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Meeting on the President – Kurti States Whether There Is an Agreement

The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, after a two-hour meeting with the leader of Democratic League of Kosovo, Lumir Abdixhiku, confirmed that there was nothing new from the meeting. However, Kurti remains optimistic that through meetings they can reach an agreement, though not from today’s meeting. “While we no …

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Protest in Skopje: Students demand to take exams in the Albanian language

Today in Skopje, hundreds of Albanian law students in North Macedonia staged a large protest, demanding the use of their mother tongue in graduation exams—a right that exists in practice only on paper. With chants such as “Albanian language is our right,” “We speak Albanian,” and “There is no state …

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Albanian students’ protest in North Macedonia, Minister Hoxha: Use of mother tongue is a fundamental right

Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, reacted to the protest of Albanian students in North Macedonia, emphasizing that the use of one’s mother tongue is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution and the Law on the Use of Languages. In a post on X, Hoxha underlined …

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“There is no blockage in the integration process,” Minister Hoxha gives an exclusive response: What has happened with the 9 EU countries

The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, stated this Monday on Euronews Albania, in an interview with Thimi Samraxhiu, that Albania’s EU accession process has not been blocked by any country and, according to him, the process is continuing. The minister also emphasized that the process is demanding …

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Foreign Minister Hoxha: Greece is helping us on our path to the EU! Without them, chapters would not have opened

Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, gave an exclusive interview to Euronews Albania with moderator Thimi Samarxhiu regarding the country’s EU integration process and its international relations. In the interview, Hoxha also focused on relations with Greece, which, according to him, are currently among the best they …

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Alarm over security cameras in Kosovo: Could they be exploited by Serbia?

Security cameras installed on the streets of cities in Kosovo are considered by state institutions to be highly important for enhancing public safety and preventing criminal activity. Municipal and police authorities emphasize that the monitoring system is protected and operates in accordance with applicable laws. Access to recorded data is …

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Foreign Affairs Ministry Warns of Fake Visa Website and Urges Use of Official Platform

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs announced today that it identified a website during its ongoing monitoring of open online sources. The site contains materials similar to those published on the institution’s official page for entry visas. The website is: https://evisia-al.com/albaniavisaenquirylive/ Moreover, the Ministry clarified that this site includes …

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Record Budget Revenues – Edi Rama: Over €1 Billion More Without Raising Taxes

Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that budget revenues have reached a historic level. He said this reflects the strengthening of Albania’s economy. During the podcast “Flasim,” he added that projections show over 1 billion euros in additional revenue. Moreover, he stressed that this increase comes not from higher taxes, but …

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Union of Albanian Journalists Raises Alarm Over Violations of Albanian Language Rights in North Macedonia

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Kosovo Investment in Albania Surges, Signaling Deeper Economic Integration

Kosovo-based companies increased their investments in Albania sharply over the past year. As a result, Kosovo now ranks among the country’s leading foreign investors. According to the latest data from the Bank of Albania, investment inflows from Kosovo rose significantly. In the first nine months of 2025, they reached €153 …

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Monsignor Rrok Mirdita remembered as prominent Albanian Catholic clergyman

Monsignor Rrok Mirdita, a prominent figure of the Albanian Catholic clergy, was born on September 28, 1939, in Klezna, near Ulqin, Montenegro. He studied theology and philosophy in Zadar and Zagreb, Croatia. He was ordained a priest on July 5, 1965. Mirdita later moved to New York to serve the …

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“Generation Voyage”: Discovering Authentic Albania, from Traditional Flavors to Tirana Souvenirs

Albania offers visitors far more than typical tourist souvenirs. Traditional flavors, handmade crafts and historical objects allow travellers to take home a piece of the country’s culture and identity. French travel media outlet “Generation Voyage” highlights several authentic products that visitors can discover in Tirana and Kruja. At Tirana International …

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Albania and Japan discuss stronger bilateral defence ties

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu met Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Defense Yohei Wakabayashi during his visit to Tirana. Wakabayashi became the first senior Japanese Defense Ministry official to visit Albania, according to the Japanese Embassy in Tirana. At the start of the meeting, he expressed regret over the damage caused …

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Lake Prespa restocked with 500,000 carp fingerlings

Lake Prespa has received 500,000 carp fingerlings produced in Zvezda, Korça. The initiative aims to strengthen the aquatic ecosystem, protect biodiversity and support local fishing. Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla said the fingerlings would help restore aquatic fauna and enrich Prespa’s natural resources. Meanwhile, the initiative aims to …

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Shiroka–Zogaj road along Lake Shkodër: A journey between lake and mountain

The Shiroka–Zogaj road along Lake Shkodër forms part of Albania’s efforts to improve tourism infrastructure. The government investment strengthens links between tourism offerings in Albania and Montenegro. It also facilitates travel between the two countries. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the road on Monday morning. He described the …

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Albania industrial production expanded in 2025

Industrial production in Albania expanded in 2025, with higher output in construction materials, food and automotive components, according to data from the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT). INSTAT published its PRODCOM Industrial Products Survey on Monday. The data showed higher production of several products important to the domestic and export markets. …

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Foreign Minister Hoxha: Europe is home, Albania has no other plan

Albania’s European integration requires the contribution of citizens, political parties and public officials at all levels, Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said on Monday. He spoke at the Interparliamentary Conference on the strategic agenda for European Union enlargement and Albania’s membership. Hoxha said enlargement should be viewed as a political and …

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President Begaj convenes National Security Council, urges stronger public trust

President Bajram Begaj convened the National Security Council to discuss current issues and their impact on security institutions. The meeting also included representatives of the General Prosecution Office and the Special Prosecution Office, alongside the council’s legal members, the Presidency said. The council discussed measures to strengthen cooperation among institutions …

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National Security Council meeting concludes

The National Security Council, convened by President Bajram Begaj, concluded its meeting held on Monday at the Palace of Brigades. The meeting began at 08:30 and was also attended by Prime Minister Edi Rama, along with the heads of the country’s main security institutions and other senior state officials. The …

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Hoxha meets Bundestag EU Affairs Committee Chair: Germany supports Albania’s European path

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha received Anton Hofreiter, Chair of the German Bundestag’s Committee on European Union Affairs, in Tirana on Monday morning. The Minister said in a post on X that the discussion provided a valuable opportunity to assess Albania’s progress through its ambitious reform agenda …

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Monsignor Rrok Mirdita remembered as prominent Albanian Catholic clergyman

Monsignor Rrok Mirdita, a prominent figure of the Albanian Catholic clergy, was born on September 28, 1939, in Klezna, near Ulqin, Montenegro. He studied theology and philosophy in Zadar and Zagreb, Croatia. He was ordained a priest on July 5, 1965. Mirdita later moved to New York to serve the …

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“Generation Voyage”: Discovering Authentic Albania, from Traditional Flavors to Tirana Souvenirs

Albania offers visitors far more than typical tourist souvenirs. Traditional flavors, handmade crafts and historical objects allow travellers to take home a piece of the country’s culture and identity. French travel media outlet “Generation Voyage” highlights several authentic products that visitors can discover in Tirana and Kruja. At Tirana International …

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Albania and Japan discuss stronger bilateral defence ties

Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu met Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Defense Yohei Wakabayashi during his visit to Tirana. Wakabayashi became the first senior Japanese Defense Ministry official to visit Albania, according to the Japanese Embassy in Tirana. At the start of the meeting, he expressed regret over the damage caused …

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Lake Prespa restocked with 500,000 carp fingerlings

Lake Prespa has received 500,000 carp fingerlings produced in Zvezda, Korça. The initiative aims to strengthen the aquatic ecosystem, protect biodiversity and support local fishing. Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla said the fingerlings would help restore aquatic fauna and enrich Prespa’s natural resources. Meanwhile, the initiative aims to …

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Shiroka–Zogaj road along Lake Shkodër: A journey between lake and mountain

The Shiroka–Zogaj road along Lake Shkodër forms part of Albania’s efforts to improve tourism infrastructure. The government investment strengthens links between tourism offerings in Albania and Montenegro. It also facilitates travel between the two countries. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the road on Monday morning. He described the …

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Albania industrial production expanded in 2025

Industrial production in Albania expanded in 2025, with higher output in construction materials, food and automotive components, according to data from the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT). INSTAT published its PRODCOM Industrial Products Survey on Monday. The data showed higher production of several products important to the domestic and export markets. …

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Foreign Minister Hoxha: Europe is home, Albania has no other plan

Albania’s European integration requires the contribution of citizens, political parties and public officials at all levels, Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said on Monday. He spoke at the Interparliamentary Conference on the strategic agenda for European Union enlargement and Albania’s membership. Hoxha said enlargement should be viewed as a political and …

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President Begaj convenes National Security Council, urges stronger public trust

President Bajram Begaj convened the National Security Council to discuss current issues and their impact on security institutions. The meeting also included representatives of the General Prosecution Office and the Special Prosecution Office, alongside the council’s legal members, the Presidency said. The council discussed measures to strengthen cooperation among institutions …

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National Security Council meeting concludes

The National Security Council, convened by President Bajram Begaj, concluded its meeting held on Monday at the Palace of Brigades. The meeting began at 08:30 and was also attended by Prime Minister Edi Rama, along with the heads of the country’s main security institutions and other senior state officials. The …

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Hoxha meets Bundestag EU Affairs Committee Chair: Germany supports Albania’s European path

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha received Anton Hofreiter, Chair of the German Bundestag’s Committee on European Union Affairs, in Tirana on Monday morning. The Minister said in a post on X that the discussion provided a valuable opportunity to assess Albania’s progress through its ambitious reform agenda …