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Kosovo Parliament to vote demarcation on Tuesday

Gazeta Express has learned that the Parliament of Kosovo will hold on Tuesday an extraordinary session when MPs are expected to vote on ratification of the Agreement on border demarcation with Montenegro. Original post Here

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Kosovo teachers holding one-day national strike

The teaching union in Kosovo is staging a one-day strike today. The union is in dispute with the ruling coalition partners over an agreement reached before these parties came to power in 2017 on recognising the contribution of teachers who worked during parallel education system in 90s when Kosovo was …

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Belgium rotten meat scandal discovered in Kosovo

Belgium food authorities have closed down a meat processing plant and meat products have been removed from supermarket shelves after a worker of the Belgian company exporting meat Veviba, admitted that they have exported rotten meat in Kosovo. Original post Here

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US ‘Special Package’ on Kosovo issue

The U.S. has prepared a special package to be presented to Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in the next few weeks, according to Belgrade daily Vecernje Novosti. Original post Here

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US Assistant Secretary Mitchell to Visit Pristina Today

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Wess Mitchell is expected to visit Pristina today as part of his tour in the region. Original post Here

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President Thaci owes half a million euro to British Laywer Geoffrey Nice

Gazeta Express got hold of a letter that the British lawyer Sir Geoffrey Nice addressed to the Government of Kosovo, when he reveals a scandalous history involving President Hashim Thaci and his team. The letter shows the President owes almost half a million Euro for his professional engagement with the …

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Kosovo established diplomatic relations with Barbados

Kosovo Foreign Minister, Behgjet Pacolli, in a Facebook statement has announced that Kosovo and Barbados have established diplomatic relations. Original post Here

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Kosovo EU Minister: Demarcation with Montenegro to be ratified within days

Kosovo Minister of European Integration, Dhurata Hoxha, remains optimistic that the Agreement on border demarcation with Montenegro will be ratified within days. Its ratification is one of the last criteria for Kosovo to get visa liberalisation. Original post Here

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Serbia’s platform on Kosovo ‘return to dark ages of chauvinism,’ says DPM Hoxhaj

Recent platform of Belgrade to divide Albanians and Serbs in two separate entities is a return to dark ages of chauvinism, said Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and former foreign minister, Enver Hoxhaj. Original post Here

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Kosovo Launches Functional Review of the Rule of Law Sector

The Functional Review of the Rule of Law Sector has been launched today in Pristina. The process, which will be led by the Ministry of Justice, will further advance rule of law reform in line with acquis and EU standards, and anchor Kosovo firmly in European area of freedom, security, …

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Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms

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 …

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Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech

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 …

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Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth

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 …

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Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire

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 …

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Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path

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 …

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Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation

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 …

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Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones

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 …

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After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships

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 …

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Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal

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 …

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Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation

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 …

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Sejko meets World Bank and IFC officials; focus on financial stability and reforms

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 …

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Opposition protest in Tirana sees escalation on main boulevard after speech

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 …

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Edi Rama at Chamber of Commerce of Catalonia: Albania now a top destination for Spanish youth

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 …

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Ogerta Manastirliu: Rent bonus and compensation for families affected by fire

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 …

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Hoxha meets Portuguese counterpart; support for Albania’s EU membership path

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 …

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Malaj meets senior U.S. official; focus on strengthening economic cooperation

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 …

News

Government declares Bylis and Orikum parks cultural heritage sites, approves Bushat and Delvinë zones

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 …

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After Distria’s gold, Fazliu, Gjakova and Cena compete at European Judo Championships

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 …

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Akil Gjakova one win away from European bronze medal

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 …

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Beja at CEFTA: Albania strengthens role in regional trade facilitation

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 …