Rama in Durrës: Today’s Albania Is the Result of the Socialist Party’s Work
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:3cfe62b7-62b5-4dc3-be48-a40b2e2a74ff-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Monday afternoon for an event marking the opening of a series of meetings with socialists for the 35th anniversary of the Socialist …
Rama: Tomorrow Marks the Opening of the Final Phase of EU Negotiations, Albania Is Ready
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”cbe2db65-f8e7-466b-b4bc-212058fdd5b3″ data-turn-id-container=”cbe2db65-f8e7-466b-b4bc-212058fdd5b3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-15″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Prime Minister Edi Rama declared that Albania is closer than ever to the European Union. Speaking from Durrës during the 35th anniversary celebration of the Socialist Party of Albania in the city, Rama stated that starting tomorrow, the process of …
‘I consider Himara my place of origin,’ Dendias after meeting Rama: The Greek ethnic minority is a bridge of friendship
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:28455baa-0e1c-46e3-8107-4093d764c751-1″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:28455baa-0e1c-46e3-8107-4093d764c751-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias held a two-hour meeting with Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama at the Prime Minister’s Office on Monday. According to reports, the discussions focused, among other issues, on restarting dialogue over maritime zones and the continental …
Dendias: Agreement with Albania on convening the Commission for the Graves of Greek Soldiers
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias was received in a meeting by his Albanian counterpart Ermal Nufi, with the focus of the talks being the strengthening of bilateral cooperation between Albania and Greece, as well as the continuation of close dialogue in the fields of defense and security. While appreciating Greece’s …
Dendias visits the Orthodox Cathedral in Tirana, pays tribute at Archbishop Anastas’ grave
As part of his official visit to Albania and meetings with senior representatives of the Albanian government, Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias visited the Orthodox Cathedral of the “Resurrection of Christ,” where he was received by the Archbishop of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania, His Beatitude Archbishop Joani. “During the …
‘Dua’ by Blerta Basholli achieves historic success at Cannes, wins the prestigious ‘SACD’ award
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:28455baa-0e1c-46e3-8107-4093d764c751-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:28455baa-0e1c-46e3-8107-4093d764c751-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The film Dua by Kosovar director Blerta Basholli has placed Kosovo among the world’s film elite. Following its emotional premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, the film was honored with the prestigious “SACD” award, presented by the Society of Dramatic …
PM Rama receives Greek defence minister in Tirana
TIRANA, May 25 – Prime Minister Edi Rama received Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias in Tirana during his official visit to Albania. Meanwhile, Rama shared images from the meeting on social media. He described Dendias as a valued friend and a strong supporter of the strategic partnership between Albania and …
US congress members visit Balkans, Kosova trip also planned
TIRANA, May 25 – US congress members Keith Self, a Republican, and Suhas Subramanyam, a Democrat, are visiting Serbia. They will also visit the Presheva Valley, a region with an ethnic Albanian majority. Meanwhile, Serbian parliament speaker Ana Brnabic will receive the delegation in Belgrade. The congress members will also …
Prime Minister Rama to attend eighth intergovernmental conference with EU in Brussels
TIRANA, May 25 – Albania and the European Union will hold tomorrow the eighth Intergovernmental Conference on accession negotiations in Brussels. The meeting focuses on advancing reforms under Cluster 1 “Fundamentals” of the negotiation process. The conference will confirm Albania’s fulfilment of interim benchmarks. It will also define final benchmarks …
Opposition Democratic Party MP calls for special national status for Albanian Film Archive
TIRANA, May 25 – Democratic Party of the opposition MP Ina Zhupa, chair of the Committee on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora, visited the National Film Archive of Albania. Zhupa called for stronger institutional attention and concrete government support for the archive. She described it as a key institution for preserving …
TIRANA, June 8 – Albania launched the EU4FoodSafety project in Tirana on World Food Safety Day. The initiative aims to strengthen the food safety system and align it further with European standards. The Albanian government supports the project. The European Union and the German government finance it. It focuses on …
TIRANA, June 8 – Consumer prices in Albania continued to rise in May, pushing annual inflation to 3%, up from 2.2% a year earlier, according to data published by INSTAT. Meanwhile, the statistical institute said the increase over the past two months mainly reflects higher fuel prices. It linked the …
TIRANA, June 8 – A traditional stone coffee preparation ritual has become an attraction for tourists visiting Gjirokastër, where visitors now experience a local hospitality practice in the city’s historic bazaar. Artisan Lubjana Baho has set up a hospitality corner in one of the cobbled streets. Meanwhile, she introduces visitors …
TIRANA, June 8 – The EU4FoodSafety project will strengthen and modernise Albania’s food control systems, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Monday, describing the initiative as an important step toward aligning national standards with those of the European Union. The project, which the European Union and Germany support, will increase …
The Wom presents Gjipe Beach as one of the most spectacular natural sites in Albania. It highlights a dramatic canyon that opens directly onto a white-pebble beach and creates a strong contrast with the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea. Furthermore, the beach sits between Dhërmi and Himarë in southern …
TIRANA, June 8 – Albania established the State Central Archive on June 8, 1949, creating a key institution for preserving national memory. The government issued the founding decree on that date, and the institution initially operated under the Institute of Sciences in Tirana. Meanwhile, officials prepared internal regulations, which helped …
TIRANA, June 8 – Albin Kurti, the candidate for prime minister of the Self-Determination Movement, said on June 7 that he was ready to cooperate with other political parties after claiming victory in Kosova’s elections. Speaking to supporters at Prishtina’s “Skanderbeg” Square, Kurti called for the swift formation of a …
The choir of the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Popular Ensemble (TKOBAP) represented Albanian culture in Italy. It performed at the 36th edition of the Savigliano Choral Festival, alongside well-known choirs from Rome, Milan, and Turin. Furthermore, the Albanian choir presented a selection of Albanian musical works. It showcased …
TIRANA, June 8 – The Central Election Commission of Kosova said it completed the count of all ballot boxes in the parliamentary elections. Meanwhile, it reported that the Self-Determination Movement won 42.91% of votes, or 299,152 ballots. The Democratic Party of Kosova followed with 21.12%, or 174,220 votes. The Democratic …
TIRANA, June 8 – Librazhd opened a multifunctional centre for persons with disabilities, offering integrated care and support services for people with special needs and their families. Health and Social Welfare Minister Evis Sala and Librazhd Mayor Mariglen Disha inspected the facility. They met staff, children with disabilities and their …