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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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Kosovan literary figure and political thinker Rexhep Qosja dies aged 89

TIRANA, April 23 – Rexhep Qosja, a leading Kosovan literary scholar, public intellectual and political thinker, has passed away aged 89. Born in 1936 in Vuthaj (Montenegro), Qosja became one of the most influential voices in Albanian-language intellectual life. He worked across literature, academia and public debate, with influence in …

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Two cruise ships dock in Durrës as Albania sees rising Mediterranean tourism interest

TIRANA, April 23 – The Port of Durrës received two cruise ships carrying foreign tourists as Albania continued to attract growing interest in Mediterranean cruise tourism. Around 150 passengers arrived aboard the vessels “Monet” and “La Belle de l’Adriatique”. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the arrivals, describing the …

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International Cultural Weeks: Pag brings Croatian traditions and heritage to Tirana

The colors, rhythms and traditions of the Croatian town of Pag reached the heart of Tirana today, introducing Albanian audiences to the rich cultural heritage of the Croatian island. At Skanderbeg Square, artists from Pag presented a festive performance featuring traditional music and dances in colorful folk costumes. They then …

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European Week of Sport: Gonxhja calls for more sports spaces and activities in neighborhoods

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja took part in the “European Week of Sport – Be Active Live from the Art Park” event. He highlighted the need to create more sports spaces and activities in local neighborhoods. Gonxhja thanked the participants and said the event aims to bring …

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Rama: National Council for Children with Disabilities, financial bonus for support teachers

Prime Minister Edi Rama met with a group of parents today to discuss the creation of a National Council for Children with Disabilities and ways to strengthen the support-teacher system. Minister of Health and Social Welfare Klodiana Spahiu, Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro and State Social Service Director Reme Lala …

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Hoxha meets Austrian counterpart: Albania’s EU progress praised

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met with Austria’s Federal Minister for Europe Claudia Bauer in Vienna during the high-level ministerial meeting “Slavkov 3 – Western Balkans”. Hoxha and Bauer discussed Albania’s EU accession process, the country’s ongoing reform agenda and key priorities in the negotiations. Hoxha expressed …

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EU path, Hoxha in Vienna: Albania making merit-based progress

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha took part in a high-level meeting of European affairs ministers from the Slavkov format countries and the Western Balkans in Vienna on September 29, 2026. The Slavkov format brings together Austria, Czechia and Slovakia, along with the Western Balkan countries. Austrian Federal …

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Ambassador Wendt begins mission in Tirana as US flag raised at official residence

New U.S. Ambassador to Albania Eric Wendt has officially taken up his post, as the U.S. Marine Corps raised the American flag at the ambassador’s official residence. The U.S. Embassy in Tirana announced that the U.S. Marine Corps raised the American flag at the official residence to mark the beginning …

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Teodor Laço remembered on what would have been his 90th birthday

September 29 marks the 90th anniversary of the birth of renowned Albanian writer and screenwriter, and former Culture Minister, Teodor Laço. Laço was born on September 29, 1936, in the village of Dardhë, Korçë. He studied Agronomy at the University of Tirana. However, his early passion for writing shaped his …

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EU Ambassador meets Demo: Rule of law at center of Albania’s EU path

Minister of Interior Ervin Demo met today with EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa. The ambassador congratulated Demo on his appointment and stressed the importance of strengthening the rule of law as Albania moves toward EU membership. During the meeting, the two officials discussed priorities and challenges related …

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Rama: Zvernec project will be decided based on environmental impact

Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke today about protests against the planned investment in Zvernec. He said scientific assessments and the project’s environmental impact will determine whether construction moves forward. Speaking at the Euronews Summit 2026, Rama said the investment has no political link to Donald Trump. Instead, he said investors …

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Albania dominate San Marino, lead 2-0 at half-time

Albania dominated San Marino in their second Group C1 match of the UEFA Nations League. The Red and Blacks needed less than 27 minutes to take control at the San Marino Stadium. Anis Mehmeti opened the scoring in the 21st minute. Just five minutes later, Myrto Uzuni doubled Albania’s lead. …

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International Cultural Weeks: Pag brings Croatian traditions and heritage to Tirana

The colors, rhythms and traditions of the Croatian town of Pag reached the heart of Tirana today, introducing Albanian audiences to the rich cultural heritage of the Croatian island. At Skanderbeg Square, artists from Pag presented a festive performance featuring traditional music and dances in colorful folk costumes. They then …

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European Week of Sport: Gonxhja calls for more sports spaces and activities in neighborhoods

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja took part in the “European Week of Sport – Be Active Live from the Art Park” event. He highlighted the need to create more sports spaces and activities in local neighborhoods. Gonxhja thanked the participants and said the event aims to bring …

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Rama: National Council for Children with Disabilities, financial bonus for support teachers

Prime Minister Edi Rama met with a group of parents today to discuss the creation of a National Council for Children with Disabilities and ways to strengthen the support-teacher system. Minister of Health and Social Welfare Klodiana Spahiu, Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro and State Social Service Director Reme Lala …

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Hoxha meets Austrian counterpart: Albania’s EU progress praised

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met with Austria’s Federal Minister for Europe Claudia Bauer in Vienna during the high-level ministerial meeting “Slavkov 3 – Western Balkans”. Hoxha and Bauer discussed Albania’s EU accession process, the country’s ongoing reform agenda and key priorities in the negotiations. Hoxha expressed …

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EU path, Hoxha in Vienna: Albania making merit-based progress

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha took part in a high-level meeting of European affairs ministers from the Slavkov format countries and the Western Balkans in Vienna on September 29, 2026. The Slavkov format brings together Austria, Czechia and Slovakia, along with the Western Balkan countries. Austrian Federal …

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Ambassador Wendt begins mission in Tirana as US flag raised at official residence

New U.S. Ambassador to Albania Eric Wendt has officially taken up his post, as the U.S. Marine Corps raised the American flag at the ambassador’s official residence. The U.S. Embassy in Tirana announced that the U.S. Marine Corps raised the American flag at the official residence to mark the beginning …

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Teodor Laço remembered on what would have been his 90th birthday

September 29 marks the 90th anniversary of the birth of renowned Albanian writer and screenwriter, and former Culture Minister, Teodor Laço. Laço was born on September 29, 1936, in the village of Dardhë, Korçë. He studied Agronomy at the University of Tirana. However, his early passion for writing shaped his …

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EU Ambassador meets Demo: Rule of law at center of Albania’s EU path

Minister of Interior Ervin Demo met today with EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa. The ambassador congratulated Demo on his appointment and stressed the importance of strengthening the rule of law as Albania moves toward EU membership. During the meeting, the two officials discussed priorities and challenges related …

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Rama: Zvernec project will be decided based on environmental impact

Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke today about protests against the planned investment in Zvernec. He said scientific assessments and the project’s environmental impact will determine whether construction moves forward. Speaking at the Euronews Summit 2026, Rama said the investment has no political link to Donald Trump. Instead, he said investors …

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Albania dominate San Marino, lead 2-0 at half-time

Albania dominated San Marino in their second Group C1 match of the UEFA Nations League. The Red and Blacks needed less than 27 minutes to take control at the San Marino Stadium. Anis Mehmeti opened the scoring in the 21st minute. Just five minutes later, Myrto Uzuni doubled Albania’s lead. …