Anti-Government protest in Albania turns violent
Albanian police clashed in Tirana with protesters staging a demonstration against the government of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Original post Here
Tax prevented agreement on Kosovo’s partition, says Haradinaj’s advisor
Erolld Belegu, advisor to Ramush Haradinaj, says the Prime Minister is persistent in keeping the 100 percent tax on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods. Original post Here
No secret talks with Serbia, says advisor to Kosovo President
Ardian Arifaj, advisor to Kosovo president Hashim Thaci, says a potential agreement between Kosovo and Serbia is of benefit for the region. Original post Here
Kosovo’s opposition leader Albin Kurti rushed to hospital after suffering from flu
Albin Kurti, leader of the opposition party of Vetevendosje was admitted to hospital Tuesday after suffering complications with the flu. Original post Here
Serbia not interested in normalizing relations with Kosovo – opposition leader
Leader of the biggest opposition party Democratic League of Kosovo, LDK, Isa Mustafa, said Serbia is not interested in normalisation relations with Kosovo or recognising its independence, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
Kosovo-Serbia border change is Putin’s agenda, says Haradinaj
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said Tuesday that he expects Pristina-belgrade dialogue continue, reiterating that introduction of 100 percent tax on Serbian goods should not be linked with the dialogue process, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
Kosovo’s visa liberalization complicated, says EU Minister
Kosovo’s Minister of European Integration, Dhurata Hoxha, says the path towards visa liberalization with the European Union has been complicated because of the European Parliament elections set to take place this year. Original post Here
Suspend tax, struck final deal with Serbia, says Kosovo President’s advisor
Blerim Shala, advisor to Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, says 100 percent tax on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods should be suspended. Original post Here
German FM reconfirmed unreserved support to Kosovo, says Haradinaj
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, commented Monday statements of German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas who said that his country considers as wrong if the EU and Germany give up supporting Kosovo, Original post Here
Missing persons issue to be addressed during Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, says Haradinaj
Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj received Monday representatives of the family members of missing persons, and stated that the issue of those who went missing during Kosovo war should be addressed during Pristina-Belgrade dialogue in Brussels. Original post Here
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 …
The Governor of the Bank of Albania, Gent Sejko, met with UNDP Resident Representative Randi Davis to discuss cooperation in green finance, financial and digital education, payment systems, and support for SMEs. The meeting focused on Albania’s latest economic and financial developments and the Bank’s ongoing initiatives. Davis praised the …
Albania is increasingly attracting visitors through its natural heritage, with protected areas becoming key destinations for tourists. Diverse landscapes, rich biodiversity and outdoor activities are drawing more visitors and adding a new dimension to the country’s tourism offer. Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj said more than 4.5 million visitors explored Albania’s …
General jurisdiction prosecutors from Tirana, Elbasan, Durrës, Gjirokastër, Sarandë, Kukës, Korçë, Berat, Fier, Vlora, Dibër, Lezhë and Shkodër took part in a training session on prosecutorial ethics and professional dilemmas. The Dutch Embassy in Albania said the training was led by Dutch prosecutor Disa Jironet. It focused on complex cases, …