EU’s Mogherini siding with Serbia, says Kosovo PM advisor
EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini, said Monday that she would be ready to call a new meeting between presidents Hashim Thaci of Kosovo and Aleksandar Vucic of Serbia “the very first morning” after Kosovo suspends 100 percent tax on Serbian goods. Chief of staff to Prime Minister’s Office, Avni …
Government takes decision to increase pensions
The Government of Kosovo took a decision Tuesday to increase state pensions. Original post Here
Kosovo to honour US advice, says FM Pacolli
Kosovo’s Foreign Minister and leader of junior coalition partner, ARK, Behgjet Pacolli, invited Tuesday Kosovo leaders to an urgent meeting and urged them to listen the US advice on suspending import duties on goods from Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Original post Here
Serbia proposes demarcation with Kosovo
Demarcation will be Serbia’s official proposal to resolve the Kosovo issue, Serbia’s Foreign Minister Ivica Dacic said on Tuesday. Original post Here
Haradinaj wants Germany involve in Kosovo-Serbia dialogue
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj proposed Berlin to mediate Pristina-Belgrade talks and said the tariffs imposed by his Government on all Serbian goods should be addressed during the dialogue. Original post Here
Kosovo to suspend tax after recognition from Serbia, PM Haradinaj tells EU’s Hahn
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, who is attending Munich Security Conference met Friday EU Commissioner for European Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations, Johannes Hahn. Haradinaj told Hahn he is ready to suspend 100 percent tax on Serbian goods after Serbia recognises Kosovo’s independence. Original post Here
Trump congratulates Kosovo 11th anniversary of Independence
U.S. President Donald Trump wrote a letter to Kosovo President Hashim Thaci on the eleventh anniversary of country’s independence saying bilateral relationship between the two countries is rooted in the shared vision of a stable, secure, and prosperous Kosovo and Western Balkan region. Original post Here
EU Office in Kosovo to Government: Articulate steps on tax suspension
The Head of EU Office in Kosovo, Nataliya Apostolova, and Heads of EU missions in Kosovo reiterate their continuing concern over the imposition of 100% tariff on goods from Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Original post Here
Serbian PM booed and accused of ‘betraying Kosovo’
A group of Serbia’s nationalists booed at Prime Minister Ana Brnabic during her speech marking the country’s Statehood day, media in Belgrade are reporting. Original post Here
Kosovo to take US advice on suspending tax, says Speaker Veseli
Parliament Speaker Kadri Veseli says continuation of dialogue with Belgrade is critical and the aim of dialogue is for Serbia to recognise Kosovo. Original post Here
The International Commission on Missing Persons has gathered evidence of a series of sites believed to have been used by Albania’s Communist regime to bury the bodies of political opponents, and is calling on the authorities to launch excavations. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 3 – Justice Minister Toni Gogu met with the chief of the Special Anti-Corruption Structure, Klodjan Braho, to discuss the functioning of Albania’s justice system. The talks focused on inter-institutional cooperation in key areas. Gogu highlighted improving the legal framework, strengthening institutional capacities, providing infrastructure support, and increasing …
TIRANA, April 3 – The customs point in Saranda is set to become more efficient and functional. The director general of customs, Besmir Beja, highlighted the importance of strengthening operations at the site. Staff were urged to maintain high standards, follow procedures, and cooperate closely across structures. The goal is …
TIRANA, April 3 – The Royal Illyrian Tombs of Lower Selca attract scholars and tourists each year. They are located in the Mokra region, between Pogradec and Korça in southeastern Albania. The site is one of the Balkans’ most significant archaeological complexes. It was discovered accidentally during the communist era. …
TIRANA, April 3 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari confirmed that Albanian police have increased security measures at critical sites for some time. He spoke during a press briefing addressing the US embassy’s recent security advisory. Lamallari said the embassy notice is standard and mirrors similar alerts in other countries, including …
Before the 1990s, Albania did not treat tourism as a strong economic sector. The government mainly used it as propaganda to show foreign visitors the achievements of the communist state. During the regime, few foreigners entered Albania. The government strictly controlled visits after World War II. Officials monitored not only …
TIRANA, April 3 – Elbasan University “Aleksandër Xhuvani” has achieved a major international milestone. Its rector, Professor Elvira Fetahu, has been elected president of the Balkan Universities Alliance for 2028. The university described the election as a significant achievement. It highlights the institution’s growing role in strengthening academic cooperation across …
TIRANA, April 3 – Albania continues alignment with the European family, focusing on justice, freedom, and security. The Ministry of Interior outlined concrete steps and results under Chapter 24. Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari said EU membership is not only an economic and social project. He described it as a security …
TIRANA, April 3 – Kosova’s government has approved a draft law introducing temporary measures on essential products during market instability. The initiative aims to prevent price increases for basic goods during global crises. Prime Minister Albin Kurti said the law responds to repeated price shocks and market uncertainty. He stressed …
TIRANA, April 3 – On 1 April, the United Center in Chicago hosted a unique cultural event during the NBA game between the Chicago Bulls and Indiana Pacers. The event, Night of Albanian Heritage, was organised by the Albanian-American community in Illinois. The community said the event marked a first …