Germany says Kosovo-Serbia border change destabilises region
German Minister for Europe Michael Roth says redrawing border between Kosovo and Serbia is dangerous and would unavoidably lead to the destabilization of the Western Balkans. Original post Here
Kosovo ceased communication with UN Mission, PM Haradinaj says
Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj says the assessment of UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, that the biggest problem in the relations between Kosovo and Serbia was Pristina’s decision to increase import taxes to 100 percent on goods from Serbia, does not reflect the reality. He said Kosovo has ceased its communication with …
Kosovo Serbs against tax, Trepca statute
Kosovo Serb representatives of five administrative units from all over Kosovo convened Wednesday in Mitrovica North to discuss current political and security situation in Kosovo. Original post Here
Kosovo’s opposition with joint front on dialogue with Serbia
Opposition parties in Kosovo published Wednesday a joint press release when they set the conditions on continuation of Kosovo-Serbia dialogue. According to opposition the Parliament should be tasked to set the agenda of talks with Belgrade and not the President of Kosovo who currently leads EU-facilitated dialogue with Serbia in …
Ex-KLA commander questioned by war crime prosecutors in Pristina
Sylejman Selimi, former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) commander has been questioned Wednesday by international special prosecutors, for his role during Kosovo war. Original post Here
Kocijancic: Kosovo, Serbia decide dialogue agenda
Maja Kocijancic, the spokeswoman of the EU’s foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini, has explained Wednesday the EU position on Trepca mining complex, a day after she told media in Belgrade that ownership of this industrial giant of Kosovo should be addressed during Kosovo-Serbia dialogue. Original post Here
Kosovo’s President ready for ‘slight’ correction of border
Kosovo’s President favours “slight border correction” as a compromise for a final agreement with Serbia. Thaci made the statements during a debate held at the Council of Foreign Relations in Washington. Original post Here
EU’s Mogherini siding with Serbia, says ex-negotiator of Kosovo
Kosovo’s former chief negotiator in technical dialogue with Serbia, Edita Tahiri, has strongly opposed the statement of the EU spokeswoman, Maja Kocijancic, who told media in Belgrade that the issue of Trepca should be addressed during Pristina-Belgrade dialogue in Brussels. Original post Here
Kosovo’s Speaker against the EU’s agenda for discussing Trepca with Serbia
Kosovo Parliament Speaker, Kadri Veseli, has reacted to the EU position that the statute of Trepca mining complex should be resolved during the dialogue with Serbia. Original post Here
One day EU will ask Kosovo to stop breathing if there is no dialogue with Serbia – Mustafa
Former prime minister of Kosovo and leader of the biggest opposition party, LDK, Isa Mustafa, has reacted to the EU position that status of the Trepca mining complex should be addressed during dialogue with Serbia. 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, …
Former Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari will join the Prime Minister’s Office team and work on the government’s two new platforms, “Besa” and “Mirror” platforms. In a Facebook post, Lamallari described his time as Interior Minister as an unforgettable journey and a “book of life” that guided him to his next …