Albanian PM’s Local Arbitration Plan Pointless, say Experts
Edi Rama says arbitration in future will be a matter for a local Albanian court, but experts say there is no escaping the role of international settlement bodies if the country wants to attract foreign investors. Original post Here
A man arrested for murder after nearly 30 years on the run
A 45-year-old man was arrested by the police this Monday in the port of Vlora, after being convicted and wanted for murder. Citizen Edmond Panaori stabbed to death citizen G. S. in the village of Mbers in Fier in 1996. Panaori was declared wanted after the Prosecution at the Fier …
Opens the new public market of Farka, Krifca: Guarantees the best prices for the consumer
The new public market of Farka is opened. The Minister of Agriculture, Frida Krifca, said during her speech that the new market is another safe step towards the development of agriculture. The minister added that the market offers high food safety standards as well as provides cheaper prices for the …
Puka’s mayor claims socialist supporters were threatened with gunshots ahead of polls
Gunshots were heard in the early hours of this Saturday morning in Puka, claims the Mayor of this Municipality, Gjon Gjonaj. In a social media statement, Gjonaj stated that unidentified persons have threatened supporters of the Socialist Party (SP) and while leaving, they have fired firearms in the air. Furthermore, …
Coronation of the King, ABC News in London: Citizens are divided for and against Charles III
This Saturday, the coronation ceremony of King Charles III was held in the United Kingdom. The journalist of ABC News, Isida Muço, reported from London that the atmosphere does not feel the same as there are places where the citizens have continued normally with their plans, putting interest in the …
Begaj meets King Charles III and Prince William
As part of the participation in the reception given by the King of the United Kingdom, Charles III and Queen Camilla for the Heads of States who are participating in the ceremonies of their coronation on the Royal Throne. President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, met and talked with King …
Coronation of the King, British ambassador in Tirana: The King is a that unites us
The coronation of the King of England is being watched through a special ceremony in Tirana, organized by the British embassy. ABC News followed the ceremony at the British embassy, while Ambassador Alastair King-Smith praised the figure of King Charles III as well as the role of the Monarchy in …
Politicians paid tribute to martyrs of the nation
Senior political leaders paid tribute to the “Mother Albania” memorial this Friday, on the occasion of Martyrs’ Day. Prime Minister Edi Rama and the mayor of Tirana Erion Veliaj laid wreaths in honor of all the martyrs, who sacrificed their lives for a free Albania. Martyrs’ Day was decided to …
Illegal migrants’ hauler busted in Korca
A man from Durrës has been handcuffed by the police in the city of Korça this Friday, after he was caught transporting illegal immigrants. The 56-year-old had packed 15 immigrants in the van type vehicle, which he would transport against payment, to the border with Kosovo, in order to cross …
Fier, man arrested after hitting neighbor with hammer in head
Fier Police has handcuffed this Friday the 42-year-old man who hit the citizen, Q.H, 55 years old, on the head with a hammer. According to the police, the perpetrator had been wanted for days, while his capture was made possible thanks to informational intelligence. Meanwhile, the procedural materials were passed …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has officially announced a change in of Albania’s Interior Ministry, with Besfort Lamallari leaving the post and Ervin Demo taking over as minister. During a meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office, Rama said the move was part of a reshuffle within the government team. Lamallari will …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced changes to his government, with Ervin Demo taking over as Interior Minister as of Friday. Demo had served as Minister of State for Local Government since September 2025. As part of the latest government changes, the Ministry of State for Local Government will be …
Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted after the Administrative Court issued a decision unblocking salaries for the Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) and the Durrës Court. In a post on X, Rama criticized the speed with which, according to him, the court acted on the issue of judges’ …
Historical narratives, political systems, institutions and economies across the region are being put to the test as old problems collide with new pressures, our selection of Balkan Insight’s Premium stories this week shows. Original post Here
Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced a change at the helm of the Interior Ministry. Besfort Lamallari will leave the post and move to the Prime Minister’s Office, while Ervin Demo will take over the ministry. Rama announced the move while presenting changes to the government. He said Lamallari would …
The Ministry of Defense reported 40 wildfires across Albania in the past 24 hours. Six remain active, nine are under monitoring and 25 have been fully extinguished. A total of 492 local personnel and 36 firefighting vehicles are supporting operations. The Armed Forces have deployed 133 personnel, one helicopter, two …
Klodiana Spahiu has been sworn in as Minister of Health and Social Welfare at the Presidency. President Bajram Begaj appointed her following Prime Minister Edi Rama’s proposal, after Evis Sala resigned from the post. Spahiu is a cardiologist and holds a medical degree from the University of Tirana. She later …
An exhibition dedicated to one of Albania’s leading 20th-century artists, Ibrahim Kodra, will open in Tirana on September 23. “Ibrahim Kodra – The Sea and Music” will be held at the Bank of Albania and will remain open until November 23. The exhibition features 41 works created between 1947 and …
Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja announced the launch of a national campaign to register artisans across Albania. The campaign aims to identify, assess and promote traditional crafts and the people who preserve them. Gonxhja said the campaign would give greater visibility to artisans and their work. It will …
Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj has announced a new National Housing Fund to support not only vulnerable groups, but also professionals, young people and newly formed families. Speaking after a government meeting, Ibrahimaj said the programme will make 7,000 apartments available. Around 2,000 will be offered through interest-free loans …