Superiore Week 35 Set for Wednesday with Crucial Clashes
Week 35 of the Abissnet Superiore takes place on Wednesday. All five matches kick off at 16:00.KF Tirana hosts KF Vllaznia Shkodër at Selman Stërmasi. Both teams push for victory in a classic showdown. Defending champions KF Egnatia face FK Partizani Tirana at Arena Egnatia. Both sides aim to return …
Fuel Price: Parliamentary Committee Approves 20% Excise Duty Cut
TIRANA, May 5 – The Committee on Legal Affairs and Public Administration approved a normative act today. The act cuts excise duty by 20% when international hydrocarbon prices rise and increase retail fuel costs. Deputy Minister of Finance Andi Mehmeti addressed the meeting. He said tensions in the Middle East …
Weather: Clear Skies with Occasional Light Cloud Cover
TIRANA, May 5 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will face relatively stable atmospheric conditions on Tuesday. The weather will start with clear skies and light to moderate cloud cover. From midday, cloud cover will increase to moderate and at times dense levels. Late in the evening, isolated and …
“Chase Travel”: Albanian Riviera among top summer destinations for 2026
TIRANA, May 5 – The Albanian Riviera has emerged as one of the most attractive alternatives for international travellers for summer 2026. Traditional Western European destinations now face overcrowding and high prices, Betsy Blumenthal writes in Chase Travel. The US travel magazine includes the Albanian Riviera in its main travel …
European Political Community Summit in Armenia: PM Rama says Albania was heard with respect
TIRANA, May 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images today from the 8th summit of the European Political Community in Yerevan, Armenia. The summit brought together 48 heads of state and government from across the continent under the motto “Building the Future: Unity and Stability in Europe”. Rama published …
Albania Reaffirms European Role at EPC Summit in Yerevan
Prime Minister Edi Rama attends the 8th European Political Community Summit in Yerevan, Armenia. He shares photos from the event on social media. The summit gathers 48 European leaders under the theme “Building the Future: Unity and Stability in Europe.” Leaders discuss stronger cooperation. They focus on democratic resilience, economic …
Mila Urges Local Support for Corridor VIII Amid Residents’ Concerns
MP Sara Mila raises concerns about the implementation of Corridor VIII in Parliament. She says residents in the Elbasan County face several problems on the ground. In Papër and nearby areas, people report land registration issues. Some families are missing from official records. Others face errors in land size. Residents …
“Islands 2026” Brings Consular Services Closer to Albanians in Greece
The Embassy of Albania in Greece has launched the “Islands 2026” project in Rhodes. The initiative brings consular services closer to Albanian citizens living on Greek islands. It improves access to biometric documents and other consular services. The project is carried out in cooperation with IdentiTek and under the supervision …
Parliament Holds One Minute of Silence After Fatal Durrës Accident
The Assembly of Albania opened its plenary session with a minute of silence. The tribute honored two children who died in a tragic road accident in Durrës. Deputy Speaker Klodiana Spahiu expressed condolences to the families. She said: “The angels rest in peace.” The accident happened on May 3 in …
Albania Marks American Week with Cultural and Historical Exhibition
The American Week opens a new cultural highlight in Tirana with the “Founding Fathers” exhibition at the National Library of Albania. The exhibition showcases portraits and biographies of 13 signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. It marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Nancy VanHorn …
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on Western Balkan countries to strengthen regional cooperation and continue reforms for European Union membership. Speaking at the Berlin Process summit in Budva, Montenegro, he also stressed that violence must never be an option during protests. Merz said EU enlargement must continue and bring …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared footage on social media showing protesters’ response to his invitation for dialogue. The video shows protesters removing stone benches that the government had symbolically placed as an invitation to discuss their demands. The benches were intended to provide a setting for dialogue between the …
Albania has ratified the Council of Europe Convention for the Protection of the Profession of Lawyer, the first legally binding international treaty dedicated entirely to safeguarding the legal profession. Justice Minister Toni Gogu outlined five key obligations the state assumes under the Convention. These include ensuring lawyers can practise freely, …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu has praised public administration employees and frontline service workers for continuing to serve citizens amid heightened tensions. In a video message, Koçiu highlighted the daily work of doctors, nurses, teachers, social workers, police officers, firefighters, emergency teams and municipal workers who clean and maintain cities. …
Albania’s National Institute of Cultural Heritage has marked 61 years since its establishment, celebrating decades of research, documentation, conservation and restoration of the country’s historic monuments. The institution traces its roots to 1965, when Albania established the Institute of Cultural Monuments to bring these activities under one organization. It later …
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has condemned violence and intimidation against journalists covering recent protests in Albania. The organization is calling for independent investigations, accountability and stronger protection for media workers. RSF documented 28 reports of violence, intimidation and attempts to obstruct reporting, affecting at least 23 media professionals. At least …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a video on Facebook this Thursday showing his arrival in Budva, Montenegro, where the Berlin Process Summit is taking place. Alongside the post, Rama also shared his brief remarks to journalists, expressing his happiness at once again attending the annual gathering. “Actually, the only place …
From Spajić to Merz and Kos, Rama Shares Photos from Meetings at Berlin Process Summit in Montenegro
Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared more moments from his visit to Budva, Montenegro, where he attended the Berlin Process Leaders’ Summit. This time, the Prime Minister shared several photos showing him meeting with Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajić, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, Kosovo …
The stone benches placed outside the Prime Minister’s Office as part of Prime Minister Edi Rama’s invitation for dialogue have been overturned during today’s protest. Earlier, the Prime Minister had shared images of the benches, where he had placed invitations for dialogue with protesters. However, his call has not led …
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti attended the Berlin Process Summit in Budva, Montenegro, on Thursday. During his speech, Kurti called for Kosovo to be granted EU candidate status and for accession negotiations with the European Union to begin. He also called for Kosovo’s membership in NATO. Kurti also criticised Serbia’s …