Socialist Party Congress, Rama: Immigrants voting is already a reality
The Congress of the Socialist Party has started, the proceedings of which are taking place in the Palace of Congresses. Prime Minister Edi Rama is keeping his word. “This is an important station in the journey of our party. Not simply that today we will choose the representatives in the …
Rama: I want a spectacular result in the next elections
A spectacular result, Rama asked for the upcoming parliamentary elections, which are expected to be held next year. From the SP congress, Rama said that Albanians should see the SP as a mirror of hope and ambition for the future. The further strengthening of the SP, but also for the …
Rama for the fourth term: To hold the NATO Summit in Tirana
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that projects such as the blue corridor or Vlora airport will be completed within the fourth mandate of the Socialist Party. In his speech to the Congress, Rama declared that the number of foreign tourists will reach 20 million. The head of the government added …
Rama’s proposals for changes in government sent to Presidency
Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced changes in the government. In his speech to the Congress, the head of the government declared that he will propose to the President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, changes in the government cabinet. Rama said that Taulant Balla will be proposed to the post …
Thailand removes visas for citizens of Albania
Albanian citizens can travel visa-free to Thailand. The news was confirmed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, through an announcement on social networks. Now, Albanians can travel without visas to 99 countries, according to Hasan. The minister added that work will continue to strengthen the Albanian passport everywhere …
Socialist Party holds the Congress, will be elected the new National Assembly
At 11:00, the congress of the Socialist Party starts, where 156 of the 350 members of the National Assembly will be elected, where 3/4 of them are expected to be new members. The other members are automatically due to their function (Assembly Speakers, MPs, Ministers, Mayors). Panel discussions will be …
EU grant for Vorë-Hani i Hotit, minister Mete signs the agreement
An agreement providing 136 million Euros of EU grants for the rehabilitation of the Vorë-Hani i Hoti railway line was signed today, at the House of Europe, in Tirana, by the Minister of Finance Ervin Mete, EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato and Head of EBRD in Albania Ekatarina Solovova. The funds …
Start the last session of Assembly, is expected the approval of the SP-PD agreement for the electoral law
Today is the second day of the plenary session. The last session for this parliamentary session. Yesterday’s session was accompanied by debates between the parties, where the report of the head of the Supreme State Audit was discussed. This Friday, the main topic will be the agreed draft for the …
The hearing session for Ilir Beqaj is postponed again due to the absence of one of the lawyers
The preliminary hearing for Ilir Beqaj and the other persons accused of the “Sterilization” file is postponed for the umpteenth time. The reason was the absence of one of the lawyers. The former Minister of Health was present at the session and requested that through a statement he opposes the …
“One in three should be a woman”, is expected the approval of SP-DP for code changes
Another amendment has been submitted to the assembly regarding the draft law on changes to the Electoral Code. Journalist Fjona Xhafaj reports for ABC News that the letter was signed by 26 women MPs. The women’s group was joined by the chairmen of the Bledi Çuçi and Gazment Bardhi groups. …
Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi welcomed today members of the US Senate and House of Representatives staff at the Ministry of Defense. The US officials are taking part in the “Balkans Forward Congressional Fellowship 2026”, organized by the Atlantic Council. During the meeting, Nufi highlighted Albania’s growing role in Euro-Atlantic …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that planned investments in Sazan and Zvërnec will not harm protected areas. Speaking in an interview on “Flasim Shqip”, Rama explained that Sazan is not a protected area. He added that Zvërnec holds the status of a protected landscape under Category V. According to …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that investments in Zvërnec and Sazan are expected to attract other high-level investors to Albania. Speaking to journalist Rudina Xhunga on the “Flasim Shqip” program, Rama highlighted several major projects that could follow the investments in Sazan and Zvërnec. “They will create an experience …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that investors have never asked to buy Sazan Island and that the Albanian state will become a partner in the investment. Speaking to journalist Rudina Xhunga on the “Flasim Shqip” program, Rama addressed the investment plans for Sazan. He stressed that no one has …
The two floating thermal power plants will receive licenses, Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi said today. Karakaçi explained that the Energy Regulatory Entity (ERE) postponed its licensing decision because the authorities still need to complete several documents. Speaking to reporters after the government meeting, the minister addressed the …
Geotechnical and geophysical field surveys have started for the Korçë gasification project, Mayor Sotiraq Filo announced today. Filo described gasification as one of the city’s most important projects for the future. The project aims to build a modern natural gas distribution network. It will provide a more efficient energy and …
The Goddess of Butrint, one of Albania’s best-known archaeological heritage works, has returned to the place where archaeologists discovered it, the ancient city of Butrint. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja announced the return after the statue travelled from Butrint to Rome and later to the National Historical …
The Council of Ministers has proposed amendments to the Law on Environmental Protection to strengthen nature restoration, carbon removal certification and financial support for environmental projects. The draft law adds the “restoration of natural elements” as a new measure for environmental protection. The Council of Ministers will approve specific measures …
The National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble opened its new artistic season last night with an “Opera Gala”. The special evening celebrated lyrical music and brought together powerful voices, orchestral music and emotion on stage. The artists performed a rich program of world opera masterpieces. The gala marked …
Skënderbeu and Tirana shared the points after a dramatic 1-1 draw in Korçë in the fourth week of the Abissnet Superiore. A packed stadium created an intense atmosphere, with strong support from both sets of fans. The match also saw moments of tension between the two fan groups. Tirana started …