Kosovo Government withdraws platform which makes Thaci chief negotiator in dialogue with Serbia
The Government’s platform on dialogue with Serbia, which proposes a leading role for President Thaci in the dialogue with Serbia, has been withdrawn from the Parliament’s agenda today. The withdrawal was done at the order of the Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj. The move came after strong criticism of opposition parties …
Kosovo Speaker of Parliament, MPs touring EU lobbying for visa liberalization
Speaker of Kosovo Parliament, Kadri Veseli, accompanied by a group of Kosovo MPs are expected to visit France and Austria, lobbying for visa liberalization for Kosovo. Original post Here
EU members want to involve in final phase of Kosovo-Serbia dialogue
The EU member countries have asked involvement in the final phase of Kosovo-Serbia dialogue which is being facilitated by the EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini. Original post Here
Kosovo contributing to regional and global stability – PM Haradinaj
In the Global Security Conference, with special emphasis on the fight against terrorism, violent extremism and radicalism, which is being held in Tirana, Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, said that Kosovo plays constructive role in regional cooperation, in order to create peace and stability. Original post Here
EULEX remains in Kosovo only with advisory role
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, has submitted on Monday to the EU authorities the exchange of letters with the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Federica Mogherini, which concludes current mandate of EULEX. Original post Here
Kosovo Parliament postpones debate on dialogue with Serbia
The Parliament of Kosovo has decided to postpone a debate on dialogue with Serbia. MPs were expected to debate and vote today a Government’s platform on the final phase of the dialogue with Serbia which gives President Hashim Thaci a leading role in the dialogue. Original post Here
Serbian President has turned down a US proposal on Kosovo
Media in Belgrade are reporting that Serbian president, Aleksandar Vucic, has refused a U.S. proposal on Kosovo. Original post Here
LDK against giving Thaci leading role in dialogue with Serbia
The opposition party of the Democratic League of Kosovo – LDK, will not support the Government’s platform on dialogue with Serbia, which gives President Hashim Thaci leading role in dialogue with Serbia. Original post Here
Opposition against giving Thaci a leading role in dialogue with Serbia
The biggest opposition party – the Democratic League of Kosovo has decided not to support Hashim Thaci as chief negotiator in the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. A source told Gazeta Express that the LDK has decided not to support the Government’s proposal for giving the President the leading role …
Kosovo Parliament to discuss President’s role in dialogue with Serbia
The Parliament of Kosovo is expected to review on Monday the draft-platform of the Government on finalization of the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia, on normalization of relations. The Government in its strategy has proposed giving President Thaci a leading role in dialogue with Serbia. Original post Here
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …