Israel-Albania business forum, Balluku: Trade exchanges between the two countries have increased
The Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku, participated in the business forum, Albania – Israel. In her speech, Balluku said that the two countries have a long history of friendship and cooperation. The minister said that in recent years there has been a growing dialogue between Albania and Israel, …
Seven post office employees arrested for embezzling pensions
Seven employees of the Albanian Post Office ended up in police custody this Thursday. They are accused of embezzling the pensions of citizens who live abroad as well as the payments of disabled people. Their arrest was made after the citizen’s complaint. Detainees worked in Dibra, Shkodra and Tropoja, while …
Fier, two injured in car crash
An accident happened this Thursday in the vicinity of “Qafa e Koshovices” in Fier, where two vehicles collided. A “Benz” type vehicle collided with a goods van and as a result of the strong collision the two drivers were injured, who were urgently sent to the regional hospital of Fier. …
Pogradec to host Formula 1 World Water Race in 2024
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced Thursday that in July 2024, Pogradec will host the Formula 1 World Water Race. Through the social networks, the Albanian Head of Government revealed that this is the forerunner of Formula 1 in car racing, which will come to Elbasan in a few years. “GOOD …
Fires in Greece/ Albanian operatives successfully complete the mission
Greece had a very difficult summer in terms of fires. Never before had a country in Europe experienced such a situation. Albania, as a neighboring country, came to his aid by sending specialized civil emergency troops and emergency members of the municipalities of Korça and Maliqi. After the successful completion …
Trade facilitation between Albania and Kosovo, enters in force the agreement on customs procedures
Businesses of Albania and Kosovo will have fewer controls at border points. This is after the decision which aims to facilitate the procedures at the border inspection points for products of non-animal origin came into force. This decision was taken to promote trade between the two countries, remove barriers, ease …
Librazhd, firewood sellers prosecuted on environmental crimes charges
Two administrators of two subjects that sold firewood in Librazhd were prosecuted but not detained, as they carried out activities in violation of the law. According to the police, the subjects in question did not declare the income, which they generated from the sale of wood. After the verifications, it …
Police operation destroys 87 cannabis plants in Lushnja/ Father, son and two of their relatives arrested
The police of Lushnja have arrested 4 people, father and son and two of their relatives, after cultivating cannabis narcotic plants. The “Blues” destroyed 87 cannabis sativa narcotic plants by burning them. The procedural materials were passed to the Prosecution at the Court of First Instance of Fier General Jurisdiction, …
Albanian Nobel laureate Ferid Murad passed away
The world-famous doctor, Nobel laureate in the physiology of medicine, Ferid Murad, was announced to have passed away on Tuesday. The bitter news was given by his friend from America, through a post on the social network “Facebook”. Ferid Murad originally from Gostivar was a doctor and pharmacologist and in …
Premier focuses on high influx of travelers in Rinas airport
Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama published this Wednesday morning a view from the runways of Rinas airport, which continues to be full of passengers, while Albania is experiencing a tourist boom. In the images published by Rama, there are many planes that pick up or drop off passengers at …
Eid al-Adha is one of the two most important holidays for Muslim believers, together with Eid al-Fitr. It marks a special moment in the Islamic calendar. Moreover, it is a day of reflection, sacrifice, and solidarity. Religious Meaning and Origins According to Islamic tradition, Eid al-Adha commemorates the willingness of …
Muslim believers across Albania are celebrating Eid al-Adha today, the holiday that symbolizes the great sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim, the father of prophets. Muslims across the country began the celebration early in the morning by gathering in mosques for prayers. In Tirana, hundreds of worshippers performed prayers on “Dëshmorët e …
Muslims across Albania today celebrate Eid al-Adha, one of Islam’s most important holidays. The holiday symbolizes sacrifice, devotion, and solidarity. Early in the morning, believers gathered in mosques across the country to perform Eid prayers. In Tirana, hundreds of worshippers prayed on “Dëshmorët e Kombit” Boulevard. After the prayer, the …
President Bajram Begaj today congratulated Muslim believers on Eid al-Adha. He wished Albanian families more prosperity, health, harmony, and kindness. He also highlighted the values that the holiday represents. Begaj said Eid al-Adha reminds people of sacrifice, devotion to God, solidarity, and care for those in need. Furthermore, he stressed …
Prime Minister Edi Rama tonight congratulated Muslim believers on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. Rama shared images from the celebration at the Grand Mosque of Tirana and wrote, “Blessed day, bright night. Happy Eid al-Adha.” Today, believers performed the Eid prayer on “Dëshmorët e Kombit” Boulevard in Tirana. The Albanian …
Acting Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti visited the Mufti of Kosovo, Naim Tërnava, at the headquarters of the Islamic Community of Kosovo on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. He said the holiday obliges people to show solidarity and generosity for the common good. Kurti also recalled the sacrifice of …
President Bajram Begaj welcomed the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference on Monday. He called it a historic moment for Albania’s European path. The conference officially opens the closing phase of accession talks with the European Union. Begaj said Albania took another important step toward the European family. He described EU integration …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania remains the most pro-European country in Europe after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference. Rama welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s focus on EU enlargement. He called the attention important and positive. He said enlargement was once a taboo topic, but that has changed. Rama called …
Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna said EU enlargement remains a top priority after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Tirana. Raouna spoke alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos. She commented on a letter from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about new ideas for …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has entered an advanced stage in its EU integration process after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference. He called the conference another major milestone for the country. Rama said Albania opened all negotiation chapters in just 11 months. He described the pace as fast and …