Spahiu: Providing a monthly allowance for children under five and investing 480 million lekë to expand local social services
TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – Minister of Health and Social Welfare Klodiana Spahiu announced that the 2027 draft budget includes an allocation of 50 million euros to revise the “Baby Bonus” scheme. The initiative aims to transform the bonus into a monthly support payment for children up to the age …
“Speak with Prime Minister” – Rama: A protest is a knock at door of those in power; authorities must always be ready for dialogue
TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – The “Speak with the Prime Minister” platform is a new social space for direct communication with Prime Minister Edi Rama, open to students and any other citizen who wishes to engage in dialogue. Rama describes this as a space for dialogue—accessible via anyone’s phone or …
Valbona puts on its autumn colors
TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – The Valbona Valley remains one of the gems of Albanian mountain tourism, offering a unique experience for visitors seeking tranquility, pristine nature and breathtaking scenery. Autumn colors make this destination even more alluring, transforming it into a living postcard of the Albanian Alps. Prime Minister …
Albania expresses solidarity with Poland after deadly shooting in Krakow
TIRANA, Nov 7 /ATA/ – The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on Saturday expressed shock and condolences following a deadly shooting in Krakow, Poland, in which six people were killed and at least 15 others injured. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the ministry extended its …
Two separate protests held in Tirana as demonstrators clash with police
Two separate protests took place in Tirana on Saturday, one organised by students and the other by the opposition Democratic Party. Students gathered outside the Ministry of Education. Democratic Party supporters marched from the Prime Minister’s Office towards the Education ministry, seeking to join the students. The students rejected their …
Albania makes progress in EU accession talks on culture and intellectual property
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Albania has made progress in aligning its legislation on culture and intellectual property with European Union standards, Tourism, Culture and Sport Minister Blendi Gonxhja said following a meeting with EU Ambassador to Albania Sofia Moreira de Sousa on Saturday. The talks focused on the country’s …
Clashes escalate outside Education Ministry as protesters set bins on fire, throw stones at police
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Clashes escalated outside the Ministry of Education in Tirana on Saturday after several protesters set fire to two rubbish bins and pushed them towards police officers. Protesters also threw various objects at police, who responded with pepper spray and tear gas. Tensions intensified further when …
Deputy PM condemns masked protesters throwing stones at police
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu has condemned acts of violence during Saturday’s protest outside the Ministry of Education in Tirana, after footage she shared on social media showed masked demonstrators throwing stones at police officers. In her post, Koçiu denounced the violence and expressed support …
Protesters throw stones, fireworks and Molotov cocktails at police outside Prime Minister’s office
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Protesters moved from the area outside the Ministry of Education, where clashes with police had erupted earlier, and marched towards the Prime Minister’s office in Tirana on Saturday. The march was marked by rising tensions and further incidents, with protesters attempting to block the road …
Albania and Türkiye seek closer cooperation on digitising cadastral records
TIRANA, Nov. 7 ATA/ – Albania’s General Directorate of Archives and Türkiye’s General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre plan to deepen cooperation on the preservation and digitisation of cadastral records. On the second day of an official visit to Istanbul, the Archives Director-General Auron Rrokaj met Haki Shahin, head …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu attended the presentation of the book “Spain in Democracy 1975–2000”, written by Charles Powell, in Tirana today. On this occasion, Koçiu took part in a discussion about Spain’s democratic transition, together with the author, Charles Powell, and the Albanian translator, Kita Sallabanda. During the discussion, …
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti met with several French public figures in Paris on Monday, discussing political, economic and security developments in Kosovo, as well as the September 16 verdict issued in The Hague. The meeting took place ahead of the official opening of the Paris Peace Forum, which Kurti …
The National Historical Museum has commemorated the birth anniversary of Croatian historian Milan Šufflay, who made an important contribution to the study of Albania’s medieval history. Milan Šufflay was born on November 9, 1879, in Zagreb. He was a medieval historian and Albanologist, widely regarded as one of the founders …
On November 9, 1917, Themistokli Gërmenji, an Albanian patriot, freedom fighter and intellectual, was executed at the age of 46. He devoted his life to the Albanian national cause and the country’s independence. According to the General Directorate of Archives, Gërmenji began his patriotic activities abroad, after moving to Romania …
Kosovo and Italy have reaffirmed their excellent relations and pledged to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The issue was discussed during a meeting today between Kosovo President Justina Shiroka-Pula and Italy’s Ambassador to Kosovo, Maurizio Antonini, at the Presidential Office. President Shiroka-Pula expressed her gratitude for …
Kosovo President Justina Shiroka-Pula has received a congratulatory letter from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on the occasion of taking office. In his letter, President Steinmeier conveyed his best wishes to Shiroka-Pula on behalf of himself and the German people. He also highlighted the importance of ensuring the full functioning of …
Ola Flour expands its packaging range with three new formats: 5 kg, 10 kg and 15 kg. These new pack sizes are designed to better meet the everyday needs of both consumers and businesses. Ola Foods, part of Atlas Corporation, introduces this new development following many years of presence in …
TIRANA, November 9 /ATSH/ – The Albanian national team officially began its training camp today ahead of their final two UEFA Nations League matches against Finland and Belarus. The Albanian Football Federation (FSHF) announced that 25 players are currently available to Head Coach Rolando Maran. Forward Myrto Uzuni and midfielder …
TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ – Interior Minister Ervin Demo has called for stepped-up traffic management measures in Tirana to reduce congestion, improve road safety and help commuters reach work and school more easily. During an inspection on Monday in the city’s 21 Dhjetori area, where traffic police have increased their …
TIRANA, November 9 /ATSH/ – Prime Minister Rama is in Paris for the Peace Forum, at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. Today evening, PM Rama was received for a bilateral meeting by President Macron at the Élysée Palace. In a world shaped by geopolitical shifts, tech evolution, and …