New Central Hospital in QSUT, Rama-Manastirliu: A new beginning for health system
The new Central Hospital at QSUT was inaugurated today, a completely new hospital built from the ground up for internal diseases, in the “Mother Teresa” University Hospital Center complex. Prime Minister Edi Rama and the Minister of Health and Social Protection, Ogerta Manastirliu, have considered this investment the greatest work …
Race and Exclusion in State Socialism: African Students in Communist Albania
Albania once opened its doors to the children of anti-colonial figures in Africa, but they still faced suspicion and marginalisation. Original post Here
Domestic and Sexual Violence Sentences ‘Often Lenient’ in South-East Europe
Perpetrators of domestic and sexual violence in most south-east European countries often receive lenient sentences, while the burden of proof mainly falls on the victims, says a new report by the US State Department. Original post Here
New details on Fushë Kruja -Thumana fatal car crash
Police of Kruja has revealed that the driver who got injured in the accident during the early hours of this Tuesday morning on the Fushë Kruja – Thumana axis was Julian Koçaj, 34 years old. According to the police, the young man lost control over the vehicle and as a …
Car set on fire, police suspects for jealousy reasons
A car has been burned during Tuesday night in Allias area of Tirana, while the arson is suspected to have been intentional. Based on the released information, owner of the vehicle allegedly took the girlfriend to the suspected author two days ago. Fortunately, only the vehicle was damaged as a …
Former Bulqiza Municipality jurist left in prison for tender abuse
Special Court against Organized Crime and Corruption (GJKKO), has reconfirmed the measure set in absentia “prison arrest” for Leonard Daçi, a lawyer in the Municipality of Bulqiza, part of the group of officials of this institution who were arrested, including the mayor Lefter Alla. On the day of re-evaluation of …
PM Rama opens art exhibition in Athens
Prime Minister Edi Rama has opened this Tuesday an exhibition with his artistic creations in Athens. In his speech, while thanking his collaborators for making this exhibition possible, Rama invited those present to see his works, while he said that art does not need translation. “What you will see tonight, …
Bulgaria resident punished after caught with EUR 19.000 in Elbasan
Elbasan Police have prosecuted ed this Tuesday a citizen with the initials E.M, 59, resident in Bulgaria. During the physical search conducted on him were found and seized as material evidence the sum of 19,000 EUR. Authorities suspect that the money were smuggled into Albania, while Elbasan Prosecution is working …
Luftar Reci to testify on trial for murder of Vajdin Lame
Trial for the murder of Vajdin Lame and Klodian Saliu started in the Special Court against Organized Crime and Corruptin (GJKO) this Monday. Luftar Reci, who cooperated with the prosecutor’s office to solve the murders of 18 years ago, will testify today. Court hearing will take place behind closed doors, …
Hearing on ex-minister postponed due to judge’s absence
Absence of the judge in the case, Elton Frashëri, has led this Monday to the postponement of court hearing against former Interior Minister Saimir Tahiri. Decision to postpone the hearing was confirmed by Tahiri’s defense lawyer, Maks Haxhia. Tahiri requested a reduction of the sentence by 1 year and 6 …
TIRANA, April 22 – Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said the country has never been closer to the European Union during remarks at the Delphi Economic Forum in Greece. He made the comments during a discussion with Alexis Papahelas, editor-in-chief of Kathimerini. Rama addressed Albania’s position in a shifting geopolitical …
TIRANA, April 22 – Albania’s Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi was at construction of the Tirana 3 electricity substation near Petrela. He described the project as central to the capital’s energy security. The substation will create a ring connection with other grid facilities in Tirana. Karakaçi said rapid …
Edi Rama said in Athens that he aims to reach agreement with Greece within the year. He works with Kyriakos Mitsotakis to resolve all issues. During a talk with Alexis Papahelas of Kathimerini at the Delphi Economic Forum, Rama said the Beleri case created difficulties. However, he stressed that both …
Edi Rama said he informed Donald Trump about what he called “fantasy report” accusations against former KLA leaders. He spoke during a conversation with Alexis Papahelas at the Delphi Economic Forum. Rama said he raised concerns about the detention of Hashim Thaçi and other former KLA leaders in The Hague. …
Edi Rama said property issues affecting the Greek minority are the same as those affecting Albanians. He spoke during a discussion with Alexis Papahelas at the Delphi Economic Forum. Rama said the government treats these cases as a nationwide problem. However, he stressed that authorities give special attention to areas …
Edi Rama said Albania achieved judicial independence and called it a lifetime achievement. He spoke during a discussion with Alexis Papahelas at the Delphi Economic Forum. Rama said Albanians continue to emigrate. However, he noted that many are also returning. Therefore, he said the gap is narrowing. He added that …
Edi Rama said Albania has never been closer to the European Union. He spoke during a conversation with Alexis Papahelas at the Delphi Economic Forum during his visit to Greece. Rama said the Western Balkans are not forgotten. Instead, he said the region is in its best moment for EU …
Ferit Hoxha held a meeting with Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis on the sidelines of the Delphi Economic Forum. They continued a constructive dialogue on Albanian–Greek relations. Hoxha said the meeting followed earlier talks between the two Prime Ministers in Athens. He said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen …
Taulant Balla met EU rapporteur Andreas Schieder in Brussels to discuss Albania’s EU integration process and progress on reforms. Balla said the EU report on Albania, which will be voted on in AFET on 5 May, recognizes the country’s achievements. He described the report as an important roadmap that evaluates …
Edi Rama said Albania has a strong tradition of hospitality during a discussion with Alexis Papahelas at the Delphi Economic Forum. Rama explained that Albania has historically protected people in danger. He mentioned that during World War II, Albania sheltered Jews and did not hand them over to the Nazis. …