syriza party, and Fatos Malaj of the PASOK party. Malaj, in an interview given …

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The murder of the Albanian businessman, new details revealed

New details from the murder of the Albanian businessman have come to light. A relative of Edmond Haxhiaj, the person who ordered the murder of businessman Ardian Nikulaj, has helped the investigators on the clarification of the serious event, through her testimony. ABC News reporter Ermal Vija reported that the …

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Himara to open tourist season on May 1–3

Himara will open the tourist season on May 1–3. The coastal city will welcome local and foreign visitors. The three-day event will create a festive atmosphere in the southern destination. The program will promote the area’s history, cultural heritage, pristine beaches, traditions, and rich Albanian cuisine. Minister of Tourism, Culture, …

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Traffic resumes in Llogara Tunnel after accident

Traffic has resumed in the Llogara Tunnel after a temporary closure caused by a collision between two vehicles. The Albanian Road Authority said police, ambulance, and firefighters arrived quickly and managed the situation. Authorities reopened the tunnel shortly after clearing the scene. The Llogara Tunnel includes a main tunnel and …

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Marta Kos notes progress for Albania toward EU membership

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos reported positive developments for Albania and Montenegro on their path to EU membership. She met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens. They discussed EU enlargement and the Western Balkans. Mitsotakis said enlargement had not made the expected progress but noted a new momentum. He …

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Qosja leaves final letter with burial wishes for family

Academic Rexhep Qosja passed away at the age of 89. He wrote a final letter before his death and stated his last wishes. He asked for a simple burial ceremony. He rejected religious rituals and official attendance. He requested that only close family members attend the funeral. He chose to …

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Hoxha meets Moldovan foreign minister at Delphi Forum

At the Delphi Economic Forum, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi. Hoxha said the meeting gave both sides a chance to exchange views on EU accession. He stressed that Albania actively engages in the European integration process. He …

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Hoxha meets Moldova’s Foreign Minister, shares details from talks

The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, announced in a post on X that he held a meeting with Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mihai Popșoi, during the Delphi Economic Forum. Hoxha wrote that during the meeting they exchanged views and shared their assessments regarding their …

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Death of academician Rexhep Qosja, Kurti: An unwavering figure who contributed to our language and nation

The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, published a lengthy post following the death of academician Rexhep Qosja. Kurti stated that the Albanian people do not have another contemporary academic who contributed as much to the language and the nation, adding that Qosja was often criticized by politics and even …

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Enkileda Carja sets two European records at Youth Weightlifting Championships in Batumi

Enkileda Carja delivered a dominant performance at the European Youth Weightlifting Championships in Batumi, setting two European records. She first broke the record in the snatch with a lift of 103 kilograms. Then she continued her strong performance in the clean and jerk, lifting 123 kilograms. As a result, she …

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Municipality promises support with procedures and infrastructure

Emiriana Sako met farmers in Katundi i Ri to discuss agricultural development. She said farmers should form Agricultural Cooperation Societies to strengthen the sector. She explained that these groups help farmers access financing, subsidies, and rural development programs more easily. Moreover, she stressed the role of the local government. She …

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CEFTA meeting in Moldova discusses authorised economic operators and risk management

TIRANA, April 23 – Customs administrations from the region and international partners met in Moldova at a CEFTA (Central European Free Trade Agreement) working group session. The meeting focused on authorised economic operators and customs risk management as part of regional efforts to facilitate trade. Participants discussed the development of …

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Himara to open tourist season on May 1–3

Himara will open the tourist season on May 1–3. The coastal city will welcome local and foreign visitors. The three-day event will create a festive atmosphere in the southern destination. The program will promote the area’s history, cultural heritage, pristine beaches, traditions, and rich Albanian cuisine. Minister of Tourism, Culture, …

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Traffic resumes in Llogara Tunnel after accident

Traffic has resumed in the Llogara Tunnel after a temporary closure caused by a collision between two vehicles. The Albanian Road Authority said police, ambulance, and firefighters arrived quickly and managed the situation. Authorities reopened the tunnel shortly after clearing the scene. The Llogara Tunnel includes a main tunnel and …

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Marta Kos notes progress for Albania toward EU membership

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos reported positive developments for Albania and Montenegro on their path to EU membership. She met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens. They discussed EU enlargement and the Western Balkans. Mitsotakis said enlargement had not made the expected progress but noted a new momentum. He …

News

Qosja leaves final letter with burial wishes for family

Academic Rexhep Qosja passed away at the age of 89. He wrote a final letter before his death and stated his last wishes. He asked for a simple burial ceremony. He rejected religious rituals and official attendance. He requested that only close family members attend the funeral. He chose to …

News

Hoxha meets Moldovan foreign minister at Delphi Forum

At the Delphi Economic Forum, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi. Hoxha said the meeting gave both sides a chance to exchange views on EU accession. He stressed that Albania actively engages in the European integration process. He …

News

Hoxha meets Moldova’s Foreign Minister, shares details from talks

The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, announced in a post on X that he held a meeting with Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mihai Popșoi, during the Delphi Economic Forum. Hoxha wrote that during the meeting they exchanged views and shared their assessments regarding their …

News

Death of academician Rexhep Qosja, Kurti: An unwavering figure who contributed to our language and nation

The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, published a lengthy post following the death of academician Rexhep Qosja. Kurti stated that the Albanian people do not have another contemporary academic who contributed as much to the language and the nation, adding that Qosja was often criticized by politics and even …

News

Enkileda Carja sets two European records at Youth Weightlifting Championships in Batumi

Enkileda Carja delivered a dominant performance at the European Youth Weightlifting Championships in Batumi, setting two European records. She first broke the record in the snatch with a lift of 103 kilograms. Then she continued her strong performance in the clean and jerk, lifting 123 kilograms. As a result, she …

News

Municipality promises support with procedures and infrastructure

Emiriana Sako met farmers in Katundi i Ri to discuss agricultural development. She said farmers should form Agricultural Cooperation Societies to strengthen the sector. She explained that these groups help farmers access financing, subsidies, and rural development programs more easily. Moreover, she stressed the role of the local government. She …

News

CEFTA meeting in Moldova discusses authorised economic operators and risk management

TIRANA, April 23 – Customs administrations from the region and international partners met in Moldova at a CEFTA (Central European Free Trade Agreement) working group session. The meeting focused on authorised economic operators and customs risk management as part of regional efforts to facilitate trade. Participants discussed the development of …