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Kadri Veseli to be re-elected as Speaker on Thursday, says his deputy

The constitutive session of the Kosovo Assembly will continue on August 24, when the PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) coalition will propose Kadri Veseli for speaker, deputy chairman of PDK Enver Hoxhaj tells Express. Original post Here

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EU Office, EULEX, and OSCE condemn the attack on Insajderi journalist, Parim Olluri

EU missions in Kosovo have condemned the attack on Insajderi journalist and director Parim Olluri who on Wednesday evening was physically assaulted by unknown persons while returning home. Original post Here

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Thaci: Last train to a lasting peace

Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, wrote an opinion for the German daily “Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung” commenting on Kosovo-Serbia dialogue facilitated by the EU. Original post Here

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Investigative journalist Parim Olluri assaulted in Pristina

Kosovo investigative journalist, director of online media Insajderi, Parim Olluri, has been assaulted on Wednesday evening while returning home in Pristina. Original post Here

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Pacolli to enter coalition with PAN, daily reports

The PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) reportedly has reached an accord with Behgjet Pacolli’s party, Alliance New Kosova (AKR) to enter coalition and form new institutions. Original post Here

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UN Security Council meeting on Kosovo report today

The UN Security Council will convene today in New York to discuss a new quarterly report on Kosovo by the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres. Original post Here

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Haradinaj received SLS leader, Slobodan Petrovic

Leader of the Serbian Liberal Party (SLS), Slobodan Petrovic, was seen on Wednesday entering the building of the Alliance for the Future of Kosovo (AAK) to meet its leader, Ramush Haraidnaj. Original post Here

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Constitutive session of Assembly resumes on 24 August

Kosovo Assembly session leader announced that constitutive session of Assembly will resume on 24 August at 10:00hrs. MPs are expected to elect the speaker after five consecutive sessions failed after PAN coalition MPs decided to boycott sessions. Original post Here

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PAN promises ending boycott next Thursday

Representatives of the PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) coalition who won June election during a consultative meeting today proposed resumption of the constitutive session of Assembly on 24 August. Original post Here

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Travel and Tour World highlights Albania as rising European destination for 2026 tourism growth

TIRANA, April 23 – Travel and Tour World has highlighted Albania as an emerging European travel destination for 2026, citing growing international interest in its coastal landscapes, mountain regions and cultural heritage sites. The publication described Albania as gaining increased visibility among international travellers. In Tirana, the capital features as …

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Kinostudio “Shqipëria e Re” added to Treasures of European Film Culture

The European Film Academy has included the Kinostudio “Shqipëria e Re” building in the list of Treasures of European Film Culture. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport announced the decision and highlighted its importance for Albania. It said the recognition places Albania among Europe’s key film heritage destinations. It …

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Weather forecast for Thursday: Light rain in southern areas and winds up to 18 m/s

TIRANA, April 23 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will face relatively unstable atmospheric conditions on Thursday. The day is expected to bring alternating clear skies and light to moderate cloud cover during midday and afternoon hours. Southern mountainous areas are expected to see localised light rainfall with low …

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Orikum Archaeological Park zoning approved to strengthen protection of historic site

TIRANA, April 23 – The Council of Ministers approved zoning and a management plan for Orikum Archaeological Park. The site received designation last week as an immovable cultural asset. The decision sets rules for protection, preservation and administration. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said the measure strengthens …

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Business activity in Albania rises in March 2026, led by 1,780 new company registrations

TIRANA, April 23 – Business activity in Albania increased significantly in March 2026, reflecting positive economic dynamics in the country. The National Business Centre reported 1,780 new business registrations during the month. Compared with March 2025, when 1,565 businesses were registered, the figure rose by 13.7 percent. Tirana accounted for …

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Nufi meets Croatian President Zoran Milanović in Zagreb

Nufi met Zoran Milanović during an official visit to Zagreb. They discussed strengthening defence cooperation within NATO. Nufi said Albania and Croatia share a strong commitment to peace and stability in Southeast Europe. He described this as a key strategic priority for both countries. Moreover, both sides agreed to deepen …

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RTSH begins formal reform process as Steering Council approves EBU-backed transformation plan

TIRANA, April 23 – Albania’s public broadcaster, Radio Televizioni Shqiptar (RTSH), has formally launched an institutional reform process following unanimous approval by its Steering Council. The decision marks the start of implementing a transformation plan supported by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). RTSH Director General Eni Vasili said the reform …

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Bank of Albania supports green economy financing through new EU-aligned framework

Bank of Albania, in cooperation with the European Investment Bank, held a technical and inter-institutional workshop in Tirana on the development of Albania’s “Green Taxonomy”. This system classifies which economic activities can be considered environmentally sustainable. The Bank said the initiative is part of a broader technical assistance program to …

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“Three Spanish tenors” gala concert staged at National Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Tirana

TIRANA, April 23 – The National Theatre of Opera and Ballet hosted the concert “Three Spanish tenors” in Tirana, bringing three internationally recognised opera voices to the Albanian capital. The event featured repertoire from classical and operatic music. Tenors Ignacio Encinas, Oscar Encinas and Albert Deprius performed under the direction …

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Blendi Gonxhja declares Monastery of the Archangels a Category I cultural monument

Blendi Gonxhja announced that the Monastery of the Archangels in Derviçan has been declared a Category I “Monument of Culture”. He said authorities will soon begin work to restore it and make it livable again. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport said the decision was made in cooperation with …

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Travel and Tour World highlights Albania as rising European destination for 2026 tourism growth

TIRANA, April 23 – Travel and Tour World has highlighted Albania as an emerging European travel destination for 2026, citing growing international interest in its coastal landscapes, mountain regions and cultural heritage sites. The publication described Albania as gaining increased visibility among international travellers. In Tirana, the capital features as …

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Kinostudio “Shqipëria e Re” added to Treasures of European Film Culture

The European Film Academy has included the Kinostudio “Shqipëria e Re” building in the list of Treasures of European Film Culture. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport announced the decision and highlighted its importance for Albania. It said the recognition places Albania among Europe’s key film heritage destinations. It …

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Weather forecast for Thursday: Light rain in southern areas and winds up to 18 m/s

TIRANA, April 23 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will face relatively unstable atmospheric conditions on Thursday. The day is expected to bring alternating clear skies and light to moderate cloud cover during midday and afternoon hours. Southern mountainous areas are expected to see localised light rainfall with low …

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Orikum Archaeological Park zoning approved to strengthen protection of historic site

TIRANA, April 23 – The Council of Ministers approved zoning and a management plan for Orikum Archaeological Park. The site received designation last week as an immovable cultural asset. The decision sets rules for protection, preservation and administration. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said the measure strengthens …

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Business activity in Albania rises in March 2026, led by 1,780 new company registrations

TIRANA, April 23 – Business activity in Albania increased significantly in March 2026, reflecting positive economic dynamics in the country. The National Business Centre reported 1,780 new business registrations during the month. Compared with March 2025, when 1,565 businesses were registered, the figure rose by 13.7 percent. Tirana accounted for …

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Nufi meets Croatian President Zoran Milanović in Zagreb

Nufi met Zoran Milanović during an official visit to Zagreb. They discussed strengthening defence cooperation within NATO. Nufi said Albania and Croatia share a strong commitment to peace and stability in Southeast Europe. He described this as a key strategic priority for both countries. Moreover, both sides agreed to deepen …

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RTSH begins formal reform process as Steering Council approves EBU-backed transformation plan

TIRANA, April 23 – Albania’s public broadcaster, Radio Televizioni Shqiptar (RTSH), has formally launched an institutional reform process following unanimous approval by its Steering Council. The decision marks the start of implementing a transformation plan supported by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). RTSH Director General Eni Vasili said the reform …

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Bank of Albania supports green economy financing through new EU-aligned framework

Bank of Albania, in cooperation with the European Investment Bank, held a technical and inter-institutional workshop in Tirana on the development of Albania’s “Green Taxonomy”. This system classifies which economic activities can be considered environmentally sustainable. The Bank said the initiative is part of a broader technical assistance program to …

News

“Three Spanish tenors” gala concert staged at National Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Tirana

TIRANA, April 23 – The National Theatre of Opera and Ballet hosted the concert “Three Spanish tenors” in Tirana, bringing three internationally recognised opera voices to the Albanian capital. The event featured repertoire from classical and operatic music. Tenors Ignacio Encinas, Oscar Encinas and Albert Deprius performed under the direction …

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Blendi Gonxhja declares Monastery of the Archangels a Category I cultural monument

Blendi Gonxhja announced that the Monastery of the Archangels in Derviçan has been declared a Category I “Monument of Culture”. He said authorities will soon begin work to restore it and make it livable again. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport said the decision was made in cooperation with …