Djuric: Apostolova siding with Kosovo
Director of Serbia’s Office for Kosovo, Marko Djuric, on Thursday reacted to a statement made by the Head of the EU Office in Pristina Nataliya Apostolova who stated that Pristina “should do more to convince states that did not recognize Kosovo’s independence to do so in the near future.” Original …
Kosovo President Thaci to meet German Chancellor Merkel in Berlin
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci is set to visit Germany on 9 May known as the Europe Day when he is expected to meet Chancellor Angela Merkel. Original post Here
Tusk urges Kosovo to build consensus on meeting EU criteria
European Council President Donald Tusk, who is visiting Pristina today, urged Kosovo leaders to build a political consensus for advancing the EU integration path. Original post Here
Thaci not a unifying figure in Kosovo to lead the dialogue with Serbia
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, who has been tasked by the Government to lead the final phase of the political dialogue with Serbia, is perceived as obstacle and accused of not being a unifying figure in the country. In addition to opposition parties who are fiercely criticising Thaci’s role in dialogue …
Daniel Serwer in Pristina: Vetevendosje and Srpska List unconstitutional parties
Daniel Serwer, expert of Balkans affairs, said that the Vetevendosje Movement and Srpska List are unconstitutional political entities in Kosovo. Serwer made the comments attending a debate organised by Kosovar Institute for Policy Research and Development (KIPRED) dubbed “Balkans, EU and U.S.: Can they synchronise again?” Original post Here
EU gives Kosovo four months to establish Association of Serb Municipalities
The European Union made it clear to Kosovo institutions that they have only four months to establish the Association of Serb-majority Municipalities. Their reaction came after Blerim Shala, political advisor to President Hashim Thaci, said that there will be no establishment of Association without signing final agreement with Serbia. Also …
Car of ex-Kosovo Police member set on fire in Zubin Potok
A BMW vehicle was set on fire in northern municipality of Zubin Potok last night, Kosovo police says. Original post Here
Germany wants EULEX mission in Kosovo extended
The government of Germany wants the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo – EULEX be extended for two more years, but its duties be streamlined. Kosovo leaders would like the mission to leave the country in June when current mandate of the mission expires. Original post Here
Kosovo President Thaci wants political consensus on the dialogue with Serbia
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci asked the support of political parties for continuation of the dialogue with Serbia. The Government approved last week a platform which gives head of state a leading role in political dialogue with Belgrade. Original post Here
Kosovo parties gather to discuss early election
Kosovo political representatives gathered on Wednesday in Pristina to discuss political crisis and early election. The political leaders agreed to meet today at the invitation of the biggest opposition party, LDK, who are saying that current Government has lost majority in Parliament and has no legitimacy to take important decisions. …
The first two semifinal matches of the Albanian Cup ended in draws. Egnatia and Elbasani drew 1–1 in the first semifinal. The match in Rrogozhinë stayed open for both teams. Everything remains undecided for the return leg. The home side started strongly. Sota gave Egnatia the lead in the 5th …
Minister Enea Karakaçi presented the new energy law. He said the reform aligns Albania with EU rules. It creates a more open and competitive market. It also reduces state intervention. The law shifts away from a centralized model. It promotes liberalization. Competition will drive the sector. Meanwhile, new energy sources …
Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari met a high-level delegation from Poland today. Lt. Col. Tomasz Czyż led the delegation. Lamallari and Czyż discussed strengthening cooperation in fire protection and civil emergencies. They focused on experience sharing and professional capacity building. “Exchanging experiences and investing in professional skills are essential,” Lamallari said. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that the Albanian government is preparing a new pension scheme. He emphasized it will not replace the current system but enrich it. During a visit to an industrial complex in Durrës, Rama explained the scheme. Employees can save a portion of their salary in a …
Prime Minister Edi Rama visited an industrial complex in Durrës today. Several companies operate there in transport, recycling, and industrial processing. During the visit, Rama praised the companies’ growth. He said many started with limited resources and a big dream. Now they produce high-value products, like gold rings and pendants …
Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, said today that Albania is promoting an economy focused on attracting investments and exporting higher-value products. She spoke during a visit to an industrial complex in Durrës, alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and Mayor Emiriana Sako. “This business processes and exports precious metals. …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader, Edi Rama, met today with the Party Assembly in Lezhë. He discussed Albania’s EU accession negotiations, aiming for membership by 2030. Rama said Albania has opened all negotiation chapters in record time, thanks to national effort and EU readiness. “Today is our moment. We …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama outlined the government’s ambition to raise Albania’s total gross production to €35 billion by 2030. At a Socialist Party Assembly meeting, Rama said, “We inherited an economy with less than €10 billion total production. Today, it stands at around €27 billion. We …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama said today that Albania aims to finish negotiations with the European Commission by 2027 and join the European Union by 2030. At a Socialist Party Assembly in Lezhë, Rama explained: “When I said we would complete negotiations by 2027, many thought it …
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs welcomed the two-day ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, aimed at paving the way for a sustainable resolution to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. In an official statement, the Ministry highlighted Albania’s consistent support for de-escalation, restraint, and meaningful …