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Rama Presents the “Aleksandër Moisiu” Campus Project in Durrës: It Is a Result of the Student Protests’ Demands

Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Tuesday to attend the presentation of the final proposals from the International Competition for the New “Aleksandër Moisiu” University Campus. During his remarks, Rama said the project is a direct outcome of the demands raised during the 2018 student protests. “This is …

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Rama Presents the “Aleksandër Moisiu” Campus Project in Durrës: It Is a Result of the Student Protests’ Demands

Prime Minister Edi Rama was in Durrës on Tuesday to attend the presentation of the final proposals from the International Competition for the New “Aleksandër Moisiu” University Campus. During his remarks, Rama said the project is a direct outcome of the demands raised during the 2018 student protests. “This is …

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Defense Minister: Using the KLA’s Name for Politics Is the Greatest Shame

Defense Minister Ermal Nufi has joined the reactions against Dritan Goxhaj, who has emerged as a leading voice articulating the demands of Monday’s protest. In a public statement, Nufi said that the name of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) should not be used for personal or political interests. The minister …

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Defense Minister: Using the KLA’s Name for Politics Is the Greatest Shame

Defense Minister Ermal Nufi has joined the reactions against Dritan Goxhaj, who has emerged as a leading voice articulating the demands of Monday’s protest. In a public statement, Nufi said that the name of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) should not be used for personal or political interests. The minister …

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Albania Signs Agreement with Italian Energy Company, Rama: Strategic Oil Reserve to Be Created

Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A. for a feasibility study on establishing national capacities for the supply and storage of oil and gas products. During his remarks, Rama said the project is linked to the government’s …

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Albania Signs Agreement with Italian Energy Company, Rama: Strategic Oil Reserve to Be Created

Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A. for a feasibility study on establishing national capacities for the supply and storage of oil and gas products. During his remarks, Rama said the project is linked to the government’s …

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Rama to Convene Socialist Party Regional Political Leaders on Wednesday

Prime Minister Edi Rama will hold a meeting with the Socialist Party’s political leaders from across Albania’s regions on Wednesday at 08:30 at the party’s headquarters. The meeting comes just days after an expanded gathering with the parliamentary group and government officials, and at a time when protests have been …

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Rama to Convene Socialist Party Regional Political Leaders on Wednesday

Prime Minister Edi Rama will hold a meeting with the Socialist Party’s political leaders from across Albania’s regions on Wednesday at 08:30 at the party’s headquarters. The meeting comes just days after an expanded gathering with the parliamentary group and government officials, and at a time when protests have been …

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Albania Signs Cooperation Memorandum with ENI, Karakaçi: A National Hub for Energy Products

Albania has taken another significant step toward strengthening its energy security. In the presence of Prime Minister Edi Rama, Ministers Enea Karakaçi and Delina Ibrahimaj, on behalf of the Albanian government, signed a Cooperation Memorandum with the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A.. The agreement paves the way for assessing the …

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Albania Signs Cooperation Memorandum with ENI, Karakaçi: A National Hub for Energy Products

Albania has taken another significant step toward strengthening its energy security. In the presence of Prime Minister Edi Rama, Ministers Enea Karakaçi and Delina Ibrahimaj, on behalf of the Albanian government, signed a Cooperation Memorandum with the Italian energy company Eni S.p.A.. The agreement paves the way for assessing the …

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Alpine Theth stays busy as summer tourism peaks

TIRANA, July 10 – The mountain village of Theth, located 70 kilometres from Shkodër, continues to rank among Albania’s most popular summer destinations. Large numbers of Albanian and foreign visitors are exploring the area during the peak tourist season. They come to experience Theth’s natural beauty as well as its …

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Kosova’s political leaders begin talks to form new institutions

TIRANA, July 10 – Kosova’s political leaders began talks on Thursday to establish new institutions following the snap parliamentary elections held on 7 June. Acting Prime Minister and Self-Determination Movement leader Albin Kurti met Democratic Party of Kosova leader Bedri Hamza at the Assembly. Later in the day, Kurti is …

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Shkodra landscapes chosen for Honda’s international advertising campaign

The stunning landscapes of the Shkodër region have become the backdrop for Honda’s latest advertising campaign, showcasing Albania’s growing appeal for international productions. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images from the commercial and said the project highlights Shkodra’s rise as an important destination for high-level film and advertising productions. In …

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Kanye West concert expected to boost Tirana’s profile for major international events

TIRANA, July 10 – The Kanye West concert on 11 July is set to place Tirana among the capitals capable of hosting major international music events. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said the concert represents more than a live performance. He described it as a strategic test of …

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Porto Palermo Festival returns for its sixth edition with a rich summer program

The sixth edition of the Porto Palermo Festival will bring 12 nights of music and artistic performances to the Albanian Riviera from July 30 to August 16. Festival founder Olen Cesari has prepared a diverse program featuring renowned Albanian and international artists, transforming the historic Porto Palermo Castle into a …

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Government launches Urban Renaissance 2.0 programme

TIRANA, July 10 – The Albanian government has launched the Urban Renaissance 2.0 programme, a new initiative that aims to transform communities, support local economic growth and strengthen cooperation between central and local government. State Minister for Local Government Ervin Demo described the programme as an ambitious plan designed to …

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Urban development program to support economic growth across municipalities

TIRANA, July 10 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj presented the government’s vision for economic development and entrepreneurship support during the “Urban Renaissance 2.0” event. She said the new urban development program goes beyond city revitalization. According to Ibrahimaj, it aims to create a development model that supports sustainable …

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Additional ALL 1.5 billion allocated to strengthen justice system

TIRANA, July 10 – Justice Minister Toni Gogu announced that a normative act approved on June 30 has secured more than ALL 1.5 billion in additional funds for the Ministry of Justice and its dependent institutions for the 2026–2028 period. According to the minister, the funds will support infrastructure improvements, …

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PM Rama unveils EUR 1.5 billion plan for a new phase of urban development in Albania

TIRANA, July 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama presented the “Urban Renaissance 2.0” programme, an ambitious development initiative that aims to further transform Albania’s urban landscape with a EUR 1.5 billion funding target. According to Rama, the new programme responds to a new stage of Albania’s development, where citizens have …

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PM Rama: Albania has entered a new phase of development

TIRANA, July 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has entered a new phase of development, where improved standards have increased citizens’ expectations for better services and greater dignity in daily life. During the presentation of the “Urban Renaissance 2.0” programme, Rama said society’s new demands should not be …

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Alpine Theth stays busy as summer tourism peaks

TIRANA, July 10 – The mountain village of Theth, located 70 kilometres from Shkodër, continues to rank among Albania’s most popular summer destinations. Large numbers of Albanian and foreign visitors are exploring the area during the peak tourist season. They come to experience Theth’s natural beauty as well as its …

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Kosova’s political leaders begin talks to form new institutions

TIRANA, July 10 – Kosova’s political leaders began talks on Thursday to establish new institutions following the snap parliamentary elections held on 7 June. Acting Prime Minister and Self-Determination Movement leader Albin Kurti met Democratic Party of Kosova leader Bedri Hamza at the Assembly. Later in the day, Kurti is …

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Shkodra landscapes chosen for Honda’s international advertising campaign

The stunning landscapes of the Shkodër region have become the backdrop for Honda’s latest advertising campaign, showcasing Albania’s growing appeal for international productions. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images from the commercial and said the project highlights Shkodra’s rise as an important destination for high-level film and advertising productions. In …

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Kanye West concert expected to boost Tirana’s profile for major international events

TIRANA, July 10 – The Kanye West concert on 11 July is set to place Tirana among the capitals capable of hosting major international music events. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said the concert represents more than a live performance. He described it as a strategic test of …

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Porto Palermo Festival returns for its sixth edition with a rich summer program

The sixth edition of the Porto Palermo Festival will bring 12 nights of music and artistic performances to the Albanian Riviera from July 30 to August 16. Festival founder Olen Cesari has prepared a diverse program featuring renowned Albanian and international artists, transforming the historic Porto Palermo Castle into a …

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Government launches Urban Renaissance 2.0 programme

TIRANA, July 10 – The Albanian government has launched the Urban Renaissance 2.0 programme, a new initiative that aims to transform communities, support local economic growth and strengthen cooperation between central and local government. State Minister for Local Government Ervin Demo described the programme as an ambitious plan designed to …

News

Urban development program to support economic growth across municipalities

TIRANA, July 10 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj presented the government’s vision for economic development and entrepreneurship support during the “Urban Renaissance 2.0” event. She said the new urban development program goes beyond city revitalization. According to Ibrahimaj, it aims to create a development model that supports sustainable …

News

Additional ALL 1.5 billion allocated to strengthen justice system

TIRANA, July 10 – Justice Minister Toni Gogu announced that a normative act approved on June 30 has secured more than ALL 1.5 billion in additional funds for the Ministry of Justice and its dependent institutions for the 2026–2028 period. According to the minister, the funds will support infrastructure improvements, …

News

PM Rama unveils EUR 1.5 billion plan for a new phase of urban development in Albania

TIRANA, July 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama presented the “Urban Renaissance 2.0” programme, an ambitious development initiative that aims to further transform Albania’s urban landscape with a EUR 1.5 billion funding target. According to Rama, the new programme responds to a new stage of Albania’s development, where citizens have …

News

PM Rama: Albania has entered a new phase of development

TIRANA, July 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has entered a new phase of development, where improved standards have increased citizens’ expectations for better services and greater dignity in daily life. During the presentation of the “Urban Renaissance 2.0” programme, Rama said society’s new demands should not be …