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15 years of statehood, Begaj: Kosovo’s Euro-Atlantic path is ahead

The President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, together with representatives of Kosovo’s institutions, paid tribute at the “Adem Jashari” Memorial Complex in Prekaz. From there, President Begaj emphasized that the state of Kosovo is the trust and legacy of Ibrahim Rugova and Adem Jashari. “It is a pleasure to be here …

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Veliaj “Honorary Citizen” of Prizren

On the 15th anniversary of the declaration of Kosovo’s Independence, the Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, was awarded the title of “Honorary Citizen” by the Municipality of Prizren. The title was granted by the mayor of Prizren Municipality, Shaqir Totaj, who said that Veliaj is an example of a modern …

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Cyber ​​protection, Rama in Munich: Kosovo-Serbia relations are also in focus

Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Germany, as part of the Security 2023 conference, held in Munich. In a post on Facebook, Rama shares photos from the meeting with the chairman of the subcommittee for Europe in the US Senate and Senator Chris Van Hollen. The head of the government …

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Albania Greenlights Blogger’s Extradition to Russia After Receiving ‘Guarantees’

Albania’s Ministry of Justice has given the go-ahead to extradite to Russia a well-known blogger and photographer accused of espionage, claiming Moscow has promised she will not face political persecution. Original post Here

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Rama wishes the Independence of Kosovo

Prime Minister Edi Rama congratulated the 15th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. Through a post on Facebook, accompanied by a photo, the head of government writes: GOOD MORNING Happy Independence”, writes Prime Minister Rama. We remind you that President Bajram Begaj is in Kosovo, on a two-day visit within the 15th …

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Citizens of Kosovo choose to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Independence in Albania

Extraordinary flow of citizens and means from Kosovo to Albania. Thousands of Kosovo citizens have chosen Albania to celebrate the 15th anniversary of independence. “Rruga e Kombit” and customs of Morina have faced this influx since the early hours of the day. The border police have implemented the protocol of …

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Jewish Museum in Vlora dedicated to the coexistence of Jews and Albanians

The Jewish Museum will tell a unique story, dedicated to the coexistence of Jews and Albanians in time, which aims to become a cultural magnet for the historic area in Vlora. On Tuesday, the winning project was presented by the Israeli studio “Kimmel Eshkolot Architects”, a museum that will open in …

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Tragic earthquake, Albania donates 1 million euros to Turkey

Albania has donated 1 million euros to those affected by the earthquake in Turkey. Prime Minister Edi Rama called live during the “Turkey a Heart” campaign that was broadcast simultaneously on several Turkish television channels, where he expressed his condolences for the lives lost in the tragic earthquake a few …

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15th anniversary of independence, Begaj two-day visit to Kosovo

The President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, starts today a two-day visit to the Republic of Kosovo, on the occasion of the celebration of the 15th anniversary of its independence. Begaj is expected to meet with the highest leaders of the state, President Vjosa Osmani, Prime Minister Albin …

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Expelled from the Assembly, the democratic deputies appeal the decision

DP MPs have submitted a request to appeal the decision on their expulsion. The request has been sent to the Assembly and the Guard. According to them, based on the regulation, they can enter the Assembly until the conference is convened to consider it. Yesterday, the Ethics Commission expelled Sali …

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Aurel Domi on Ola Foods success at TuttoFood and the brands global growth

The participation of Albanian companies in major international trade fairs is increasingly becoming a sign of the growing standards and ambitions of Albanian businesses to position themselves in global markets. One of the companies that participated this year in TuttoFood, the largest food industry fair in Italy and one of …

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EU confirms to Euronews Albania: IBAR has passed in COELA

Sources from the European Union have confirmed to Euronews Albania that the IBAR draft passed today in the COELA working group, marking another important step in Albania’s European integration process. According to EU sources, COELA reached an agreement on the draft of the EU’s common temporary position (EUCP), meaning that …

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Foreign Minister reacts to Israel’s treatment of activists: Shocking images

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha reacted on the platform X regarding footage published by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, showing the treatment of detained flotilla activists. He described the images as shocking and unacceptable, stressing that all detainees must be treated with dignity and with full respect for human …

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Albania advances in EU negotiations, IBAR passes to COREPER

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”4ad94033-85ea-475e-b495-466414825d79″ data-turn-id-container=”4ad94033-85ea-475e-b495-466414825d79″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-25″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Albania has passed the draft of the European Union’s common interim position in the COELA working group meeting held today in Brussels, sources told Euronews. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-12″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-12″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-26″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According to the same sources …

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Berisha’s One-Man Contest for Albanian Opposition Leadership Risks Dooming Party

The Democratic Party has barred all rivals to Sali Berisha from its leadership contest this week – cementing his grip on the party but also, critics warn, undermining its credibility. Original post Here

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Parliament Monitors Albanian Film Archive Progress

The Parliamentary Committee on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora conducted a monitoring visit to the National Film Archive of Albania. The committee reviewed the institution’s work and ongoing projects. It also assessed challenges and operational needs. Director Eljan Tanini presented the archive’s activities. He highlighted digitization efforts and cooperation with other …

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Albania Tightens Rules on Plant Protection Products

The Albanian government approved new changes to the rules on the registration and use of plant protection products. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development proposed the amendments. The changes aim to improve the regulatory framework for phytosanitary products in agriculture. The new rules define the concept of “minor use.” …

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“Albanianness is with Skopje” students in Tirana to march to North Macedonia embassy on May 26

TIRANA, May 21 – Students in Tirana have announced a protest on May 26 in Skanderbeg Square at 17:00. The Student Alliance said the march will continue from the square toward the Embassy of North Macedonia. They used the slogan “Albanianness is with Skopje” and called on all young people …

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Clear skies and alternating cloudiness, weak local rainfall

TIRANA, May 21 – The Military Meteorological Service said the country on Thursday will be under relatively unstable atmospheric conditions. The weather will bring clear skies and alternating moderate and locally dense cloudiness in mountainous areas. Rainfall will be weak and local. It will mainly affect the east and south. …

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New fishing rules aim to improve traceability and quality

TIRANA, May 21 – The Council of Ministers has approved a new decision on the organisation and functioning of the market for fisheries and aquaculture products. It also defines the form and content of production and marketing plans for the sector. The decision was proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture …

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Aurel Domi on Ola Foods success at TuttoFood and the brands global growth

The participation of Albanian companies in major international trade fairs is increasingly becoming a sign of the growing standards and ambitions of Albanian businesses to position themselves in global markets. One of the companies that participated this year in TuttoFood, the largest food industry fair in Italy and one of …

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EU confirms to Euronews Albania: IBAR has passed in COELA

Sources from the European Union have confirmed to Euronews Albania that the IBAR draft passed today in the COELA working group, marking another important step in Albania’s European integration process. According to EU sources, COELA reached an agreement on the draft of the EU’s common temporary position (EUCP), meaning that …

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Foreign Minister reacts to Israel’s treatment of activists: Shocking images

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha reacted on the platform X regarding footage published by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, showing the treatment of detained flotilla activists. He described the images as shocking and unacceptable, stressing that all detainees must be treated with dignity and with full respect for human …

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Albania advances in EU negotiations, IBAR passes to COREPER

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”4ad94033-85ea-475e-b495-466414825d79″ data-turn-id-container=”4ad94033-85ea-475e-b495-466414825d79″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-25″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Albania has passed the draft of the European Union’s common interim position in the COELA working group meeting held today in Brussels, sources told Euronews. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-12″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-12″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-26″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> According to the same sources …

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Berisha’s One-Man Contest for Albanian Opposition Leadership Risks Dooming Party

The Democratic Party has barred all rivals to Sali Berisha from its leadership contest this week – cementing his grip on the party but also, critics warn, undermining its credibility. Original post Here

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Parliament Monitors Albanian Film Archive Progress

The Parliamentary Committee on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora conducted a monitoring visit to the National Film Archive of Albania. The committee reviewed the institution’s work and ongoing projects. It also assessed challenges and operational needs. Director Eljan Tanini presented the archive’s activities. He highlighted digitization efforts and cooperation with other …

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Albania Tightens Rules on Plant Protection Products

The Albanian government approved new changes to the rules on the registration and use of plant protection products. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development proposed the amendments. The changes aim to improve the regulatory framework for phytosanitary products in agriculture. The new rules define the concept of “minor use.” …

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“Albanianness is with Skopje” students in Tirana to march to North Macedonia embassy on May 26

TIRANA, May 21 – Students in Tirana have announced a protest on May 26 in Skanderbeg Square at 17:00. The Student Alliance said the march will continue from the square toward the Embassy of North Macedonia. They used the slogan “Albanianness is with Skopje” and called on all young people …

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Clear skies and alternating cloudiness, weak local rainfall

TIRANA, May 21 – The Military Meteorological Service said the country on Thursday will be under relatively unstable atmospheric conditions. The weather will bring clear skies and alternating moderate and locally dense cloudiness in mountainous areas. Rainfall will be weak and local. It will mainly affect the east and south. …

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New fishing rules aim to improve traceability and quality

TIRANA, May 21 – The Council of Ministers has approved a new decision on the organisation and functioning of the market for fisheries and aquaculture products. It also defines the form and content of production and marketing plans for the sector. The decision was proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture …