Ferry, five boats blocked on Koman lake
A ferry and five boats built in an artisanal manner that were operating in Lake Komani, were blocked this Tuesday by the police, after checks carried out as part of the police operation coded “Komani”. According to the police, the ferry was unregistered with the tax authorities, had unregistered employees, …
“Opposition is in a dramatic situation”, Topi: The citizens do not have a representative
Former president Bamir Topi has declared that the current opposition is non-existent. Invited to the show “Good morning with Bashkim Hoxha” on ABC News, he said that the citizens have no one to represent them and this is a big problem. According to Topi, there is no opposition, but only …
30 residents poisoned from drinking water, a 64-yeard old man under investigation
A 64-year-old man has been criminally prosecuted after being accused of polluting the water where 30 residents of the village of Gjoricë were poisoned. According to the police, it has been learned that criminal proceedings have begun against the 64-year-old man, who is accused of contaminating the drinking water, as …
KAS request to CEC to open the ballot boxes for the Municipality of Belsh
The Complaints and Sanctions Commission (KAS) will ask the Central Election Commission to reopen the ballot boxes for the Municipality of Belsh. The decision was taken at the meeting held this Monday, where the two members of KAS, Ledio Braho and Elvis Çela, made the request. Meanwhile, KAS decided to …
Republicans seek laws against russian, chinese presence in Albania
Chairman of the Republican Party, Fatmir Mediu, has addressed this Monday in the Assembly the concern of Russian and Chinese influence in the Balkans. In his speech, Mediu said that the Assembly should not act as if Russia and China have no influence in Albania, but should adopt laws that …
Debates in the Assembly, Manastirliu: The judiciary should do their job
The arrests in the Ministry of Health caused debates in the plenary session today. Minister Ogerta Manastirliu said that the institution she leads distances itself from this event and that the judiciary must do their work, it seems emphasized that the responsibility is individual. “My position is firm and clear. …
Former PM of Kosovo: Our partners do not trust as before
Former Prime Minister Isa Mustafa still sees the situation in the north of Kosovo as fragile. In a direct conversation with the studio of Tirana Live, on ABC News, Mustafa said that he does not expect any reflection from today’s meeting between Albin Kurti and US and EU officials, Escobar …
‘Together We Win’ requested a recount of votes in Elbasan
Even after the recount of the ballots in 3 polling centers in Elbasan, at the request of the coalition “Bashkë Fitojmë”, the result for the mayor remains unchanged. The Complaints and Sanctions Commission stated that the result after the re-counting of the sheets was in accordance with the one produced …
Bardhi press conference after the Democratic Party group meeting
At the end of the meeting of the parliamentary group of Democratic Party, Gazment Bardhi announced that the decision made at the meeting will be published by the press office. ABC News learns that until the election of the president, the party will be led by Gazment Bardhi and Jorida …
Dream Vacation? Albania’s Tourism Hopes Risk Being Blighted by Shortages
Albania is jumping up the international tourism rankings – but a chronic lack of infrastructure and workers suggests that the sector’s true potential may not be realised. Original post Here
A delegation from Albania’s Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR) joined the 65th edition of the Panta Rhei Conference in Dublin. The conference brought together technology, innovation and public administration experts from EU paying agencies, member states and candidate countries. During the event, the Albanian delegation explored the latest …
Prime Minister Edi Rama awarded renowned violinist and musician Tedi Papavrami with the “Star of the Officer of the Supreme Order of the Eagle” on behalf of the President of the Republic. The ceremony took place at Eden Park inside the Prime Minister’s Office. Rama described Papavrami as “a shining …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, met with Andreas Schieder during his visit to Brussels. Hoxha praised Schieder’s work and continued commitment following the recent resolution on Albania adopted by the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET). He said the report sends a strong and encouraging …
Renowned violinist Tedi Papavrami said he has never lost his connection with Albania, despite the difficult and contradictory chapters of his life linked to the country. Papavrami spoke during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tirana, where Prime Minister Edi Rama presented him with the “Star of the …
TIRANA, May 11 – BBC has published an extensive guide to the 35 competing songs in Eurovision Song Contest 2026 and has given special attention to Albania’s entry “Nan” by Alis. The British broadcaster placed Albania in its category of songs with culturally rich lyrics and described “Nan” as one …
Albania’s Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo held an official meeting with Greece’s ambassador to Albania, Lambrini Komini. During the talks, Demo highlighted the strong good-neighbourly relations between Albania and Greece. He stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of shared interest. He said the partnership …
Delina Ibrahimaj attends the Western Balkans employment conference in Berlin under the Berlin Process. She joins ministers and international partners. Germany’s Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs organizes the event. The conference launches the Joint Action Plan for Employment and Social Policies for the Western Balkans. The plan strengthens …
Representatives from Albania, Italy, and Portugal gather in Tirana and discuss inclusive governance in rural and mountain areas. They exchange experiences and share best practices on civic engagement and democratic participation. The conference “Mountain Voices for Engaged and Sustainable Democracy” (MOVES) takes place in Tirana and brings together local and …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha meets Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Stenergard in Brussels. The meeting takes place during the EU Foreign Affairs Council session. First, Hoxha confirms excellent relations between Albania and Sweden. He also highlights their partnership as NATO allies. In addition, both sides exchange views …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj attends the “Strengthening Internal Audit” conference in Tirana. The Institute of Internal Auditors Albania organizes the event. Bank of Albania Governor Gent Sejko and IIA Global President Anthony Pugliese also attend. Malaj says internal audit is a key pillar of good governance, transparency, and financial integrity. …