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Rama signs 13 agreements between Albania-Kosovo, waiting for meeting with Kurti

Kurti asked for a meeting of the governments/ Rama signs the 13 agreements: his worries are over, now I’m waiting for the confirmation of the meeting Albanian government has submitted today to the Foreign Ministry of Kosovo to sign the 13 agreements of the joint meeting between the two governments …

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Two Durres men arrested on prostitution exploitation charges

Two people have been put in handcuffs by the Durres police this Thuesday, after being accused of practicing prostitution. According to the Durres police, a 38-year-old man and a young woman who were used for prostitution have been arrested. During the “Flower” operation, the citizen Tajar Vrenozi was arrested, his …

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Parliament decides on draft law to prevent doctors from leaving Albania

Parliament of Albania has decided this Thursday that the bill for medical students be discussed with an accelerated procedure. During the  session, it was decided with 64 votes in favor that the discussion will go through an accelerated procedure in the session of July 20, which is also the last …

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Special Court decision on incinerators issue expected

Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) has held this Thursday a session, where the judges heard the defense of the persons arrested in connection with the construction of the “incinerator of Elbasan”, including former Minister Lefter Koka and former Socialist MP, Alqi Blako. Koka and Bllako were present …

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Rama hosted by N. Macedonia’s PM in Skopje

Prime Minister Edi Rama arrived this Thursday in Skopje as part of his tour to the Western Balkans. Head of the Albanian government was hosted by the Prime Minister of North Macedonia, Dimitar Kovacevski, while he was also accompanied by the Minister of Defense, Niko Peleshi and Majlinda Dhuka, Albania’s …

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Kovacevski: Berlin process is important for the region, Albania has our support

Prime Minister Edi Rama is holding a press conference with his Macedonian counterpart, Dimitar Kovacevski, after the meeting within the regional tour of the head of the Albanian government. Kovacevski emphasized that the Berlin Process is important for the region and that Albania as the chair has its support. “Since …

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Rama: EU needs us, as much as we need them 

Prime Minister Edi Rama held a press conference together with his Macedonian counterpart Dimitar Kovacevski, after a meeting between them in Skopje, as part of the Balkan tour of the Prime Minister of Albania. Rama said that it was a very useful meeting and discussion in the conditions when Albania …

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Rama: “Open Balkan has done a great service to the region”  

Prime Minister Edi Rama, in a conference with his Macedonian counterpart, Dimitar Kovacesvski in Skope, was asked about Open Balkan process, whether or not it damages Kosovo. Rama said that this initiative has only brought good things to the region and whoever did not participate has made a mistake. “I …

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Rama start the tour in Balkan with Skopje

Prime Minister Edi Rama will start the Balkan tour today, where he will hold meetings in Skopje, Pristina, Belgrade, Sarajevo and Podgorica. The head of government’s first stop will be in North Macedonia, where he is expected to meet with Macedonian Prime Minister Dimitar Kovacevski at 11:00 a.m. today. At …

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Rama Conditions Medical Degrees on Five Years’ Work in Albania

To stop newly qualified doctors from leaving the country, medical students will now have to work for five years in Albania before getting their diplomas. Original post Here

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Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Suspicions Linger in Dropped Albania Smuggling Case

Prosecutors dropped a probe into the alleged smuggling of Russian oil through an Albanian port in 2023, but behind the vessel in question lies a network of individuals and companies linked by Ukrainian intelligence agents to an alleged ‘shadow fleet’ used by Russia to bypass sanctions and finance its war …

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Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen, Prime Minister Rama invited among group of honour guests

TIRANA, May 13 – Prime Minister Edi Rama will visit Aachen, Germany on May 13–14 as a special guest among around 700 personalities attending the Charlemagne Prize ceremony. Organisers described him as part of the group of honour guests. Turning to this year’s award, the Charlemagne Prize 2026 will go …

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Albanian and North Macedonian MPs discuss climate and environmental challenges in Struga

The parliamentary committees on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora and on Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Sustainable Development held a joint meeting in Struga, North Macedonia, on May 12-13. The OSCE organized the event. The meeting brought together MPs from Albania and North Macedonia, along with ambassadors and senior OSCE officials. During …

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Hoxha meets Swedish parliamentary delegation, discusses EU path

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met today in Tirana with a delegation from the Swedish Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Morgan Johansson. During the meeting, Hoxha praised Sweden’s continued support for Albania’s European Union integration process. He also highlighted Sweden’s contribution to Albania’s democratic, institutional and …

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Vengu meets Albanian students in North Macedonia, backs Albanian-language exams

Socialist Party MP Pirro Vengu met with Albanian students in Struga and Tetovo during his two-day visit to North Macedonia. During the meetings, Vengu said Albanian students are not asking for ethnic privileges. Instead, he said they are demanding what he called “European normality” by seeking to take state exams …

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University of Arts honors sculptor Kristaq Rama, certificate received by Zaho Rama

The University of Arts marked its 60th anniversary today. It awarded certificates of appreciation to more than 30 personalities. These individuals contributed to the institution’s development. The ceremony took place in Tirana. Students, alumni, professors and cultural figures attended the event. Among the honorees was sculptor Kristaq Rama. He was …

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Albania–Sweden dialogue on EU integration, Balla: Goal to close negotiations by 2027

A parliamentary dialogue on EU enlargement between Albania and Sweden was held today in Tirana at the “House of Europe”. The head of the Socialist Party parliamentary group Taulant Balla said Albania is closer than ever to full EU membership. He stated that the country’s goal is to close accession …

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Koçiu: Measures in place for safe and successful tourism season

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu presented a package of measures in Saranda to ensure a safe and successful tourism season. She said Albania has seen a sharp increase in tourist numbers over the past five years. However, she stressed that the country has managed the flow without major problems. Moreover, …

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Peleshi: Albania–Turkey strategic partnership continues to strengthen

Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met today with the new Turkish Ambassador to Albania Barış Ceyhun Erciyes. Peleshi said Albania and Turkey share a long-standing friendship and a consolidated strategic partnership. Moreover, he stressed that the relationship continues to strengthen in support of peace, security and economic development. In addition, …

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Koçiu: Modern “Welcome Center” in Saranda blends infrastructure and tradition

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu visited the “Welcome Center” in Saranda, a multifunctional facility that will open soon. She said the project combines modern infrastructure and European standards with Albania’s tradition of hospitality. Moreover, Koçiu toured the new building together with Saranda Mayor Oltion Çaçi. The site includes 100 public …

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Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Suspicions Linger in Dropped Albania Smuggling Case

Prosecutors dropped a probe into the alleged smuggling of Russian oil through an Albanian port in 2023, but behind the vessel in question lies a network of individuals and companies linked by Ukrainian intelligence agents to an alleged ‘shadow fleet’ used by Russia to bypass sanctions and finance its war …

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Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen, Prime Minister Rama invited among group of honour guests

TIRANA, May 13 – Prime Minister Edi Rama will visit Aachen, Germany on May 13–14 as a special guest among around 700 personalities attending the Charlemagne Prize ceremony. Organisers described him as part of the group of honour guests. Turning to this year’s award, the Charlemagne Prize 2026 will go …

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Albanian and North Macedonian MPs discuss climate and environmental challenges in Struga

The parliamentary committees on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora and on Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Sustainable Development held a joint meeting in Struga, North Macedonia, on May 12-13. The OSCE organized the event. The meeting brought together MPs from Albania and North Macedonia, along with ambassadors and senior OSCE officials. During …

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Hoxha meets Swedish parliamentary delegation, discusses EU path

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met today in Tirana with a delegation from the Swedish Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Morgan Johansson. During the meeting, Hoxha praised Sweden’s continued support for Albania’s European Union integration process. He also highlighted Sweden’s contribution to Albania’s democratic, institutional and …

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Vengu meets Albanian students in North Macedonia, backs Albanian-language exams

Socialist Party MP Pirro Vengu met with Albanian students in Struga and Tetovo during his two-day visit to North Macedonia. During the meetings, Vengu said Albanian students are not asking for ethnic privileges. Instead, he said they are demanding what he called “European normality” by seeking to take state exams …

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University of Arts honors sculptor Kristaq Rama, certificate received by Zaho Rama

The University of Arts marked its 60th anniversary today. It awarded certificates of appreciation to more than 30 personalities. These individuals contributed to the institution’s development. The ceremony took place in Tirana. Students, alumni, professors and cultural figures attended the event. Among the honorees was sculptor Kristaq Rama. He was …

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Albania–Sweden dialogue on EU integration, Balla: Goal to close negotiations by 2027

A parliamentary dialogue on EU enlargement between Albania and Sweden was held today in Tirana at the “House of Europe”. The head of the Socialist Party parliamentary group Taulant Balla said Albania is closer than ever to full EU membership. He stated that the country’s goal is to close accession …

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Koçiu: Measures in place for safe and successful tourism season

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu presented a package of measures in Saranda to ensure a safe and successful tourism season. She said Albania has seen a sharp increase in tourist numbers over the past five years. However, she stressed that the country has managed the flow without major problems. Moreover, …

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Peleshi: Albania–Turkey strategic partnership continues to strengthen

Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met today with the new Turkish Ambassador to Albania Barış Ceyhun Erciyes. Peleshi said Albania and Turkey share a long-standing friendship and a consolidated strategic partnership. Moreover, he stressed that the relationship continues to strengthen in support of peace, security and economic development. In addition, …

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Koçiu: Modern “Welcome Center” in Saranda blends infrastructure and tradition

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu visited the “Welcome Center” in Saranda, a multifunctional facility that will open soon. She said the project combines modern infrastructure and European standards with Albania’s tradition of hospitality. Moreover, Koçiu toured the new building together with Saranda Mayor Oltion Çaçi. The site includes 100 public …