The protest is closed, the opposition will gather again on March 3
The opposition protest is closed after two and a half hours in front of the Parliament. The protesters left the Assembly and went to the blue headquarters together with Berisha and other MPs who have been excluded from the plenary sessions. So, in parallel, the planning session is being held, …
McGonigal’s Albanian ‘Adventure’ Demands a Deeper Investigation
If US justice keep the McGonigal scandal under wraps, limiting the charges to ‘non-disclosure’ of certain relationships, its squeaky-clean reputation could be tarnished. Original post Here
Fier, three arrested on drug charges
Three people have been handcuffed this Wednesday after they converted a 3-story villa into a “bari house” in Fier. Police revealed that the arrested are the owner of the villa, Erjon Marini alias Xhevair Gashi, who had adapted the 5 rooms of one floor for the cultivation of narcotic plants, …
Shkodra hospital’s director refutes claims of ambulance delay in house fire
Director of Shkodra’s Regional Hospital, Senad Halluni, has reacted to the claims of the residents of the Roma community about the delay of the ambulance regarding the event of Tuesday evening, where a 60-year-old man lost his life and his wife was taken to the hospital after the barracks where …
Two men arrested for dealing drugs near schools
Tirana police has arrested two people this Wednesday, who were distributing narcotics near schools in Kamëz: Xh. K., 23 years old and A. Th., 28 years old, both residents of the area. During the physical check, citizens Xh. K. was found with 15 doses of suspected narcotic substance cannabis sativa, …
Parliament to decide amount of funding for political parties; CEC’s head
Chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC), Ilirjan Celibashi, spoke about the conditions that political parties must meet in order to receive funds for the electoral campaign, adding that the Parliament will decide how much money the political parties will receive. In a press conference, he emphasized that this will …
Missing for 6 months, SPAK operation to seize the assets of Ervis Martinaj
ABCNEWS has learned that SPAK has launched an action to seizure Vis Martinaj’s assets. From preliminary data, the assets of the businessman, who has been missing for more than six months, have been targeted. Journalist Ermal Vija reports that these assets have been identified by the investigations launched by the …
Scapegoating: UK Immigration Policy Rests on Villifying Albanians
The UK’s alarmist, inflammatory rhetoric on Albanian migrants ignores the real reasons why people are fleeing, and washes its hands of the vulnerable groups among them. Original post Here
Concerns Raised in Albania over Ruling Party ‘Communications’ App
There is growing concern in Albania over the privacy of an app offered by the ruling Socialist Party and, with local elections approaching, whether it really is as ‘voluntary’ as the party claims. Original post Here
Car burned at night in Shkodra
A vehicle was engulfed in flames in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Shkodër, in the “Manush Alimani” neighborhood. According to the police, it is suspected that the car owned by citizen R.B. it was accidentally burnt due to a technical fault. “Around 03:50, in the “Manush Alimani” neighborhood, …
Edi Rama held a meeting in Vlora with tourism operators. He focused on tourism development and future investments.First, he said Albania is negotiating a major project on Sazan Island. He explained that the state is in talks with investors. Moreover, he clarified the ownership issue. He said Albania has not …
The Diaspora Summit IV opened today in Tirana. It gathers Albanians from around the world. The event promotes cooperation, identity, and development. The summit runs on April 13–15. It uses the slogan “Through roots we rise.” It brings together diaspora representatives, state institutions, business leaders, academics, and civil society. The …
The match between Bylis and Dinamo City ended 1–1 in Ballsh. It was part of week 31 of the Albanian Superliga. First, Bylis took the lead early. In the 9th minute, Aboubacar Camara scored. As a result, the home team went ahead. However, Dinamo City pushed forward. In the 82nd …
Ferit Hoxha said the Albanian diaspora represents “Albania beyond borders.” He shared the message on social media. He spoke after the opening of the Fourth Diaspora Summit. During the event, President Bajram Begaj honored several prominent diaspora figures. Hoxha praised the diaspora’s role. He highlighted its contribution to promoting Albania …
The Ministria për Evropën dhe Punët e Jashtme e Shqipërisë congratulated Hungary’s new Prime Minister Péter Magyar and the Tisza Party. First, the ministry welcomed the election victory. It praised the strong mandate from Hungarian voters. Moreover, it said Albania values close cooperation with Hungary. Therefore, it committed to strengthening …
The Edi Rama congratulated Hungary’s new Prime Minister Péter Magyar for his election victory. First, Rama praised past cooperation with Hungary’s previous government. He highlighted close Albania–Hungary relations. Moreover, he thanked former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for collaboration during his term. In addition, he welcomed Hungary’s political change. He congratulated …
TIRANA, April 13 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Swedish Member of Parliament Arbër Gashi in Tirana during the fourth Diaspora Summit. In a social media post, Hoxha described Gashi as a success story and a dignified representative of Albanians abroad. He said such examples reflect …
The Aeroporti Ndërkombëtar “Nënë Tereza” hosted a special cultural moment. Folk artists from Përmet performed traditional music and dance. First, the Edi Rama shared the event on social media. He highlighted the warm atmosphere created by the performers. Moreover, the Ansambli Folklorik i Përmetit brought traditional “saze” music to life. …
Albania is gaining global attention. It is no longer a hidden secret. Instead, it is becoming a rising travel trend. In recent years, people no longer rely only on travel guides. They use social media to plan trips. They trust real experiences shared online. As a result, new destinations are …
With European car demand fluctuating and margins under pressure, manufacturers of car parts in Albania are navigating a delicate shift from cost-based competitiveness to structural adaptation. Original post Here