Sterilization concession/ 4 persons that have ‘obligation to appear’ before court assume to SPAK
On Friday morning, in the Special Prosecutor’s Office (SPAK), the persons who have the security measure “obligation to appear”, in connection with the investigations on the sterilization of surgical equipment, were presented. Arben Gjata, Pertef Mersini, Genc Burazeri and Naile Ajazi were seen outside SPAK premises. GjKKO has set the …
Solar pannels being installed on Tirana schools
After “Bajram Curri”, “Ismail Qemali” and “Congress of Manastir” schools, work has also started in two other schools to install the photovoltaic plant, thanks to the “Sunny School” project. Mayor of Tirana Erion Veliaj informrd that work is being done to install the photovoltaic plant in the “Gustav Meyer” and …
Balla and Kushi present the security package in schools
The Minister of Internal Affairs, Taulant Balla, and the Minister of Education, Evis Kushi, presented this Friday the new security package in schools. It will be the local police and the municipalities who will determine the security perimeter of 50 meters around the boundary fence of each school across the …
Albania assume the Presidency of the UN Security Council for the second time
Albania assume the Presidency of the UN Security Council for the second time. The Foreign Minister, during her speech, said that taking over the Presidency comes at a difficult moment when the world is facing a series of serious crises. “The Presidency of the Security Council gives us the opportunity …
Rama reacts after Varhelyi’s statement: Our commissioner who never let our region down, especially in tough time
Prime Minister Edi Rama has reacted to a statement by Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi regarding EU expansion. The European Commissioner responded positively to the statements of the President of the European Council, Charles Michel during the Bled forum, describing this as long awaited news. OUR COMMISSIONER who never let our region …
Fier, kidnapper and explosives’ possessor on trial
The Court of Fier has set the measure of “Prison arrest” for Albin Mecini, who was arrested on Wednesday with 2 bags inside which contained 2 packages of about 21.3 kilograms of artisanal explosives, assembled with mobile phones, for remote detonation. Also, from the control of the area where Albi …
Looking to escape economic rut, Albania pins hopes on yet uncertain oil bonanza
TIRANA, Aug. 30, 2023 – Faced with a GDP per capita falling far behind even the poorest EU members, lackluster foreign investments and a growing budget deficit that has to be financed by an ever-shrinking and aging population, Albania’s government is hoping for a miracle: a winning lottery ticket that …
Michel’s 2030 EU enlargement goal welcomed, but also met with skepticism
TIRANA, Aug. 31. 2023 – European Council President Charles Michel has set a goal for the European Union and aspirant states to be ready for enlargement by 2030. Speaking at a regional forum in Slovenia on Aug. 28, Michel said that it was time for those states that have been …
Premier sees Prekal-Kir road’s construciton as ‘impulse for tourist development’
Prime Minister Edi Rama started this Thursday with some pictures of the works being done on the Prekal-Kir road in Shkodër. In a social media statement, the Head of Government underlined that this road segment will serve as a new impulse for tourist development. “GOOD MORNING, and with the works …
Durres driver arrested after crashing pedestrian to death
A 34-year-old man was arrested by the Durrës police this Thursday for an accident that happened a few days ago. Fatbardh Keci hit pedestrian Jonuz Mani to death, then fled the scene and hid the vehicle in Shijak. Regardless, the vehicle was found and blocked by the police. “Specialists of …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that justice reform and the independence of judicial institutions remain among the Socialist Party’s most important achievements. Speaking at an event marking the 35th anniversary of the Socialist Party in Tirana, Rama reflected on the period when former Socialist Party leader Fatos Nano was imprisoned. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said the ruling Socialist Party has consistently defended Albania’s national interest and urged citizens to support the country’s path toward membership in the European Union. Speaking at an event marking the 35th anniversary of the Socialist Party in Tirana, Rama acknowledged that the party had made …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha welcomed EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos and European Union officials at Albania’s Mission to the EU in Brussels on Monday. The meeting followed Albania’s positive assessment in the Interim Benchmark Assessment Report (IBAR), which Hoxha said reflects the country’s transformative efforts on …
Ogerta Manastirliu said Tirana has been the driving force behind Albania’s progress toward the European Union, as the Socialist Party celebrated the 35th anniversary of its founding. Speaking at an event attended by party founders, members, supporters and leaders, Manastirliu praised the contribution of those who helped build and strengthen …
Ivanka Trump called the planned tourism development on Sazan Island the most ambitious project of her career and described it as “the project of a lifetime.” Speaking on entrepreneur David Senra’s podcast, Trump discussed the project that her husband, Jared Kushner, is leading in Albania. Trump said she discovered Sazan …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met with Els Van Hoof to discuss ways to deepen cooperation between Albania and Belgium. During the meeting, Hoxha thanked Belgium for its continued support for the European Union enlargement process and for Albania’s EU membership bid. He also praised the constructive …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha welcomed Belgium’s decision to open an embassy in Tirana, describing it as an important step that will strengthen relations between the two countries. During an official visit to Brussels, Hoxha met with Maxime Prévot. The two officials reaffirmed the strong partnership between …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that supporting the Socialist Party means supporting Albania’s integration into the European Union, while warning that there are political forces opposing this process. Speaking at a party event in Tirana, Rama said the Socialist Party’s mission is to bring Albania into the “crown of Europe,” …
The leader of the Democratic Union for Integration (DUI), Ali Ahmeti, has responded to acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti following criticism directed at the Democratic Union for Integration during its time in government. Kurti had suggested that DUI governed alongside a VMRO administration that was more hostile toward Albanians. Ahmeti …
The Transparency Board has decided to raise the fuel price caps in the country. According to the decision taken during its meeting on June 2, 2026, the maximum retail price of diesel fuel must not exceed 191 lek per liter, an increase of 6 lek compared to the Board’s previous …