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US Ambassador: Politics have no place in the Constitution

US Ambassador to Pristina, Greg Delawie, has criticised Kosovo institutions, for as he said, delays in election of the three Constitutional Court judges. Original post Here

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US Ambassador: Politics have no place in the Constitution

US Ambassador to Pristina, Greg Delawie, has criticised Kosovo institutions, for as he said, delays in election of the three Constitutional Court judges. Original post Here

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Kosovo President to report in Parliament on dialogue with Serbia

The Kosovo Democratic Institute (KDI) asked the President Hashim Thaci to address the Parliament informing MPs on the content of talks with Serbia and on further steps which he agreed during Sunday’s meeting with his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vucic in the meeting hosted by the EU foreign policy chief, Federica …

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Kosovo President to report in Parliament on dialogue with Serbia

The Kosovo Democratic Institute (KDI) asked the President Hashim Thaci to address the Parliament informing MPs on the content of talks with Serbia and on further steps which he agreed during Sunday’s meeting with his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vucic in the meeting hosted by the EU foreign policy chief, Federica …

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No game bans for Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri for celebrations in Switzerland’s win against Serbia

The Swiss players of Kosovo origin, Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri have been spared two games ban by the FIFA for their celebrations in Switzerland’s 2-1 win over Serbia on Friday evening. The two Kosovo Albanian players who celebrated their goals by referencing Albania’s symbolic double-headed eagle with their hands …

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No game bans for Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri for celebrations in Switzerland’s win against Serbia

The Swiss players of Kosovo origin, Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri have been spared two games ban by the FIFA for their celebrations in Switzerland’s 2-1 win over Serbia on Friday evening. The two Kosovo Albanian players who celebrated their goals by referencing Albania’s symbolic double-headed eagle with their hands …

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Kosovo FM Pacolli on African tour lobbying for recognitions

Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Behgjet Pacolli, is touring Africa amidst Serbia’s campaign trying to persuade African countries as they say “revoke” Kosovo’s recognition. Last week Serbian Foreign Minister Ivica Dacic told media in Belgrade that Liberia has revoked recognition of Kosovo but he was rebutted …

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Kosovo FM Pacolli on African tour lobbying for recognitions

Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Behgjet Pacolli, is touring Africa amidst Serbia’s campaign trying to persuade African countries as they say “revoke” Kosovo’s recognition. Last week Serbian Foreign Minister Ivica Dacic told media in Belgrade that Liberia has revoked recognition of Kosovo but he was rebutted …

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Kosovo President negotiating with Serbia without opposition’s support

Opposition parties are disputing Kosovo President Hashim Thaci’s leading role in the dialogue with Serbia. The two main opposition parties say that Thaci is not mandated by the Parliament to negotiate with Serbia. Original post Here

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Kosovo President negotiating with Serbia without opposition’s support

Opposition parties are disputing Kosovo President Hashim Thaci’s leading role in the dialogue with Serbia. The two main opposition parties say that Thaci is not mandated by the Parliament to negotiate with Serbia. Original post Here

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Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms

Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …

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Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech

TIRANA, April 17 – A protest held by Albania’s Democratic Party took place on the main boulevard “Dëshmorët e Kombit” in central Tirana on Friday, later continuing with tensions near key state institutions. After opposition leader Sali Berisha addressed the gathering, some participants threw Molotov cocktails and fireworks in the …

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Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth

Edi Rama visited Barcelona. The Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia received him. He highlighted growing interest in Albania. He shared a photo from the meeting. Rama said Albania’s image in Spain has changed. He said Spain once viewed Albania negatively. He said Spanish youth now prefer Albania as a tourist …

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Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire

Ogerta Manastirliu visited families affected by the fire near Pharmacy 10 in Tirana. She said institutions are fully engaged. She promised concrete solutions as soon as possible. She said the Municipality of Tirana started work immediately. She said the Municipal Council will approve rent bonuses. She stressed no delays in …

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Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path

Ferit Hoxha met Paulo Rangel at the Diplomacy Forum in Antalya. He received support for Albania’s EU membership path. They agreed to intensify cooperation. They discussed trade, tourism, education, and culture. They reaffirmed strong bilateral friendship. They agreed to increase political dialogue. This marked their first bilateral meeting. Hoxha highlighted …

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Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation

Petrit Malaj met Jacob Helberg from the U.S. Department of State. They discussed current economic developments. They addressed global challenges. They explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. They highlighted the strategic partnership between Albania and the United States. They stressed expanding cooperation to support economic development and stability. Malaj reaffirmed …

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Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones

The Council of Ministers of Albania declared several sites immovable cultural heritage. It approved protection and management plans. Authorities declared the Bylis Archaeological Park and Klos area cultural heritage. They approved zoning and preservation measures. They set rules for protection and administration. The government also declared the Bushat archaeological Zone …

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After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships

Kosovo continues competition at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi after winning gold with Distria Krasniqi. Laura Fazliu competes in the -63 kg category. Akil Gjakova and Dardan Cena compete in the -73 kg category. Athletes aim for strong results for Kosovo. The team targets additional medals after Krasniqi’s …

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Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal

Akil Gjakova competes at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi. He fights for the bronze medal against Bilal Çiloğlu. Gjakova receives a bye in the first round. He beats Samuel Gassner by ippon in the second round. He defeats Benjamin Levy by ippon. He loses in the quarterfinals to …

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Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation

Besmir Beja visited the CEFTA Secretariat. He met Pranvera Kastrati to strengthen institutional cooperation. He prepared for Albania’s CEFTA presidency in 2026. Beja highlighted the role of the Albanian Customs Administration. He promoted trade facilitation. He advanced digitalization processes. He supported Authorized Economic Operators to improve the business climate. He …

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Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms

Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …

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Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech

TIRANA, April 17 – A protest held by Albania’s Democratic Party took place on the main boulevard “Dëshmorët e Kombit” in central Tirana on Friday, later continuing with tensions near key state institutions. After opposition leader Sali Berisha addressed the gathering, some participants threw Molotov cocktails and fireworks in the …

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Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth

Edi Rama visited Barcelona. The Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia received him. He highlighted growing interest in Albania. He shared a photo from the meeting. Rama said Albania’s image in Spain has changed. He said Spain once viewed Albania negatively. He said Spanish youth now prefer Albania as a tourist …

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Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire

Ogerta Manastirliu visited families affected by the fire near Pharmacy 10 in Tirana. She said institutions are fully engaged. She promised concrete solutions as soon as possible. She said the Municipality of Tirana started work immediately. She said the Municipal Council will approve rent bonuses. She stressed no delays in …

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Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path

Ferit Hoxha met Paulo Rangel at the Diplomacy Forum in Antalya. He received support for Albania’s EU membership path. They agreed to intensify cooperation. They discussed trade, tourism, education, and culture. They reaffirmed strong bilateral friendship. They agreed to increase political dialogue. This marked their first bilateral meeting. Hoxha highlighted …

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Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation

Petrit Malaj met Jacob Helberg from the U.S. Department of State. They discussed current economic developments. They addressed global challenges. They explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. They highlighted the strategic partnership between Albania and the United States. They stressed expanding cooperation to support economic development and stability. Malaj reaffirmed …

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Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones

The Council of Ministers of Albania declared several sites immovable cultural heritage. It approved protection and management plans. Authorities declared the Bylis Archaeological Park and Klos area cultural heritage. They approved zoning and preservation measures. They set rules for protection and administration. The government also declared the Bushat archaeological Zone …

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After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships

Kosovo continues competition at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi after winning gold with Distria Krasniqi. Laura Fazliu competes in the -63 kg category. Akil Gjakova and Dardan Cena compete in the -73 kg category. Athletes aim for strong results for Kosovo. The team targets additional medals after Krasniqi’s …

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Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal

Akil Gjakova competes at the European Judo Championships 2026 in Tbilisi. He fights for the bronze medal against Bilal Çiloğlu. Gjakova receives a bye in the first round. He beats Samuel Gassner by ippon in the second round. He defeats Benjamin Levy by ippon. He loses in the quarterfinals to …

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Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation

Besmir Beja visited the CEFTA Secretariat. He met Pranvera Kastrati to strengthen institutional cooperation. He prepared for Albania’s CEFTA presidency in 2026. Beja highlighted the role of the Albanian Customs Administration. He promoted trade facilitation. He advanced digitalization processes. He supported Authorized Economic Operators to improve the business climate. He …