Kosovo’s opposition leader says tax on Serbia’s goods should not be rescinded
Leader of the Vetevendosje party in opposition, Albin Kurti, said the tax imposed in all Serbian imports should not be revoked. Regardless calls of the US and EU to rescind the tax, Kurti says the Government should not revoke its decision. Original post Here
Hague prosecutors interviewed another ex-KLA member in Pristina
Prosecutors of the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office dealing with alleged crimes committed by the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), have interviewed for the second day in a row ex-KLA commander, Nazif Mehmeti, for his role during the war in Kosovo. Original post Here
Serbia’s FM with Milosevic’s mentality towards Kosovo, according to Pacolli’s advisor
Jetlir Zyberaj, advisor to Kosovo’s Foreign Minister, Behgjet Pacolli, called as “lack of creativity” Serbia’s media performance presenting countries which allegedly withdrawn decision to recognise Kosovo. Original post Here
No documents proving Kosovo, Serbia presidents agreed on redrawing borders, says Ahmeti
Head of Social Democratic Party of Kosovo, PSD, Shpend Ahmeti, who co-heads state delegation in dialogue with Serbia, said he believes the President Hashim Thaci has handed over to the state delegation all documents of what he has discussed so far with his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar Vucic. Original post Here
Tax on Serbian good as long as needed, says Kosovo’s Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Prime Minister, Enver Hoxhaj, told media in Bosnia-Herzegovina (BiH) the tax imposed for imported goods from Serbia and BiH is about foreign policy these two countries have towards Kosovo and has nothing to do with the economy. Original post Here
Kosovo’s President backs unification of Mitrovica
Kosovo’s President Hashim Thaci has supported Tuesday the initiative of Mitrovica South mayor, Agim Bahtiri, on unification of this town divided into ethnic lines between Albanians living in the south and Serbs in the north. Original post Here
ContourGlobal gets support to build new coal power plant in Kosovo
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said Tuesday the U.S. power company ContourGlobal will proceed with plans to build a 500 megawatt (MW) coal-fired plant in Kosovo. In October 2018 the World Bank confirmed that they will not support a coal power plant in Kosovo because it would use coal rather …
Kosovo’s Haradinaj resists US request on suspending tax
Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said on Tuesday after meeting US Ambassador Philip Kosnett that the 100 percent tax on Serbian goods will not be suspended until Serbia recognizes Kosovo. US Ambassador is urging Kosovo authorities to suspend the tax. Original post Here
Trepca miners temporarily trapped underground
Around 100 miners were trapped inside a mine in the Kosovo’s town of Mitrovica after an alleged elevator malfunction. But authorities announced that an alternative solution has been found and miners have been rescued and are in good health. Original post Here
Kosovo’s Thaci extends mandate of KSF’s Commander-in-chief
President Hashim Thaci, has extended the mandate of the army’s commander in chief for additional five years. Original post Here
TIRANA, June 1 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania will continue its plan to develop Zvërnec as a major global tourism destination. He made the remarks during a government meeting in Tirana. He responded to concerns raised by environmental groups and civil society organizations. Meanwhile, Rama said Albania risks …
Jurgen Uldedaj won the IBO Cruiserweight world title on Saturday after defeating Nigerian boxer Austine Nnamdi in a 12-round fight. First, Uldedaj controlled a tough and competitive bout from start to finish. He then delivered a strong performance across all rounds to secure the victory on points. As a result, …
TIRANA, June 1 – More than 400 children took part in the “Run & Have Fun” sports and recreational event in Tirana. Tirana Running Club organized the activity with support from the Municipality of Tirana. The event took place at the Grand Park of the Artificial Lake. The children joined …
The luxury cruise ship Le Boréal arrived on Friday at the port of Sarandë, marking its first visit to the coastal city. First, the 142-meter French-owned vessel brought around 200 international tourists to Albania’s southern coastline. Most of the passengers, about 180 visitors, came from France, while the rest arrived …
TIRANA, June 1 – Enlightenment thinker and ideologue of the Albanian National Awakening Sami Frashëri was born on June 1, 1850 in Frashër, Përmet. He completed his early education in his hometown. He later studied at the “Zosimea” gymnasium in Ioannina. There, he learned several foreign languages, including Ancient Greek, …
Albania has emerged as a key highlight in a growing Balkan travel route that is attracting strong international attention, according to an article published in the Spanish magazine La Vanguardia. First, the article describes the Balkans as one of Europe’s most in-demand tourist regions this year, driven by a mix …
TIRANA, June 1 – Actor of Albanian origin Bekim Fehmiu was born on June 1, 1936 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He studied film at the University of Belgrade between 1956 and 1960. He later built an international career through films such as “Odyssey” and “The Feather Collectors”. These works …
TIRANA, June 1 – Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla said Albania’s agricultural sector will rely increasingly on technology and real-time data, as officials presented “YLLI”, the first virtual assistant for Albanian farmers, at the “Digital Agriculture for Albania 2030” conference in Tirana. The new tool forms part of …
TIRANA, June 1 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania should aim for a higher level of tourism development as the country considers major investment projects such as the one planned in Zvërnec. Speaking on Monday, Rama said authorities have not yet received the project and have not completed the …
TIRANA, June 1 – Fun Fair Albania concluded on Monday after four days of activities that began on May 29. The event offered entertainment and recreational activities from morning until evening. Children’s Day brought additional crowds to the fair. As a result, dozens of activities, games, creative workshops and surprises …