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Rama: We must continue with the constant increase of wages

Prime Minister Edi Rama has attended this Monday the presentation of the strategy for the municipality of Tirana, saying that the time has come for greater cooperation between the government and private businesses regarding this matter. In his speech, Rama stated that the government has done everything possible to increase …

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The government declares Vjosa a National Park, Kumbaro: The water and coastal surface of the river is protected

The last wild river in Europe, the Vjosa has been officially declared a National Park. The decision taken today during the meeting of the Council of Ministers was announced by the Minister of Tourism and Environment, Mirela Kumbaro, who emphasized that the total area declared National Park is 12,727 hectares. …

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Lost tourist found in Karaburun area after many hours

Drita Elezi, 64 years old who got separated from her group and got lost in Karaburun on Sunday afternoon, has been found this Monday. Fortunately, she is in good health. However, the woman lost contact the day before with the guide she was part of with another group of people, …

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Murder in “Don Bosco”, where are focused the police investigations

New details have been revealed about the serious event that took place on Sunday evening in a bar in the “Don Bosko” area in Tirana, where the banker was shot dead and 6 people were injured. More than 15 rifle cartridges were found at the scene. Meanwhile, the investigators have …

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New details revealed on Kamza bar shooting

New details have come to light regarding the gunshots that broke the windows of a bar in Kamza area of Tirana in the early hours of this Saturday morning. According to sources, the bar that was shot at, is owned by Astri Lami, who has leased it to another person …

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CEC has approved the list of members, without DP

Ilirjan Celibashi responded today to the interest of the media, regarding the registration of the members of KZAZ of the Democratic Party, even though this political force has not yet been registered as an electoral subject for the local elections. “The decision-making was imposed by the circumstances, the procedures that …

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Rama appoints the new head of Cadastre

Next to Artan Lame, Prime Minister Edi Rama presented Dallandyshe Bici at the head of the Cadastre today in an official ceremony. In his speech, Rama said that the work done so far is great, but not enough. The priority of priorities, Rama said, among other things, will be cutting …

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Woman arrested in Rinas after abandoning minor daughters for asylum in Sweden

A 36-year-old woman has been arrested this Friday in Rinas after abandoning her two minor daughters in Sweden, in order for the latter to seek and obtain asylum in Sweden. The two minor girls have been brought to Tirana, meanwhile, investigations have started for the 36-year-old citizen, resident in Tirana, …

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The largest Polish organization trains the “Albanian Volunteer Team”

The Embassy of Poland in Tirana in cooperation with the National Civil Protection Agency and the Tatra Voluntary Search and Rescue Group, which is the largest mountain search and rescue organization in Poland, have successfully implemented the co-financed project within the framework of Polish development cooperation of the Ministry of …

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The session hearing against former minister Saimir Tahiri is postponed

In the Court of Elbasan, the hearing in charge of the former Minister of the Interior Samir Tahiri, who requested a reduction of the sentence to 1 year and 6 months in prison, was postponed. The journalist of ABC News, Edisona Skenderi, reports that the reason for the postponement was …

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Begaj: Albania Takes Historic Step Toward EU Membership

President Bajram Begaj welcomed the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference on Monday. He called it a historic moment for Albania’s European path. The conference officially opens the closing phase of accession talks with the European Union. Begaj said Albania took another important step toward the European family. He described EU integration …

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Rama: Albania Is Europe’s Most Pro-EU Country

Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania remains the most pro-European country in Europe after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference. Rama welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s focus on EU enlargement. He called the attention important and positive. He said enlargement was once a taboo topic, but that has changed. Rama called …

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Raouna: EU Enlargement Remains a Priority, Candidate Countries Must Be Treated Equally

Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna said EU enlargement remains a top priority after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Tirana. Raouna spoke alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos. She commented on a letter from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about new ideas for …

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Rama After EU Conference: This Is the Beginning of the Final Stage

Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has entered an advanced stage in its EU integration process after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference. He called the conference another major milestone for the country. Rama said Albania opened all negotiation chapters in just 11 months. He described the pace as fast and …

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Kos Backs Albania’s Goal to Close EU Talks by 2027

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos backed Albania’s goal to close EU membership negotiations by the end of 2027. Kos spoke after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Tirana alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and Cyprus Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna. She said Albania’s progress is possible because of strong public support …

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German and Dutch Ambassadors Back Albania’s EU Membership, Stress Judicial Independence

German Ambassador Karl Bergner and Dutch Ambassador Reinout Vos strongly backed Albania’s path toward EU membership in a joint statement on Tuesday. The statement followed the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Brussels. The ambassadors called progress on the “Fundamentals” chapter an important step in Albania’s accession process. They congratulated Albanian …

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Fio Zanotti and FEZZ Concert in Tirana on June 12

Tirana will host the concert “Fio Zanotti & Super Band featuring FEZZ” on June 12, one of the most important cultural events of the year. The concert will take place at the Qendra Kulturore e Katedrales Ortodokse and will feature some of the leading figures of contemporary Italian music. Maestro …

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JuniorFest returns to Albanian Radio and Television

TIRANA, May 26 – Albanian Radio and Television has launched the new edition of JuniorFest. The festival has promoted and showcased young Albanian talents for years. After memorable editions and successful performances, JuniorFest returns this year with a new artistic journey focused on music, creativity, and young performers. At the …

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Speaker Peleshi in Madrid: Spain continues support for Albania’s EU membership process

TIRANA, May 26 – Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi held a meeting in Madrid on Tuesday with the Speaker of the Spanish Congress of Deputies, Francina Armengol. During the meeting, Peleshi discussed relations between Albania and Spain. In addition, he highlighted Spain’s continued support for Albania’s European Union membership process. At …

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Albania-EU intergovernmental conference to open negotiation closing phase

TIRANA, May 26 – The 8th Albania-European Union Intergovernmental Conference will take place in Brussels this Tuesday. The meeting will formally open the process for Albania to enter the phase of closing EU accession negotiations. The Agency for Media and Information said the conference follows a decision by the Committee …

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Begaj: Albania Takes Historic Step Toward EU Membership

President Bajram Begaj welcomed the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference on Monday. He called it a historic moment for Albania’s European path. The conference officially opens the closing phase of accession talks with the European Union. Begaj said Albania took another important step toward the European family. He described EU integration …

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Rama: Albania Is Europe’s Most Pro-EU Country

Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania remains the most pro-European country in Europe after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference. Rama welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s focus on EU enlargement. He called the attention important and positive. He said enlargement was once a taboo topic, but that has changed. Rama called …

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Raouna: EU Enlargement Remains a Priority, Candidate Countries Must Be Treated Equally

Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna said EU enlargement remains a top priority after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Tirana. Raouna spoke alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos. She commented on a letter from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about new ideas for …

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Rama After EU Conference: This Is the Beginning of the Final Stage

Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has entered an advanced stage in its EU integration process after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference. He called the conference another major milestone for the country. Rama said Albania opened all negotiation chapters in just 11 months. He described the pace as fast and …

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Kos Backs Albania’s Goal to Close EU Talks by 2027

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos backed Albania’s goal to close EU membership negotiations by the end of 2027. Kos spoke after the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Tirana alongside Prime Minister Edi Rama and Cyprus Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna. She said Albania’s progress is possible because of strong public support …

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German and Dutch Ambassadors Back Albania’s EU Membership, Stress Judicial Independence

German Ambassador Karl Bergner and Dutch Ambassador Reinout Vos strongly backed Albania’s path toward EU membership in a joint statement on Tuesday. The statement followed the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference in Brussels. The ambassadors called progress on the “Fundamentals” chapter an important step in Albania’s accession process. They congratulated Albanian …

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Fio Zanotti and FEZZ Concert in Tirana on June 12

Tirana will host the concert “Fio Zanotti & Super Band featuring FEZZ” on June 12, one of the most important cultural events of the year. The concert will take place at the Qendra Kulturore e Katedrales Ortodokse and will feature some of the leading figures of contemporary Italian music. Maestro …

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JuniorFest returns to Albanian Radio and Television

TIRANA, May 26 – Albanian Radio and Television has launched the new edition of JuniorFest. The festival has promoted and showcased young Albanian talents for years. After memorable editions and successful performances, JuniorFest returns this year with a new artistic journey focused on music, creativity, and young performers. At the …

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Speaker Peleshi in Madrid: Spain continues support for Albania’s EU membership process

TIRANA, May 26 – Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi held a meeting in Madrid on Tuesday with the Speaker of the Spanish Congress of Deputies, Francina Armengol. During the meeting, Peleshi discussed relations between Albania and Spain. In addition, he highlighted Spain’s continued support for Albania’s European Union membership process. At …

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Albania-EU intergovernmental conference to open negotiation closing phase

TIRANA, May 26 – The 8th Albania-European Union Intergovernmental Conference will take place in Brussels this Tuesday. The meeting will formally open the process for Albania to enter the phase of closing EU accession negotiations. The Agency for Media and Information said the conference follows a decision by the Committee …