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Rama introduces AI public servant of E-Albania

Prime Minister Edi Rama presented this Thursday the Public Servant of Artificial Intelligence, which is the virtual assistant 1.0 of every citizen in e-Albania. During the presentation, the Head of Government revealed that the “servant” will be at the service of every citizen at every hour and for every application. …

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Former PM Berisha expected to be sentenced to house arrest by Special Court

Special Court is expected to decide this Thursday on the request of the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) to review the security measure “house arrest” for former Prime Minister Sali Berisha. Just a day ago, the Anticorruption Court could not comment on the proposal of SPAK that …

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Former-PM son’s call to SPAK after questioning by Special Court

Son of Former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, Shkelzen Berisha spoke this Wednesday after leaving the Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO), where he was questioned regarding the Gerdeci case. In his media statement, Shkelzen Berisha declared that he has no idea who sent the fax with the inscription …

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Chief of Drenova prison’s guard arrested after Peqin murder

Internal Control Service of Prisons arrested this Wednesday the Chief of Police of the prison of Drenova, Mariglen Kadiu. According to the local media, his arrest is related to the recent events in Peqin prison, where Sokol Mjacaj killed Arben Lleshi with a gun and injured Indrit Shaqjan. Kadiu is …

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Democratic Party seal’s issue returned for adjudication by High Court

High Court decided this Wednesday to return for a retrial to the Court of Appeal the issue of who owns the seal of DP Basha or Berisha. After finding irregularities in the process of examining the case, the High Court overturned the appeal decision. “Civil College of the Supreme Court …

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Special Court to decide on leaving former PM Berisha under house arrest

Hearing against former Prime Minister Sali Berisha for the approval of the Prosecutor’s Office’s request for “house arrest” for the investigative file on the privatization of the former “Partizani” sports complex will be held this Wednesday, at 11:00. On Tuesday, the session was postponed due to the request of the …

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Berisha’s son summoned at Special Court for Gerdec case

Son of Former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, Shkëlzen Berisha, like his father, will face the Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) this Wednesday. Hearing for the Gërdeci case will be held at 09:00 and will be judged by judge Irena Gjoka. GJKKO has called the son of the …

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Special Court to impose arrest measure in former PM Berisha

Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) will decide this Thursday the measure of arrest for former Prime Minister Sali Berisha. Special Prosecution (SPAK) sent a request to the court to replace the mandatory security measure with house arrest. Request was filed on Friday, and judge Irena Gjoka is …

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Lushnja mall’s fire extinguished after about ten hours

“Metropol” shopping center in the city of Lushnja was engulfed in flames on Monday, and it took the firefighters about ten hours to extinguish the flames. Firefighters and other rescue teams fought the flames for about ten hours, making it possible to extinguish them and evacuate the citizens, who had …

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Rama: Over ten million tourists entered Albania until Christmas evening

Oer 10 million foreign tourists have entered Albania until Monday evening. This figure was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama through a reaction on his official Facebook page. Furthermore, Prime Minister Rama said that this figure was unimaginable years ago, but nowadays it is an achieved objective. “Together with Christmas, …

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Fuel price transparency board discontinued as prices stabilize, Minister of Economy and Innovation says

TIRANA, June 19 – Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj said the government has decided to end the Fuel Transparency Board. The mechanism had operated for several months to monitor and regulate fuel prices in the market. Speaking after the government meeting, Ibrahimaj said the decision followed a period …

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“Zvërnec”, Economy and Innovation Minister Ibrahimaj: Project still in study phase, any development must meet environmental standards

TIRANA, June 18 – The government has not yet approved a final project for a possible tourist resort in Zvërnec, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said. Speaking after the government meeting, Ibrahimaj said the process remains in the study and design phase. She added that no final project has …

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Albania reaffirms support for Ukraine

TIRANA, June 19 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi took part in the 35th meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Brussels, where defence ministers from NATO member states and partner countries discussed the latest security developments and the situation in Ukraine. Following the meeting, Nufi said Albania reaffirms its …

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Albania Women Draw Wales in 2027 World Cup Play-Offs

Albania’s women’s national football team learned their opponents for the first and second rounds of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 play-offs on Thursday. Following the draw at UEFA headquarters, Albania will face Wales in the first round. If the Albanian side advances, it will meet the winner of …

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July brings higher demand at travel agencies in Kukës

TIRANA, June 19 – July has brought increased activity to travel agencies in Kukës as emigrants return for their summer holidays. Agency staff report stronger demand for bookings and travel services from people visiting their families during this period. Meanwhile, agencies have also recorded growing interest from local residents planning …

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Government approves three laws on European companies, EU alignment and business cooperation will improve

TIRANA, June 19 – The government has approved three new laws on European companies, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj announced. She said the measures aim to align Albanian legislation with European Union standards and strengthen cooperation between Albanian and European companies. Ibrahimaj said the package is part of a …

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Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister reviews public beaches in Kavaja, stresses equal access for visitors

TIRANA, June 19 – As the summer tourism season begins, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports continues to focus on the management of public coastal areas. In Kavaja’s public beaches, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja conducted site visits and spoke with residents and visitors about the implementation …

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Higher traffic at Kapshtica border crossing, over 21,000 travellers in five days

TIRANA, June 19 – The Kapshtica border crossing with Greece has recorded increased traffic during the past five days. According to official data, around 21,000 travellers and more than 8,400 vehicles passed through the border crossing during this period. Meanwhile, the General Directorate of Customs said authorities have introduced organisational …

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“The Sun”: Replace Spain with Albania, a European destination with stunning beaches and authentic traditions

TIRANA, June 19 – The British media outlet “The Sun” reports that Albania is emerging as an alternative European destination with stunning beaches, mountains, and authentic traditions. In addition, it says travellers are increasingly moving away from crowded destinations such as Spain, France, and Italy in search of more affordable …

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Belgian daily Nieuwsblad: Five days in Albania reveal beaches, history and hospitality

TIRANA, June 19 – Belgian newspaper Nieuwsblad describes Albania as a rapidly developing destination that combines natural beauty, cultural heritage and authentic traditions. The report follows a five-day journey across the country, highlighting both Albania’s strengths and areas that still need improvement. According to Nieuwsblad, the trip began in Tirana …

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Fuel price transparency board discontinued as prices stabilize, Minister of Economy and Innovation says

TIRANA, June 19 – Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj said the government has decided to end the Fuel Transparency Board. The mechanism had operated for several months to monitor and regulate fuel prices in the market. Speaking after the government meeting, Ibrahimaj said the decision followed a period …

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“Zvërnec”, Economy and Innovation Minister Ibrahimaj: Project still in study phase, any development must meet environmental standards

TIRANA, June 18 – The government has not yet approved a final project for a possible tourist resort in Zvërnec, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said. Speaking after the government meeting, Ibrahimaj said the process remains in the study and design phase. She added that no final project has …

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Albania reaffirms support for Ukraine

TIRANA, June 19 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi took part in the 35th meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Brussels, where defence ministers from NATO member states and partner countries discussed the latest security developments and the situation in Ukraine. Following the meeting, Nufi said Albania reaffirms its …

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Albania Women Draw Wales in 2027 World Cup Play-Offs

Albania’s women’s national football team learned their opponents for the first and second rounds of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 play-offs on Thursday. Following the draw at UEFA headquarters, Albania will face Wales in the first round. If the Albanian side advances, it will meet the winner of …

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July brings higher demand at travel agencies in Kukës

TIRANA, June 19 – July has brought increased activity to travel agencies in Kukës as emigrants return for their summer holidays. Agency staff report stronger demand for bookings and travel services from people visiting their families during this period. Meanwhile, agencies have also recorded growing interest from local residents planning …

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Government approves three laws on European companies, EU alignment and business cooperation will improve

TIRANA, June 19 – The government has approved three new laws on European companies, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj announced. She said the measures aim to align Albanian legislation with European Union standards and strengthen cooperation between Albanian and European companies. Ibrahimaj said the package is part of a …

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Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister reviews public beaches in Kavaja, stresses equal access for visitors

TIRANA, June 19 – As the summer tourism season begins, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports continues to focus on the management of public coastal areas. In Kavaja’s public beaches, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja conducted site visits and spoke with residents and visitors about the implementation …

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Higher traffic at Kapshtica border crossing, over 21,000 travellers in five days

TIRANA, June 19 – The Kapshtica border crossing with Greece has recorded increased traffic during the past five days. According to official data, around 21,000 travellers and more than 8,400 vehicles passed through the border crossing during this period. Meanwhile, the General Directorate of Customs said authorities have introduced organisational …

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“The Sun”: Replace Spain with Albania, a European destination with stunning beaches and authentic traditions

TIRANA, June 19 – The British media outlet “The Sun” reports that Albania is emerging as an alternative European destination with stunning beaches, mountains, and authentic traditions. In addition, it says travellers are increasingly moving away from crowded destinations such as Spain, France, and Italy in search of more affordable …

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Belgian daily Nieuwsblad: Five days in Albania reveal beaches, history and hospitality

TIRANA, June 19 – Belgian newspaper Nieuwsblad describes Albania as a rapidly developing destination that combines natural beauty, cultural heritage and authentic traditions. The report follows a five-day journey across the country, highlighting both Albania’s strengths and areas that still need improvement. According to Nieuwsblad, the trip began in Tirana …