Berisha signs the requisition to CEC as DP chairman
Even though the Court of Appeal decided to return the case to the first instance, thus leaving Sali Berisha without the PD seal, the latter yesterday afternoon signed the letter to the CEC, for the registration of the party in the May 14 elections. In a report for ABC News, …
Rama host the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen
As it was announced yesterday, the prime minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, has arrived in Tirana for an official visit. She was hosted with an official ceremony by the Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama in the premises of the Prime Minister’s Office. After the ceremony, the leaders took a …
The Prime Minister of Denmark: Albania, a reliable partner for us!
The Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, said in a media conference in Tirana that she feels honored for visiting our country. She said that Albania is a reliable ally for Denmark. During her speech, Frederiksen did not spare the congratulations for Prime Minister Edi Rama, whom she described as …
National flag at half mast after Greece’s trains’ crash
Albanian national flag in front of Prime Minister’s Office has been lowered at half mast in honor of the victims that passed away due to the trains’ crash in Larissa area of Greece, among whom were also four Albanians. They have been identified as Ifijenia Micka, Pavlin Bozo, Joanis Xholla …
TNT explosion on Vau i Dejes electricity distributor’s premises
A deliberate explosion has been recorded this Sunday morning on the yard of the Electricity Distribution Operator in Albania (OSHEE) offices in the village of Bushat, Vau i Dejës. Due to the blast, two vehicles parked in the yard were damaged, but fortunately there are no reports of casualties. Meanwhile, …
Tirana Court Rules Retrial in Main Opposition Party’s Leadership Battle
Tirana’s Court of Appeals has accepted Enklejd Alibeaj’s request and ruled the retrial in the long leadership battle case within the main opposition Democratic Party. Original post Here
Today, the trial in the Appeal for the stamp of the DP
The Court of Appeal of Tirana is expected to consider today the appeal made by the official DP for the decision of the first instance, which recognized the Assembly of December 11, 2021 and Sali Berisha as the head of this political force. So far, the lawyers representing Enkelejd Alibeaj, …
PM Rama urges SPAK to investigate January 21 file
Prime Minister Edi Rama has called on the new justice bodies, namely the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) to investigate January 21, 2011, where four protesters were killed. Referring to a new audio-tape published in the media, PM Rama says that the justice now must do its …
Discrimination Forces Transgender Albanians to Self-Medicate, or Go Abroad
Because of a lack of legal recognition or adequate healthcare, many transgender Albanians take hormone therapy without medical supervision or seek expensive help abroad. Original post Here
Extradition hearing on russian spy postponed again
Hearing against the Russian citizen, Svetlana Timofoeva, has been postponed again this Friday for procedural reasons, and the next hearing is expected to be held on March 17. Field sources have confirmed that the Russian citizen requests that the request for her extradition be made in Russian. Timofeeva was arrested …
Kosovo’s Anti-Corruption Agency has published the annual asset declaration of Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The report shows that his rent has increased by €100, while his personal savings have decreased. There are no significant changes in his movable or immovable assets. Under real estate, Kurti lists an apartment owned by …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj, during an official visit to Washington, held a meeting at the U.S. Department of State with Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary for Economic Affairs. The visit took place במסגרת the annual meetings of the Albanian delegation with leaders of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. …
Doctors have denied complaints regarding the alleged malfunctioning of the Emergency Department at Kefalonia Hospital, following the death of 19-year-old Albanian woman, Myrto. The allegations were made by an anonymous woman, while the Hospital Workers’ Union of the General Hospital of Kefalonia has called for an investigation into the case. …
The Order of Pharmacists in Albania, in cooperation with the Chamber of Pharmacists of Kosovo, has opened the 8th Pharmaceutical Conference titled “Together for Pharmaceuticals.” Key topics discussed included the need for concrete reforms to address recurring issues in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as calls to establish European standards …
The General Directorate of Prisons has released details about a large-scale inspection carried out this Saturday at Peqin Prison, during which prohibited items were seized. Authorities also identified a suspected case involving narcotic substances and confirmed that two high-risk inmates serving life sentences have been transferred. Full statement: Under the …
Minister Hoxha Attends Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Focus on Dialogue and Western Balkans EU Integration
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, took part in the 3rd Meeting of the Peace Platform for the Balkans, at the invitation of his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan. Strengthening regional cooperation, the prospects for European integration, economic development, and energy security were among the main topics discussed. Ministers …
An evening filled with emotion and art was experienced at the “Lasgush Poradeci” theater hall in Pogradec, where the monodrama “Mother Teresa’s Dream – The Divine Human” was staged, serving as an artistic tribute to the iconic figure of Mother Teresa. The performance by actress Justina Aliaj, directed by Gëzim …
TIRANA, April 18 – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the “In Defence of Democracy” summit in Barcelona, where he met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at the opening of the event. Rama described Sanchez in a social media post as “a wise and courageous leader” and a valued partner. …
TIRANA, April 18 – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the fourth “In Defence of Democracy” summit held in Barcelona, Spain, joining leaders and officials for discussions on global democratic challenges. At the start of the summit, Rama met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. In a social media …
Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …