Albania’s Disregard for Environmental Protection ‘Hurting EU Accession Hopes’
Amid continuing street protests, Albania is coming under increasing pressure to reverse its weakening of environmental protections in the interests of ‘luxury tourism’, or risk a setback in its pursuit of EU accession. Original post Here
Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia sign agreement on cross-border citizens’ rights
The Ombudsmen of Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia signed a memorandum of cooperation today in Prizren. The agreement aims to strengthen and protect citizens’ rights across borders. First, the heads of the institutions committed to turning cooperation into real benefits for citizens in all three countries. They emphasized practical protection …
First Division Format to Change from the 2027/2028 Season
The Executive Committee approved a new format for Albania’s First Division starting from the 2027/2028 season. The change aims to increase competition and maintain sporting interest throughout the season. However, the current format will remain unchanged for the next edition. The championship will continue with three regular phases and 33 …
INSTAT: Unemployment falls to 8.4% in 2025 as average wage rises to 84,000 lek
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-343″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-343″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s labor market improved further in 2025, as unemployment declined and average monthly wages increased, according to the latest data from INSTAT. The country’s labor force reached 1,279,906 people. Men accounted for 54.2% of the total, while women made up …
Rama to France24: Outside interference fuels Zvërnec protest
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-347″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:5e4ae464-f2d0-41ad-87cc-49336df2d056-347″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-16″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Prime Minister Edi Rama responded to questions from France24 about the protest against the Zvërnec project. He said several outside actors have influenced the movement. “There is a lot of interference. Iran has targeted us during a three-year cyber conflict. …
Balla to Young Albanians in North Macedonia: The Albanian Language Is Not Negotiable
Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla met with young Albanians from North Macedonia and stressed the importance of protecting Albanian language rights. He stated that Albanians in North Macedonia are a state-forming nation, not an ethnic minority. Therefore, the right to education and the use of the Albanian language …
Rama: Revival of Korça’s French High School Discussed with Macron
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that the revival of the French High School in Korça was among the projects discussed with French President Emmanuel Macron during their meeting in Paris. The project is a joint initiative between the Albanian and French governments. It aims to create a regional center of …
Albania Signs Energy Agreement with ENI to Study National Oil and Gas Capacity
Albania and Italy signed a memorandum of understanding in Tirana to strengthen cooperation in the energy sector. The agreement focuses on improving energy security and developing strategic hydrocarbon supply capacities. Prime Minister Edi Rama, Economy Minister Delina Ibrahimaj, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi, and senior Italian representatives attended the …
Winning Project Announced for the New University Campus “Aleksandër Moisiu” in Durrës
The international competition for the new campus of Aleksandër Moisiu University in Durrës has concluded with the announcement of the winning design. First, the jury selected the winning consortium, 51N4E with JESHILE Landscape Design. Next, the process ended a strong competition involving 41 Albanian and international teams. Moreover, five finalist …
Lamallari holds meeting with Dutch counterpart in The Hague: Albania–Netherlands agreement on security and law enforcement
Albanian Minister of Interior Besfort Lamallari is on an official visit to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. There, he met with his counterpart, Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel, in The Hague. First, the two ministers focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in security. They also discussed law enforcement …
TIRANA, June 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, which brings together heads of state and government, international financial institutions, business representatives and civil society organisations from around the world. The conference aims to strengthen international support for Ukraine and mobilise …
Work on the rehabilitation of the Bënja thermal baths continues steadily. The project aims to improve tourist infrastructure, organize visitor services, and protect the area’s unique natural values. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Environment clarified that the destination remains under development. Therefore, recently published images show temporary construction stages rather than …
The Special Commission on Administrative-Territorial Reform held its eleventh public hearing in Korça. The meeting gathered local stakeholders to discuss proposals for Albania’s new territorial reform. Speaking at the hearing, Arbjan Mazniku said that ten years after the 2014 reform, it is time to evaluate its results and identify improvements. …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko in Gdańsk, Poland, on Wednesday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. Albania’s Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, also attended the talks. During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha visited Nicosia, Cyprus, where he held a series of high-level meetings focused on EU integration and bilateral cooperation. First, Hoxha met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing Albania’s European agenda. In addition, he …
Niko Peleshi met Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican. The meeting reaffirmed strong relations between Albania and the Holy See. Both sides emphasized shared values and cooperation. They highlighted peace, dialogue, and mutual respect. Peleshi presented a symbolic gift from Albania. The gesture expressed friendship and appreciation toward the Holy …
Bajram Begaj attended an international scientific conference in Tirana focused on the importance of toponymy in shaping Albanian cultural identity. The event was organized by the Institute of Anthropology under the Academy of Sciences. Researchers and academics discussed how place names reflect language, history, and identity. Begaj said that scientific …
By H.E. Ambassador Nasser Kamel, Secretary General of the Union for the Mediterranean. Tirana Times, June 25, 2026 – They say no man ever steps in the same river twice. The universe is in a constant state of flux: such is my sentiment as I reflect on my mandate at the Union for the …
Bank of Albania data show Austria topping first-quarter foreign investment flows, while property and construction continue to shape Albania’s FDI model. Tirana Times June 25, 2026 – The figures place Austria ahead of some of Albania’s traditionally dominant investment partners, including Italy, the Netherlands and Turkey. Yet the data also …
TIRANA, June 25 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation has approved the starting dates for all national competitions in the 2026-2027 football season. The “Abissnet Superiore” championship will begin on August 22, 2026 and end on May 9, 2027. Meanwhile, the “First Category” championship will start on …