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Kosovo’s opposition leader Albin Kurti rushed to hospital after suffering from flu

Albin Kurti, leader of the opposition party of Vetevendosje was admitted to hospital Tuesday after suffering complications with the flu. Original post Here

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Serbia not interested in normalizing relations with Kosovo – opposition leader

Leader of the biggest opposition party Democratic League of Kosovo, LDK, Isa Mustafa, said Serbia is not interested in normalisation relations with Kosovo or recognising its independence, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here

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Kosovo-Serbia border change is Putin’s agenda, says Haradinaj

Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said Tuesday that he expects Pristina-belgrade dialogue continue, reiterating that introduction of 100 percent tax on Serbian goods should not be linked with the dialogue process, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here

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Kosovo’s visa liberalization complicated, says EU Minister

Kosovo’s Minister of European Integration, Dhurata Hoxha, says the path towards visa liberalization with the European Union has been complicated because of the European Parliament elections set to take place this year. Original post Here

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Suspend tax, struck final deal with Serbia, says Kosovo President’s advisor

Blerim Shala, advisor to Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, says 100 percent tax on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods should be suspended. Original post Here

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German FM reconfirmed unreserved support to Kosovo, says Haradinaj

Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, commented Monday statements of German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas who said that his country considers as wrong if the EU and Germany give up supporting Kosovo, Original post Here

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Missing persons issue to be addressed during Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, says Haradinaj

Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj received Monday representatives of the family members of missing persons, and stated that the issue of those who went missing during Kosovo war should be addressed during Pristina-Belgrade dialogue in Brussels. Original post Here

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Dijana Zivic new Kosovo Minister of Agriculture

Dijana Zivic is new Kosovo Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development, the Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj conforms. Original post Here

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Kosovo needs no recognition from Serbia, says PM Haradinaj

Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj reiterated Monday that Kosovo will not bargain its territories with recognition from Serbia. Original post Here

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Kosovo’s opposition leader wants a broad-based Government

Chairman of the biggest opposition party in Kosovo, LDK, Isa Mustafa, asked creation of a broad-based Government based on political balance in Parliament. He said the LDK holds the biggest number of seats in Parliament granting the LDK the prime minister’s position. Original post Here

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Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms

Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …

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Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech

TIRANA, April 17 – A protest held by Albania’s Democratic Party took place on the main boulevard “Dëshmorët e Kombit” in central Tirana on Friday, later continuing with tensions near key state institutions. After opposition leader Sali Berisha addressed the gathering, some participants threw Molotov cocktails and fireworks in the …

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Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth

Edi Rama visited Barcelona. The Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia received him. He highlighted growing interest in Albania. He shared a photo from the meeting. Rama said Albania’s image in Spain has changed. He said Spain once viewed Albania negatively. He said Spanish youth now prefer Albania as a tourist …

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Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire

Ogerta Manastirliu visited families affected by the fire near Pharmacy 10 in Tirana. She said institutions are fully engaged. She promised concrete solutions as soon as possible. She said the Municipality of Tirana started work immediately. She said the Municipal Council will approve rent bonuses. She stressed no delays in …

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Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path

Ferit Hoxha met Paulo Rangel at the Diplomacy Forum in Antalya. He received support for Albania’s EU membership path. They agreed to intensify cooperation. They discussed trade, tourism, education, and culture. They reaffirmed strong bilateral friendship. They agreed to increase political dialogue. This marked their first bilateral meeting. Hoxha highlighted …

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Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation

Petrit Malaj met Jacob Helberg from the U.S. Department of State. They discussed current economic developments. They addressed global challenges. They explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. They highlighted the strategic partnership between Albania and the United States. They stressed expanding cooperation to support economic development and stability. Malaj reaffirmed …

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Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones

The Council of Ministers of Albania declared several sites immovable cultural heritage. It approved protection and management plans. Authorities declared the Bylis Archaeological Park and Klos area cultural heritage. They approved zoning and preservation measures. They set rules for protection and administration. The government also declared the Bushat archaeological Zone …

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After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships

Kosovo continues competition at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi after winning gold with Distria Krasniqi. Laura Fazliu competes in the -63 kg category. Akil Gjakova and Dardan Cena compete in the -73 kg category. Athletes aim for strong results for Kosovo. The team targets additional medals after Krasniqi’s …

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Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal

Akil Gjakova competes at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi. He fights for the bronze medal against Bilal Çiloğlu. Gjakova receives a bye in the first round. He beats Samuel Gassner by ippon in the second round. He defeats Benjamin Levy by ippon. He loses in the quarterfinals to …

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Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation

Besmir Beja visited the CEFTA Secretariat. He met Pranvera Kastrati to strengthen institutional cooperation. He prepared for Albania’s CEFTA presidency in 2026. Beja highlighted the role of the Albanian Customs Administration. He promoted trade facilitation. He advanced digitalization processes. He supported Authorized Economic Operators to improve the business climate. He …

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Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms

Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …

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Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech

TIRANA, April 17 – A protest held by Albania’s Democratic Party took place on the main boulevard “Dëshmorët e Kombit” in central Tirana on Friday, later continuing with tensions near key state institutions. After opposition leader Sali Berisha addressed the gathering, some participants threw Molotov cocktails and fireworks in the …

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Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth

Edi Rama visited Barcelona. The Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia received him. He highlighted growing interest in Albania. He shared a photo from the meeting. Rama said Albania’s image in Spain has changed. He said Spain once viewed Albania negatively. He said Spanish youth now prefer Albania as a tourist …

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Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire

Ogerta Manastirliu visited families affected by the fire near Pharmacy 10 in Tirana. She said institutions are fully engaged. She promised concrete solutions as soon as possible. She said the Municipality of Tirana started work immediately. She said the Municipal Council will approve rent bonuses. She stressed no delays in …

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Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path

Ferit Hoxha met Paulo Rangel at the Diplomacy Forum in Antalya. He received support for Albania’s EU membership path. They agreed to intensify cooperation. They discussed trade, tourism, education, and culture. They reaffirmed strong bilateral friendship. They agreed to increase political dialogue. This marked their first bilateral meeting. Hoxha highlighted …

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Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation

Petrit Malaj met Jacob Helberg from the U.S. Department of State. They discussed current economic developments. They addressed global challenges. They explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. They highlighted the strategic partnership between Albania and the United States. They stressed expanding cooperation to support economic development and stability. Malaj reaffirmed …

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Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones

The Council of Ministers of Albania declared several sites immovable cultural heritage. It approved protection and management plans. Authorities declared the Bylis Archaeological Park and Klos area cultural heritage. They approved zoning and preservation measures. They set rules for protection and administration. The government also declared the Bushat archaeological Zone …

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After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships

Kosovo continues competition at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi after winning gold with Distria Krasniqi. Laura Fazliu competes in the -63 kg category. Akil Gjakova and Dardan Cena compete in the -73 kg category. Athletes aim for strong results for Kosovo. The team targets additional medals after Krasniqi’s …

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Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal

Akil Gjakova competes at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi. He fights for the bronze medal against Bilal Çiloğlu. Gjakova receives a bye in the first round. He beats Samuel Gassner by ippon in the second round. He defeats Benjamin Levy by ippon. He loses in the quarterfinals to …

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Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation

Besmir Beja visited the CEFTA Secretariat. He met Pranvera Kastrati to strengthen institutional cooperation. He prepared for Albania’s CEFTA presidency in 2026. Beja highlighted the role of the Albanian Customs Administration. He promoted trade facilitation. He advanced digitalization processes. He supported Authorized Economic Operators to improve the business climate. He …