Anti-corruption resolution/ Rama: After the approval, the commission will be established
The anti-corruption resolution passed the agenda only with majority votes during the meeting of the Conference of Presidents, after the opposition abstained. Prime Minister Edi Rama, during his speech from the floor of the Assembly, said that after the approval of the anti-corruption resolution, the commission will be established. So …
A 28-year-old man falls from the construction site and dies
A serious incident happened in Tirana. A 28-year-old man died after falling from the height of a building while he was working. The incident happened around 08:00 on “Aleksandër Moisiu” street. So the investigation group is working to clarify the circumstances of the event. “On 27.05.2024, around 08:20, on “Aleksandër …
The hearing session for Fredi Beleri is postponed due to the lack of lawyers
The hearing for Fredi Beleri is postponed again. The Special Court sentenced him to 2 years and 6 months in prison for buying and selling votes The session scheduled to take place today has not taken place. The session was postponed because Beler’s lawyer did not appear at the session …
Credit collections scheme leads to arrests, license suspensions
TIRANA, May 26, 2024 – An Albanian court has ordered the arrest of several individuals in connection with a credit collections scheme that allegedly defrauded thousands of citizens. According to the prosecution, a non-banking lender and collection enforcement companies orchestrated a coercive scheme that used manipulative tactics to force debtors …
Diplomatic Realities: Lessons for Kosovo from the UN Vote on Srebrenica
By Muhamet Brajshori In a significant move, the United Nations General Assembly has passed a resolution establishing an annual International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide on July 11. This decision carries immense moral weight, serving to honor the memory of the victims and promote collective …
Drug trafficking, 4 people arrested in Fier, among them a policeman
Four people, including a policeman, have been arrested, while two others have been prosecuted by the Police Supervision Agency in the Fier-Berat region under the charge of producing and selling narcotics. Lorenc Gropa, with the duty of the General Patrol Service Body at the Fier Police Station, and three others …
Minister Hasani meeting with young people at MEPJ
The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, held a conversation with high school students, within the framework of the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe. In his welcoming speech, Minister Hasani emphasized the importance of education for democratic citizenship, as he described it as the foundation of …
Police seized 7 packages of cocaine in Durres, 2 arrested
A quantity of suspected narcotic substance cocaine was discovered in the port of Durrës. According to police sources, the narcotics, divided into packages, were hidden under the seat of the “B.Travel” van. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports that the police accompanied the driver of the vehicle. The suspected narcotic substance cocaine …
“National plan for security during the season”, Balla: The 6 additional police stations are ready
The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, emphasized that the implementation of the national plan “Safe Stay in Albania” has started to guarantee a tourist season. Present at the “Safe roads, safe tourism” conference, the minister said: “We expect to have an increase compared to the historical year of 2023 …
Azerbaijan’s international oil strategy
On May 23, 2024 was held the presentation of the documentary film “TRACE OF THE CENTURY” dedicated to the international oil strategy of the National Leader Heydar Aliyev, in the Tirana Times Bookhouse, Europa Hall, Titana, Albania. The event was held with the financial support of the State Support Agency …
Albania has implemented around 80% of the reforms required under the EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans, placing the country among the region’s top performers. The European Commission expects Albania to reach this milestone and ranks it alongside Montenegro as one of the best-performing countries in the Western Balkans. …
President Bajram Begaj attended the Ukraine–Southeast Europe Summit in Kyiv and the ceremonies marking Ukraine’s Statehood Day, reaffirming Albania’s strong support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, recovery, and European integration. “Albania has been clear and unwavering in its support for Ukraine. We stand with your independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity …
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi and Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu inspected the construction site of “Guna Tactical”, a major investment in Albania’s defense industry. The officials reviewed the project’s progress and highlighted its strategic role in creating a modern defense sector that will support economic growth, generate jobs, and strengthen …
Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi presented Albania’s Voluntary National Review (VNR) at the United Nations during the second day of the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development. The report highlights Albania’s progress in implementing the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Karakaçi said Albania presented concrete results, …
The Albanian Ambassadors’ Council has strongly condemned recent statements by Serbian Government Minister Snezhana Paunović, warning that such rhetoric threatens regional stability and contradicts European values. In a statement, the council said the remarks revive concepts linked to the ethnic cleansing of Albanians and raise concerns about Serbia’s continued distancing …
Justice Minister Toni Gogu gathered the heads of justice institutions to review the progress of Albania’s justice reform and discuss the challenges ahead in the country’s European integration process. Gogu said the next 12 months will be crucial for Albania’s EU accession path. He stressed that the main challenge is …
French Ambassador to Albania Catherine Suard highlighted the strong ties between France and Albania during a reception in Tirana marking France’s National Day. The event brought together senior Albanian officials, diplomats, media representatives, and civil society members. Suard reaffirmed France’s support for Albania’s EU integration. She said France believes Albania …
The RTSH Symphony Orchestra closed its artistic season with a performance of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. The festive concert featured soloists Eva Golemi, Vikena Kamenica, Amadi Lagha, and Artur Vera. Dritan Lumshi conducted the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet Choir. …
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Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj announced on Wednesday, following the government meeting, that the draft decision on the social security agreement with Slovenia had been approved in principle. The minister said that, under the new agreement, years of social security contributions will also be recognised by Slovenia. Ibrahimaj …