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US Embassy: Albania to Play a Key Role in the International Stabilization Force Mission

International Stabilization Force (ISF) Commander Major General Jasper Jeffers held talks with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha and Defence Minister Ermal Nufi. The discussions focused on Albania’s future contributions to the force and its role in supporting the ISF mission. During the meetings, the officials discussed Albania’s …

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Mother Teresa Square to Become Pedestrian Zone with Museum and Underground Parking

Tirana plans to transform Mother Teresa Square into a mainly pedestrian public space. The project will move many of the square’s new functions underground. The Albanian Development Fund has launched a tender for the project. It has set a budget limit of 20.8 billion lek, or around €21 million, for …

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Albania battles 43 wildfires as 13 remain active

The Ministry of Defence reported 43 wildfires across Albania over the past 24 hours. Of these, 13 remain active, while eight are under monitoring and 22 have been extinguished. Meanwhile, 697 local and municipal emergency personnel took part in firefighting and monitoring operations. In addition, they used 68 firefighting vehicles …

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UNOPS and Albania join forces to modernise public procurement

The Centralized Purchasing Operator (OBP) and UNOPS have signed a cooperation agreement in Tirana. The agreement is called “Procuring Together for a European Albania”. It aims to strengthen strategic purchasing. It also seeks to improve public procurement. OBP Administrator Jonaid Myzyri signed the agreement. Sabine Kania, Director of the UNOPS …

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Rama gathers ministers and Socialist leaders to set priorities for new parliamentary session

Prime Minister Edi Rama will meet political leaders and ministers at noon today, September 9, on the outskirts of Tirana. The meeting will focus on the Socialist Party’s priorities for the new parliamentary session. It will also address the government’s new political agenda. Meanwhile, Rama is expected to renew his …

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Peleshi meets EU ambassador: EU membership is a natural aspiration for Albanians

Albanian Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi met today with the European Union’s new ambassador to Albania, Sofia Moreira de Sousa. They discussed Albania’s path towards EU membership and the work ahead in the integration process. Peleshi said EU membership remains a natural aspiration for Albanians. He also stressed the country’s institutional …

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Under New Law, Albania’s Mountains Risk Same Fate as Coast, Critics Say

While all eyes are on the damage caused by tourism construction on Albania’s coast, the government has passed a law designed to boost investment in the mountains too, much to the concern of environmentalists. Original post Here

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Duka Meets Trump Special Envoy Paolo Zampolli to Discuss Sports Diplomacy

President of the Albanian Football Federation (FSHF) Armand Duka met today with Paolo Zampolli, US President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for Global Partnerships. Zampolli is visiting Tirana as part of a wider tour. During his visit, he has met representatives of state institutions, political leaders and other stakeholders in Albania. …

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Nufi Meets Jeffers: Albania and US Determined to Deepen Defense Cooperation

Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi met today with Major General Jasper Jeffers, Commander of the US Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) and Commander of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza. During the meeting, the two sides highlighted the importance of the close Albania-US partnership in defense and security. “Our …

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Begaj Calls for Cooperation as New Parliamentary Session Begins: “Responsibility for Albania Is Shared”

President Bajram Begaj called for cooperation, commitment and dialogue as Albania opened its new parliamentary session today. Begaj urged political forces to work together even when they disagree. He said they should always focus on the country’s interests. “Political mandates and beliefs differ, but our responsibility toward Albania is shared. …

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UEFA Nations League: Tickets for San Marino-Albania Match Go on Sale

Tickets reserved for Albanian fans are now on sale for the San Marino-Albania match in the UEFA Nations League, League C. The match will take place on September 29, 2026, at the San Marino Stadium. Albanian fans who want to support the national team away from home can buy tickets …

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25 Years since 9/11, Begaj: A reminder of the terrible consequences of hatred; America showed the world It cannot be defeated

President Bajram Begaj has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. He paid tribute to the 2,977 people who lost their lives. In a social media post, Begaj expressed his condolences and solidarity with the victims’ families and loved ones. “A quarter …

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Tourists Generate Around €2.4 Billion in Revenue in First Half of 2026

Foreign visitors spent a record €2.38 billion in Albania during the first six months of 2026, according to the latest data from the Bank of Albania. The figure marks the highest level ever recorded for the first half of a year. It also confirms the growing role of tourism in …

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25th anniversary of 9/11, U.S. Embassy in Tirana: We remember the victims and the resilience of the American spirit

The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. In a Facebook post, the embassy honored the memory of the thousands of people who lost their lives. It also paid tribute to the heroes who emerged in New …

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German Ambassador Bergner: Justice Reform a Key Factor in Albania’s Advancement Toward the EU

Germany supports Albania’s membership in the European Union. However, Berlin says the pace of accession talks will depend on the implementation of reforms. In an interview with Deutsche Welle, German Ambassador to Tirana Karl Bergner praised Albania’s progress. He also stressed the importance of strengthening the rule of law and …

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Foreign Direct Investment Rises 50% to €1.14 Billion in Six Months

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Albania rose sharply during the first six months of 2026. FDI reached €1.144 billion, marking a 50% increase compared with the same period last year. Data from the Bank of Albania on the country’s balance of payments show that FDI flows reached €741 million in …

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Direct Luxembourg-Tirana Flights to Launch in 2027, Hoxha: Another European Airline Enters Albania

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha announced today that Luxair will launch direct flights between Luxembourg and Tirana. Hoxha welcomed the arrival of another European airline in Albania. He described the development as excellent news for the country. Starting March 29, 2027, Luxair will operate the new route …

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Albania, US Company Argent LNG Sign Deal to Explore Adriatic Gas Terminal

Albania is exploring plans to build an LNG terminal on its Adriatic coast. The proposed terminal would receive US liquefied natural gas (LNG) by ship. It would then store the LNG and convert it from a liquid into gas. The gas could enter regional pipelines and reach countries across the …

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Peleshi: Parliamentary Cooperation with Austria Will Continue to Grow

Speaker of the Albanian Parliament Niko Peleshi met with Michael Hammer, chairman of the Austrian National Council’s Friendship Group with Albania, and its delegation. Peleshi highlighted the long-standing friendship between Albania and Austria. He said the two countries have strengthened their ties over the years through political cooperation and exchanges …

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Berisha Honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas

The leader of the Democratic Party, Sali Berisha, has been honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas, as part of his visit to the United States. The key was presented to Berisha by Mesquite Mayor Daniel Aleman Jr., according to the Democratic Party’s press office. “During the …

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UEFA Nations League: Tickets for San Marino-Albania Match Go on Sale

Tickets reserved for Albanian fans are now on sale for the San Marino-Albania match in the UEFA Nations League, League C. The match will take place on September 29, 2026, at the San Marino Stadium. Albanian fans who want to support the national team away from home can buy tickets …

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25 Years since 9/11, Begaj: A reminder of the terrible consequences of hatred; America showed the world It cannot be defeated

President Bajram Begaj has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. He paid tribute to the 2,977 people who lost their lives. In a social media post, Begaj expressed his condolences and solidarity with the victims’ families and loved ones. “A quarter …

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Tourists Generate Around €2.4 Billion in Revenue in First Half of 2026

Foreign visitors spent a record €2.38 billion in Albania during the first six months of 2026, according to the latest data from the Bank of Albania. The figure marks the highest level ever recorded for the first half of a year. It also confirms the growing role of tourism in …

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25th anniversary of 9/11, U.S. Embassy in Tirana: We remember the victims and the resilience of the American spirit

The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. In a Facebook post, the embassy honored the memory of the thousands of people who lost their lives. It also paid tribute to the heroes who emerged in New …

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German Ambassador Bergner: Justice Reform a Key Factor in Albania’s Advancement Toward the EU

Germany supports Albania’s membership in the European Union. However, Berlin says the pace of accession talks will depend on the implementation of reforms. In an interview with Deutsche Welle, German Ambassador to Tirana Karl Bergner praised Albania’s progress. He also stressed the importance of strengthening the rule of law and …

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Foreign Direct Investment Rises 50% to €1.14 Billion in Six Months

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Albania rose sharply during the first six months of 2026. FDI reached €1.144 billion, marking a 50% increase compared with the same period last year. Data from the Bank of Albania on the country’s balance of payments show that FDI flows reached €741 million in …

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Direct Luxembourg-Tirana Flights to Launch in 2027, Hoxha: Another European Airline Enters Albania

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha announced today that Luxair will launch direct flights between Luxembourg and Tirana. Hoxha welcomed the arrival of another European airline in Albania. He described the development as excellent news for the country. Starting March 29, 2027, Luxair will operate the new route …

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Albania, US Company Argent LNG Sign Deal to Explore Adriatic Gas Terminal

Albania is exploring plans to build an LNG terminal on its Adriatic coast. The proposed terminal would receive US liquefied natural gas (LNG) by ship. It would then store the LNG and convert it from a liquid into gas. The gas could enter regional pipelines and reach countries across the …

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Peleshi: Parliamentary Cooperation with Austria Will Continue to Grow

Speaker of the Albanian Parliament Niko Peleshi met with Michael Hammer, chairman of the Austrian National Council’s Friendship Group with Albania, and its delegation. Peleshi highlighted the long-standing friendship between Albania and Austria. He said the two countries have strengthened their ties over the years through political cooperation and exchanges …

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Berisha Honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas

The leader of the Democratic Party, Sali Berisha, has been honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas, as part of his visit to the United States. The key was presented to Berisha by Mesquite Mayor Daniel Aleman Jr., according to the Democratic Party’s press office. “During the …