PM Rama congratulates Albanians for Summer Day
Prime Minister Edi Rama has congratulated all Albanian citizens this Tuesday on the occasion of Summer Day. Through a post on social networks, the head of the government wrote: “Good morning and with the pleasure that the leaves are finally blooming, I wish you a March 14 with good feet …
Rama goes to Elbasan for Summer Day delebrations
Prime Minister Edi Rama has chosen to go to Elbasan this Tuesday, on the occasion of the Summer Day holiday. During his visit there, PM Rama saw some of the activities organized in the city center and met with many citizens. The head of the government, accompanied by the Minister …
Tirana, man arrested for stabbing two citizens
Two young men have been stabbed, while a 28-year-old has been remanded into custody this Tuesday in Tirana. Official sources from the police informed that the 28-year-old citizen with the initials R.H. has been put behind bars, while the proceedings have been launched against the 42-year-old with the initials B.S. …
Russian Blogger Arrested for Spying Seeks Asylum in Albania
Svetlana Timofeeva, the Russian blogger arrested in Albania in 2022 for spying, has requested asylum in the country – saying she fears persecution if she is extradited to Russia, where she faces similar charges. Original post Here
Rama: We must continue with the constant increase of wages
Prime Minister Edi Rama has attended this Monday the presentation of the strategy for the municipality of Tirana, saying that the time has come for greater cooperation between the government and private businesses regarding this matter. In his speech, Rama stated that the government has done everything possible to increase …
The government declares Vjosa a National Park, Kumbaro: The water and coastal surface of the river is protected
The last wild river in Europe, the Vjosa has been officially declared a National Park. The decision taken today during the meeting of the Council of Ministers was announced by the Minister of Tourism and Environment, Mirela Kumbaro, who emphasized that the total area declared National Park is 12,727 hectares. …
Lost tourist found in Karaburun area after many hours
Drita Elezi, 64 years old who got separated from her group and got lost in Karaburun on Sunday afternoon, has been found this Monday. Fortunately, she is in good health. However, the woman lost contact the day before with the guide she was part of with another group of people, …
Murder in “Don Bosco”, where are focused the police investigations
New details have been revealed about the serious event that took place on Sunday evening in a bar in the “Don Bosko” area in Tirana, where the banker was shot dead and 6 people were injured. More than 15 rifle cartridges were found at the scene. Meanwhile, the investigators have …
New details revealed on Kamza bar shooting
New details have come to light regarding the gunshots that broke the windows of a bar in Kamza area of Tirana in the early hours of this Saturday morning. According to sources, the bar that was shot at, is owned by Astri Lami, who has leased it to another person …
CEC has approved the list of members, without DP
Ilirjan Celibashi responded today to the interest of the media, regarding the registration of the members of KZAZ of the Democratic Party, even though this political force has not yet been registered as an electoral subject for the local elections. “The decision-making was imposed by the circumstances, the procedures that …
A momentous election spells change not just for Hungary but also for much of the Western Balkans, as our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week highlights. Original post Here
New legal amendments allowing ‘strategic investors’ to develop port facilities at tourist resorts without competitive tenders represent the latest custom-written legislation brought in by Edi Rama’s government to benefit big business, critics claim. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 17 – The Albanian government has approved a set of regulatory changes for foreign nationals aimed at reducing bureaucracy and speeding up procedures. The reform also seeks to align migration and labour rules with European standards. The changes were published in the Official Gazette. The new framework introduces …
The Albanian Football Federation announced ticket sales for the “Final Four” of the Abissnet Superiore. Fans can buy tickets starting today. The four best teams will play six matches to decide the champion. All games will take place at Air Albania Stadium. First and second round matches will be held …
Fidel Ylli, President of the Albanian National Olympic Committee, visited the Italian Paralympic Committee headquarters in Rome. He met President Marco Giunio De Sanctis. They discussed technical assistance for creating the Albanian Paralympic Committee. They called it an important step for Paralympic sport in Albania. The process follows recent changes …
TIRANA, April 17 – Director General of Albanian Customs Besmir Beja met World Customs Organization Secretary General Ian Saunders in Brussels during the Annual Meeting of European regional customs leaders. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation and accelerating customs digitalisation. The Albanian side highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at modernising customs …
TIRANA, April 17 – Health and Social Protection Minister Evis Sala outlined reforms to modernise Albania’s pharmaceutical system at a national conference marking 20 years of the Order of Pharmacists. She said the government aims to improve access to safe and effective medicines for citizens. The ministry is advancing digitalisation …
TIRANA, April 17 – The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe held a cross-border meeting in Pogradec on preventing violent extremism and radicalisation. The discussion focused on online radicalisation and related security risks. The OSCE Presence in Albania and the OSCE Mission to Skopje organised the roundtable. Officials from …
TIRANA, April 17 – Albania and the European Union held their second dialogue on security and defence under a joint partnership framework. The meeting took place as global security challenges continue to grow in complexity. European Union officials and Albanian representatives discussed cooperation in defence and foreign policy alignment. Albania …
TIRANA, April 17 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha has arrived in Turkey to take part in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. The event gathers heads of state, ministers, diplomats and representatives of international organisations for high-level dialogue. This year’s forum runs from April 17 to 19, 2026, …