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Kosovo Serb MPs waiting for Hahn in Parliament

Kosovo Serb MPs took a decision on Sunday to enter the Parliament and wait for the EU Commissioner for European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations, Johannes Hahn who today will be in Kosovo. Original post Here

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Hahn’s visit to Kosovo: Government says is not revoking 100% tax on Serbia’s goods

Johannes Hahn, Commissioner for European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations will be in Kosovo today (3 December) to meet highest state officials. Hahn’s visit came after the Kosovo Government’s decision to impose 100 percent tax on all goods from Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. But the Government officials told Gazeta …

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New U.S. Ambassador arrives in Kosovo

Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Philip S. Kosnett, arrived on Friday morning in Pristina and is expected toi present his credentials to President Hashim Thaci on Monday. Original post Here

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Mayor’s proposal for reunification of Mitrovica, backed by council

Mitrovica South Mayor Agim Bahtiri’s proposal for “unification” of the divided town of Mitrovica, has been supported with majority of votes by municipal council, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here

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European Commissioner Hahn visiting Kosovo on Monday

European Commissioner for Neighborhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations, Johannes Hahn, is expected to visit Kosovo on 3 December when he will meet senior state officials of Kosovo. Original post Here

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Kosovo Army vote, Parliament to decide on Monday

On Monday, chiefs of parliamentary groups will convene to schedule a plenary session when MPs among other points of the agenda are expected to vote the package of laws on transition of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) into Army of Kosovo. Original post Here

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Resignation of Serb mayors not final, says Kosovo PM Haradinaj

Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj says the resignation of four mayors in the Serb-run municipalities in the north is open for consideration adding that his Government is revieweing their request. Original post Here

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EU should grant Kosovo visa-free travel, says President Thaci

Kosovo President Hashim Thaci has welcomed the adoption of the European parliament Resolution on Kosovo for 2018. Original post Here

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Kosovo Army in two weeks, says Speaker of Parliament

Parliament Speaker Kadri Veseli says Kosovo will establish its army by mid-December. The Parliament of Kosovo has approved in principle a package of laws on transition of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) into Army of Kosovo and MPs are expected to pass the legislation in December. Original post Here

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Germany calls on Kosovo to end trade war with Serbia

German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government called on Kosovo to end a trade war with Serbia, Bloomberg is reporting. Original post Here

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Automotive Fair Albania returns to Tirana for fourth edition

TIRANA, May 6 – Automotive Fair Albania returns for its fourth edition in Tirana from 21 to 24 May. The event brings together automotive enthusiasts and technology displays under the motto “Fueled by Passion”. Organisers confirm that the fair will take place at the same venue and will maintain its …

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Manjani: Draft Law on Foreigners Aligns Albania with EU Standards

Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Olta Manjani held a meeting with the inter-institutional working group on the draft law “On Foreigners.” She said the law forms an integral part of Chapter 2 on the free movement of people. She emphasized full alignment with European Union standards. She stressed continued …

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Agreement signed to establish National Education Services Agency

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Education and the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) signed a cooperation agreement today to establish the National Education Services Agency. The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for national examinations and key education services into a modern and autonomous body aligned with international …

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Gonxhja: AADF Key Partner in Sustainable Transformation of Culture and Urban Development

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja met with AADF Board Director Michael Granoff to discuss long-standing cooperation in cultural heritage and development projects. He said the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) plays a key role in driving sustainable transformation in culture, education, and urban development in Albania. He said …

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Play-Out Matches Set for Kategoria e Parë: Dates, Times and Stadiums Confirmed

The Competition Department at the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) has confirmed the schedule for the play-out stage of Kategoria e Parë. Kukësi will face Bylis B at Vorë Stadium. Luftëtari will play against Sopoti at “Flamurtari” Stadium in Vlora. Both matches will take place on May 9 at 16:00. The …

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Police Oversight Agency awards certificates to 23 officers

TIRANA, May 6 – The Police Oversight Agency held a ceremony marking the completion of a training cycle for 23 security officers. The agency reported that 19 officers from its structures and four officers from the Kosova Police Inspectorate received certificates after completing a three-week training course on crime investigation. …

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Himara Opens 2026 Tourist Season with Three Days of Festivities

Himara has officially opened its 2026 summer tourist season with a three-day program of cultural, sports, and entertainment events. The municipality organized the activities on May 1, 2, and 3 across key coastal areas of the city. The program included concerts, fairs, children’s events, outdoor cinema, light festivals, and water …

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Four Albanian heritage elements move toward UNESCO nomination

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and the Albanian-American Development Foundation signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement advances the preparation of a second package of nomination files for UNESCO. The process targets the Intangible Cultural Heritage List and the Register of Good Safeguarding Practices of …

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Education services agreement with Albanian-American Development Foundation, PM Rama: Cambridge excellence for services in education

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian-American Development Foundation and the Ministry of Education signed an agreement in Tirana. The agreement focuses on the modernization of assessment systems in the new National Agency for Education Services. It aims to strengthen digital transformation in education and reinforce merit-based principles in the system. …

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Albania and New Jersey National Guard mark 25 years of partnership, Nufi highlights cooperation with United States

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard marked 25 years of partnership under the State Partnership Program. The anniversary highlighted long-term cooperation in defence and security. A United States delegation visited Albania for the occasion. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays led the delegation as …

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Automotive Fair Albania returns to Tirana for fourth edition

TIRANA, May 6 – Automotive Fair Albania returns for its fourth edition in Tirana from 21 to 24 May. The event brings together automotive enthusiasts and technology displays under the motto “Fueled by Passion”. Organisers confirm that the fair will take place at the same venue and will maintain its …

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Manjani: Draft Law on Foreigners Aligns Albania with EU Standards

Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Olta Manjani held a meeting with the inter-institutional working group on the draft law “On Foreigners.” She said the law forms an integral part of Chapter 2 on the free movement of people. She emphasized full alignment with European Union standards. She stressed continued …

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Agreement signed to establish National Education Services Agency

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Education and the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) signed a cooperation agreement today to establish the National Education Services Agency. The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for national examinations and key education services into a modern and autonomous body aligned with international …

News

Gonxhja: AADF Key Partner in Sustainable Transformation of Culture and Urban Development

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja met with AADF Board Director Michael Granoff to discuss long-standing cooperation in cultural heritage and development projects. He said the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) plays a key role in driving sustainable transformation in culture, education, and urban development in Albania. He said …

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Play-Out Matches Set for Kategoria e Parë: Dates, Times and Stadiums Confirmed

The Competition Department at the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) has confirmed the schedule for the play-out stage of Kategoria e Parë. Kukësi will face Bylis B at Vorë Stadium. Luftëtari will play against Sopoti at “Flamurtari” Stadium in Vlora. Both matches will take place on May 9 at 16:00. The …

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Police Oversight Agency awards certificates to 23 officers

TIRANA, May 6 – The Police Oversight Agency held a ceremony marking the completion of a training cycle for 23 security officers. The agency reported that 19 officers from its structures and four officers from the Kosova Police Inspectorate received certificates after completing a three-week training course on crime investigation. …

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Himara Opens 2026 Tourist Season with Three Days of Festivities

Himara has officially opened its 2026 summer tourist season with a three-day program of cultural, sports, and entertainment events. The municipality organized the activities on May 1, 2, and 3 across key coastal areas of the city. The program included concerts, fairs, children’s events, outdoor cinema, light festivals, and water …

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Four Albanian heritage elements move toward UNESCO nomination

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and the Albanian-American Development Foundation signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement advances the preparation of a second package of nomination files for UNESCO. The process targets the Intangible Cultural Heritage List and the Register of Good Safeguarding Practices of …

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Education services agreement with Albanian-American Development Foundation, PM Rama: Cambridge excellence for services in education

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian-American Development Foundation and the Ministry of Education signed an agreement in Tirana. The agreement focuses on the modernization of assessment systems in the new National Agency for Education Services. It aims to strengthen digital transformation in education and reinforce merit-based principles in the system. …

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Albania and New Jersey National Guard mark 25 years of partnership, Nufi highlights cooperation with United States

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard marked 25 years of partnership under the State Partnership Program. The anniversary highlighted long-term cooperation in defence and security. A United States delegation visited Albania for the occasion. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays led the delegation as …