EU official: Cadastre reform key to European integration and Western Balkan economic growth
TIRANA, May 26 – The EU Chargé d’Affaires in Albania, Andre Rizzo, underlined the importance of cadastral reform and digital transformation at a regional conference on Western Balkan digitalisation and EU integration. He described the EU accession process as one of the most significant challenges for the region. In addition, …
Tirana hosts regional conference on digital transformation, PM Rama announces cadastral reform
TIRANA, May 26 – Albania hosted a regional conference in Tirana, bringing together Western Balkan countries around a shared vision for digital transformation, legal certainty on property, and European integration. At the conference, Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has opened all negotiation chapters with the European Union. In addition, …
Scientific book series by academic Rexhep Meidani promoted
TIRANA, May 26 – An international scientific conference titled “From the gigaworld to elementary particles, everything moves and self-organises: this is physics” was held at the Academy of Sciences. The event marked the promotion of a series of scientific works by academic Rexhep Meidani. The publications focus on space, time, …
Prosecutor highlights cooperation with European law enforcement agencies
TIRANA, May 26 – Prosecutor Vladimir Mara on Tuesday praised cooperation with the Bari Anti-Mafia Directorate and law enforcement agencies across Europe in operations targeting criminal groups. Speaking during a joint press conference with the Bari Anti-Mafia Directorate, Mara focused on a joint investigation that targeted a criminal group involved …
Albania joins International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation
TIRANA, May 26 – Albania has officially joined the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation, Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj announced on Tuesday. He said Albania joined countries that promote biodiversity protection through responsible and sustainable wildlife management. In addition, he confirmed the country’s commitment to a modern and science-based …
Pope Leo XIV receives President Bajram Begaj at the Vatican
TIRANA, May 26 – Pope Leo XIV received President of the Republic of Albania Bajram Begaj in an audience at the Vatican. The meeting focused on bilateral relations and developments in the Western Balkans. Meanwhile, President Begaj also held talks with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Holy …
Albania and EU hold today eighth intergovernmental accession conference in Brussels
TIRANA, May 26 – Albania and the European Union will hold the eighth Intergovernmental Conference on accession negotiations in Brussels today. The meeting is expected to advance reforms under Cluster 1 “Fundamentals”. The conference will confirm Albania’s fulfilment of interim benchmarks. It will also define final benchmarks for the cluster, …
Stable weather conditions, temperatures up to 35 degrees Celsius
TIRANA, May 26 – The Meteorological Military Service said Albania will experience relatively stable atmospheric conditions on Tuesday. The weather will feature clear skies. It will also include occasional moderate cloud cover over eastern mountainous areas during midday and afternoon hours. Meanwhile, local rainfall is expected in eastern and southern …
FM Hoxha in Lithuania says parliamentary cooperation key for EU path
TIRANA, May 26 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha held talks in Vilnius with Remigijus Motuzas, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Lithuanian Parliament. The meeting focused on inter-parliamentary cooperation and support for Albania’s EU integration process. Meanwhile, Hoxha highlighted the role of parliamentary diplomacy …
Rama: Durrës Coastline Moves Toward Modern Transformation
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Durrës is moving toward a modern transformation of its coastline. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in Durrës, Rama highlighted ongoing projects at Durrës Beach. He said the area has changed from a coastline once affected by sewage pollution into a growing urban …
Albania’s Tax Administration reported net tax revenue of ALL 40.1 billion in October 2026, exceeding the monthly target by ALL 200 million, or 0.6%. Revenue increased by ALL 4 billion, or 11.2%, compared with October 2025. The administration reported this growth despite a decline in trade volumes caused by protests. …
Albanian Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja announced the completion of restoration work at Borsh Castle, overlooking the Ionian coast on the Albanian Riviera. The project focused on consolidating the fortifications, preserving the monument’s authenticity and highlighting its historical and architectural features, including the Haxhi Bendo Mosque. The …
Greek authorities have reduced winter operating hours at Qafëbota, Albania’s southernmost border crossing with Greece. From November 1 to March 31, the crossing operates from 07:00 to 21:00 Greek time, cutting daily service by 4 hours. Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue announced the schedule. During summer, Qafëbota operates from …
Central Election Commission head Celibashi calls for electoral code changes ahead of local elections
Albania’s Central Election Commission head, Ilirjan Celibashi, has called for the implementation of recommendations from the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe’s election observers ahead of the May 9 local elections. He said lawmakers must align the Electoral Code with the new territorial division. The changes should address municipal …
Albanian Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro has presented the ministry’s proposed 2027 budget to the Assembly’s Committee on Education, Science and Sport. The ministry is set to receive ALL 67.95 billion, a 4.8% increase on the previous year. Kumbaro said all five budget programmes would receive more funding. Priorities include support …
Albanian footballers continued to make an impact in foreign leagues, with Ernest Muçi leading the weekend’s performances through a goal and an assist. Cristian Shpendi and Indrit Tuci also found the net for their clubs. Muçi helped Trabzonspor beat Gaziantep 2-0 in the Turkish league. He provided an assist late …
Partizani beat Teuta 1-0 in Durrës on Monday to close the 10th round of Albania’s Abissnet Superiore. The away win ended a run of six consecutive defeats and earned Partizani three important points. Egnatia strengthened their lead with a 2-1 victory over Tirana at Vora’s stadium. Teuta’s defeat also helped …
The jailed Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, accused Prime Minister Edi Rama had demanded his resignation as relation between two old political friends further deteriorate. Original post Here
Albania will see unsettled weather on Tuesday, with moderate to dense cloud cover and occasional clear spells. Temperatures will range from 4°C in Dibër to 19°C in Berat and Saranda, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Light, intermittent rain and brief thunderstorms are expected across most of the country from …
A new online platform called Save Youth aims to simplify reports of bullying, harassment and violence in schools. Students conceived the initiative. The Agency for Innovation developed the platform, with the Centre for the Prevention of Juvenile and Youth Crime acting as intermediary. The platform was presented at Sevasti Qiriazi …