EU ambassador, Gonzato to new magistrates: Your decisions will shape citizens’ trust in justice
TIRANA, June 29 – European Union Ambassador to Albania Silvio Gonzato called on newly graduated magistrates to carry out their duties with integrity, honesty, courage and humility. He said every decision they take will directly affect citizens’ lives and trust in the justice system. Meanwhile, Gonzato spoke at the National …
Emanuele Giordano, Scholar Dedicated to Preserving Arbëresh Heritage
Emanuele Giordano dedicates his life to preserving Arbëresh heritage. He is born on 27 June 1920 in Frascineto, Calabria. He studies philosophy and theology in Rome and develops strong academic expertise. He becomes a leading voice in philology and literature. He writes major works such as “Fjalori i Arbëreshvet t’Italisë” …
Pensions increased by over 70% for some categories since 2013
TIRANA, June 29 – Around 900,000 pensioners will benefit from a new 2.7% pension indexation starting from July 1. The decision was approved at the latest government meeting. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the measure is part of the government’s ongoing policies to support pensioners. She made the …
Supreme Court President Sadushi: Justice requires integrity, impartiality and public responsibility
TIRANA, June 29 – Supreme Court President Sokoli Sadushi spoke at the National Conference on the interaction between the justice system and the media. He said justice requires integrity, impartiality and public responsibility. Meanwhile, he called for deeper reflection on the role and responsibilities of magistrates in carrying out their …
La Repubblica Highlights Albania’s Contrast Between Modern Cities and Historic Heritage
The Italian newspaper La Repubblica describes Albania as a country where modern life and historical heritage coexist. It presents a journey from Tirana to Berat that reveals strong contrasts across the country. It shows Tirana with its new skyscrapers, electric vehicles, and rapid urban growth. It also shows rural areas …
Lungomare 4 coastal promenade project advances in Radhima, Vlora
TIRANA, June 29 – Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images on social media from ongoing works on the “Lungomare 4” coastal promenade project in Radhima. He described the project as another milestone in the transformation of the Vlora coastline. Meanwhile, Rama also published a video showing the progress of works …
Media must report judicial cases carefully, perception often replaces evidence
TIRANA, June 29 – Director of the School of Magistrates Arben Rakipi said media and the justice system must maintain a balanced relationship during the National Conference on the interaction between justice and media. Meanwhile, he said the justice system must remain open to the public. He stressed transparency and …
Public administration reform aims to streamline state institutions in European Union alignment process
TIRANA, June 29 – The Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs reviewed a draft law on amendments to Law No. 90/2012 on the organisation and functioning of the state administration. Meanwhile, Minister of State for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption Adea Pirdeni said the bill forms a key pillar of public …
Tourists from around the world enjoy Vlora coastline
TIRANA, June 29 – Vlora is hosting tourists from around the world this summer as visitors explore the Ionian coastline, local cuisine and hospitality. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images on social media showing crowded streets and the Lungomare promenade in the coastal city. At the same time, Vlora …
Queen Geraldine maternity hospital reopens after full transformation
TIRANA, June 29 – The Queen Geraldine maternity hospital has reopened after a full renovation that modernised one of Albania’s leading healthcare institutions for women and newborns. The investment introduced modern facilities, advanced technology and improved working conditions for medical staff. The hospital treats more than 20,000 patients each year …
Despite robust legal frameworks, public institutions in the region are finding new ways to obstruct transparency, a new BIRN report finds. Original post Here
Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Andis Salla and Vlora Mayor Brunilda Mersini visited the new facility after the Municipality of Vlora took ownership. The government invested €1.5 million in the project. The market covers 1,300 square meters and includes 15 cold storage rooms. It connects directly to the Fishing …
Albania’s Parliament approved a new draft law and several resolutions during a plenary session on Tuesday. Lawmakers passed a law that strengthens official controls on food and animal feed safety, animal health and welfare, plant health, and plant protection products. The measure received 74 votes in favor. Parliament also approved …
Albania has signed a new cooperation memorandum to strengthen skills and employment for young people in the naval industry. The state company KAYO, the Italian company FINCANTIERI, and the Industrial School “Pavarësia” in Vlora signed the agreement at the Pashaliman Naval Base. The deal focuses on internships, training programs, and …
A serious accident occurred on Tuesday on the Tirana–Durrës highway, when a minibus on the Berat–Tirana line left the road and overturned. Emergency teams responded immediately. Police, firefighters, and ambulance crews arrived at the scene and rescued passengers while providing first aid to the injured. Authorities first reported two deaths …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu has expressed condolences after a tragic accident on the Tirana–Durrës highway left one person dead and several others injured. In a statement on social media, Koçiu described the news as “shocking” and offered her deepest condolences to the family of the victim. She also expressed …
Tirana Times, June 30, 2026 – When Tirana Times published Reinier de Graaf’s open letter from The Albanian Files, it did so because the text had already become one of the most discussed and controversial passages of the book. The letter, written in March 2025, appeared to call, in deliberately provocative …
On June 30, 2026, Albania signed a cooperation memorandum in Vlora with Italy’s Fincantieri, one of Europe’s leading shipbuilders, in a move aimed at reviving naval production at the Pashaliman base and strengthening the country’s defence industrial capacity. The memorandum, signed between the Albanian state company KAYO, Fincantieri and the …
The Albanian Files suggests that international architecture may have served not only as design, but as a prestigious façade for opaque money, captured institutions and one-man rule. Tirana Times, June 29, 2026 – A glossy architectural volume meant to celebrate Albania’s transformation has unexpectedly become one of the most revealing …
The Albanian iso-polyphony group from the National Ensemble of Folk Songs and Dances (TKOBAP) performed at the Piccolo Opera Festival 2026 in Italy. As a result, Albanian traditional music reached an international audience. The group presented Albania’s rich iso-polyphonic heritage, which is recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. In …