US Embassy urges Kosovo to suspend tax and restore dialogue with Belgrade
US Embassy to Kosovo urged again on Friday Ramush Haradinaj’s Government to immediately suspend the tariff on imports from Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina and resume the dialogue. Original post Here
Kosovo vows full reciprocal measures against Serbia
Kosovo will take full reciprocal measures against Serbia if Belgrade continues its aggressive campaign, says Speaker of Parliament and leader of Democratic Party of Kosovo, PDK. Original post Here
Land swap idea risks Kosovo-Serbia final agreement, says Hajredin Kuci
Hajderin Kuci, a senior member of the biggest political party in Kosovo, PDK, in an interview with Gazeta Express considers as ‘shocking’ the idea on exchange of territories between Kosovo and Serbia, saying the land swap ambitions led to bloody wars in Balkans. Original post Here
Kosovo’s Olympic Champion claims gold at Grand Prix in Israel
Rio 2016 Olympic champion and former world champion from Kosovo Majlinda Kelmendi won golden medal after claiming four match wins with ippon at the the International Judo Federation (IJF) Grand Prix in Israel. Original post Here
Warrant issued for Kosovo Serb politician suspected of killing Oliver Ivanovic
Kosovo authorities issued a warrant for Kosovo Serb politician Milan Radojicic, suspected of being involved in killing of another political leader of Serbian community in Kosovo, Oliver Ivanovic, in January 2018. Original post Here
Bosnia asks Kosovo temporary suspension of tax
Bosnia-Herzegovina authorities asked Kosovo to temporary suspend the decision on imposing 100 percent tax on all imported goods from this country. This was stated during a meeting held on Thursday in Sarajevo between the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations of BiH and the Ministry of Trade and Industry …
Kosovo’s dialogue team to meet EU’s Mogherini on Tuesday
Kosovo’s state delegation in dialogue with Serbia is set to meet next Tuesday in Brussels EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
EU’s Hahn met Kosovo President in Davos
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci is attending World Economic Forum in Davos where he met on the sidelines of the forum EU Enlargement Commissioner, Johannes Hahn. Original post Here
Kosovo recognises Venezuela opposition leader as president
Kosovo has joined the US and other Western countries recognising on Wednesday Juan Guaidó as the Interim President of Venezuela. Original post Here
Kosovo’s opposition leader says tax on Serbia’s goods should not be rescinded
Leader of the Vetevendosje party in opposition, Albin Kurti, said the tax imposed in all Serbian imports should not be revoked. Regardless calls of the US and EU to rescind the tax, Kurti says the Government should not revoke its decision. Original post Here
Police raids targeted call centre fraud operations across Tirana, with 10 suspects arrested and almost a million euros in cash seized. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 14 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said Albania stands at an important stage of economic growth during the Fourth Diaspora Summit in Tirana. She also said the country still holds significant untapped potential. At a panel on “Diaspora, partner in business and innovation”, she said rising …
TIRANA, April 14 – North Macedonia Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi warned about rising youth emigration during the Fourth Diaspora Summit in Tirana. He said governments must urgently design policies to stop the outflow of young people. At the opening of his remarks, Gashi described the trend as a demographic “bleeding” …
TIRANA, April 14 – Presheva Valley Albanian National Council head Enkel Rexhepi raised serious concerns over institutional challenges facing Albanians in southern Serbia during the Fourth Diaspora Summit. He described the diaspora as a “vital national force” for identity, development, and international representation. Speaking at a panel on diaspora and …
TIRANA, April 14 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi met military and civilian staff of Albania’s mission to NATO in Brussels and praised their role in representing the country within the alliance. He described their work as essential for maintaining Albania’s presence in NATO structures. During the meeting, he highlighted the …
TIRANA, April 14 – Democratic Union for Integration leader Ali Ahmeti warned at the Diaspora Summit in Tirana that the status of the Albanian language in North Macedonia faces growing risks. He urged institutions and society to defend existing rights with determination. His remarks came in the wake of student …
TIRANA, April 14 – State Minister for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption Adea Pirdeni said Albania can accelerate its European Union integration through stronger diaspora engagement. She spoke during a panel at the Diaspora Summit in Tirana. At the session on international experience in public administration, she stressed the value of …
TIRANA, April 14 – President Bajram Begaj met North Macedonia Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi in Tirana and focused on bilateral relations and the rights of Albanians. He placed particular emphasis on language rights and institutional representation. During the meeting, both sides reviewed cooperation between the two countries. They also discussed …
The Edi Rama met tourism operators in Vlora. He promoted major development and investment plans. First, he said Vlora transforms into a key tourism hub. He stressed that projects attract more visitors and investors. Moreover, he said Albania offers a safe environment for living and business. Therefore, he compared Vlora …
Edi Rama met tourism operators in Vlora. He focused on tourism growth and investment strategy.First, he said tourism demand continues to grow. He added that Albania can attract visitors beyond the summer season. Moreover, he said investment interest is increasing. Therefore, he urged operators to use this opportunity. In addition, …