President of Austria from Assembly: We support Albania in her journey towards EU
Austrian President, Alexander Van der Bellen, after the meeting with President Bajram Begaj, went to the Parliament, where he spoke about the close relations between Austria and Albania. He also mentioned Austria’s continued support for Albania’s path towards European integration. “Behind every activity that Austria develops in Albania, there is …
Albanian TV Station Guard Shot Dead in Mystery Killing
Politicians have condemned and expressed shock over the shooting dead of a TV station security guard in as yet unidentified circumstances in the early hours of Monday morning. Original post Here
SUV used by television shooters was stolen in Shkodra
New details have come to light from the post-Monday-midnight serious event, where unidentified persons fired firearms at the premises of Top Channel, killing the security guard, Pal Kola. From the preliminary data, the perpetrators moved with a Range Rover type vehicle, which turns out to have been stolen in ShkodEr. …
Austrian president visit to Tirana, is hosted by Begaj
President Bajram Begaj has welcomed the Austrian president, Alexander Van der Bellen. The Austrian counterpart has arrived in Tirana as part of an official visit. He was hosted in a state ceremony by Begaj to continue with a statement to the media at around 11:45. Meanwhile, at 1:00 p.m., the …
PM urges businesses to not take advantage of employees
Prime Minister Edi Rama has called this Monday on entrepreneurs to give up the logic of exploiting employees, saying that this is hitting the heart of Albania’s economy. During his speech in a commercial subject in Kamza area, the head of the government underlined that Albania cannot reach where it …
In Remote Albanian Regions, Migration Becomes Almost Inevitable
Unemployment, poverty, and disillusionment with the political elite is emptying small Albanian towns and villages of people; the young are moving abroad, taking with them the hopes of their families for a financial lifeline. Original post Here
Tirana, three arrested and seven prosecuted on illegal gambling charges
Tirana police have successfully completed this Saturday the coded operation “Poker 2”, as a result of which 3 people were arrested and 7 others were prosecuted. Based on the information at hand, the arrested citizens are Arlind Çali, Xhuljo Mija and Erisild Demçellari, administrators of the bar, all three residents …
Croatian tourists saved in Vlora after being stranded at sea
Border Police of Vlora have come this Saturday to the aid of some foreign citizens who were stranded at sea after their boat broke down. Authorities revealed that the 3 foreign citizens had departed from Croatia and found it impossible to continue their voyage towards Turkey, where they had the …
Interior Minister of Albania-Braverman discuss illegal migration at Home Office
Albania’s Minister of Interior, Bledi Çuçi has been hosted this Saturday by the British Secretary of the Interior, Suella Braverman, at the premises of the Home Office. During the meeting, the Minister emphasized that Albanians are a vital and integrated community in Great Britain, as he proposed to amnesty Albanians …
Albanian, UK, Leaders Patch up Row over Migration, Pledge Cooperation
After weeks of verbal spats between the two countries over illegal migration, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declared that they will work together to tackle the issue. Original post Here
European Union condemned the statements made by Sali Berisha against EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato. In a social media post, the EU Delegation in Tirana shared a statement from a European Union spokesperson. The statement described the remarks against Ambassador Gonzato as unacceptable. The EU strongly condemned the personal attacks made …
Edi Rama declared that Albania has entered a key stage in its European Union integration process. First, he said the country is closer than ever to joining the EU. Then, he stated that the European Commission report confirms Albania is ready to enter the chapter-closing phase of negotiations. Meanwhile, Rama …
German Embassy in Tirana expresses strong support for EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato. First, EU ambassadors in Albania publish a joint statement on Europe Day. Then, they reaffirm their full confidence in Gonzato and his team. Meanwhile, they highlight professionalism, integrity, and dedicated service. In addition, they share the message through …
Edi Rama said Albania will strengthen the role of municipalities in the European Union accession process. He presented the new program “EU4Municipalities II,” supported by the European Union. Then, he said the initiative aims to modernize local governance across the country. He spoke during his “Flasim” podcast about the importance …
Tirana hosted the opening session of the World Law Congress, one of the most important international platforms on the rule of law. First, Edi Rama said the event marks a historic moment for Albania. Then, he described the congress as proof of an “epochal transformation” in the country’s justice system. …
Marta Kos will visit Pristina on May 15 for her first official trip to Kosovo since taking office. First, EU sources confirm that the visit will take place next week, pending official announcement. Then, officials note that she has already visited all other Western Balkan and Eastern Partnership countries involved …
Sheshi “Italia” in Tirana turned into a large stage of artistic emotion as the music of Ennio Morricone filled the city during a special Europe Day concert. First, the event titled “Morricone Conducts Morricone” brought conductor Andrea Morricone on stage, who led the RTSH Symphony Orchestra in performing some of …
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Speaking on his podcast this Sunday, Prime Minister Edi Rama said that Albania is closer than ever to the European Union, adding that the objective is achievable with commitment and determination. He stressed that the European Commission and the member states are currently in a phase of discussing the Commission’s …
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