Thaci at the Conference of Paris: Dialogue with Serbia key to EU integrations
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, who is participating in the Paris Conference, as part of the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA) has addressed participants today and talked about Kosovo’s political and economic development as part of the EU integration process. Original post Here
Russia bans use of the flag and anthem, Kosovo boycotts World Judo Masters
Kosovo has decided to boycott the World Judo Masters 2017, which will be held in St. Petersburg, Russia on 16-17 December, after the host country, announced that they will not allow the Kosovo team use state symbols. Russia has not recognized Kosovo’s independence due to their strong ties with Serbia. …
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci attends the Conference of Paris
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Hashim Thaci, following a visit to Bulgaria, has travelled on Friday to France, when he will be one of the speakers of the First Conference of Paris, which is being held within the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA). Original post Here
Number of confirmed cases of measles rises to one thousand in Kosovo
The University Clinical Centre of Kosovo (UCCK) has confirmed the number of cases of measles has risen to around one thousand in seven months. Original post Here
Northern Kosovo: No rule of law, corruption level remains high
The level of corruption in northern part of Kosovo, inhabited mainly by Serbs, remains high because of non-functioning of judiciary and lack of a law on protection of whistle-blowers. Original post Here
Vucic says Serbia will fight for Trepça mine in Kosovo
Serbian President, Aleksandar Vucic, said that Serbia would fight the Trepça mining and metallurgical complex in Kosovo “uncompromisingly.” Serbia marked on Thursday 90th anniversary of the Trepça mining complex which before Kosovo was stripped of its autonomy by the Yugoslav government of Slobodan Milosevic in 1989, accounted for two thirds …
Speaker demands Chief Prosecutor Probe Vetevendosje MP Allegations
Kosovo Assembly Speaker, Kadri Veseli, has sent a letter to the Chief State Prosecutor, Aleksander Lumezi, asking the State Prosecution Office to investigate allegations of the Vetevendosje MP, Drita Millaku, who during Wednesday’s session of the Assembly accused President Hashim Thaci and speaker of Assembly Kadri Veseli related to killing …
Assembly session on draft budget to continue on Sunday at 15:00
The Assembly session on draft Law on Budget 2018 will continue on Sunday at 15:00, the Assembly Speaker Kadri Veseli, announced. Original post Here
Vetevendosje MPs Kurti and Kadaj-Bujupi remain in detention
The court hearing for Vetevendosje MPs, who are accused of letting off tear gas in Assembly hall, was held today. Original post Here
CEC certifies runoff election results
The Central Election Commission (CEC) today certified the final results of the mayoral runoff of 12 out of 19 municipalities held on 12 November. Original post Here
TIRANA, August 10 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari and State Police Director General Skënder Hita thanked around 300 police officers, firefighters and Armed Forces personnel involved in the Kruja wildfire operation. Lamallari praised their work in evacuating residents and managing the fire, which strong winds intensified. He said special forces, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama expressed his gratitude and respect for Air Force pilots, firefighters, army special forces and police officers who protected residents during the wildfires in Kruja. In a social media post, Rama said the teams had overcome a difficult challenge. He said they had …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania will experience mostly clear and hot weather on Monday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Clouds will appear occasionally around midday and in the afternoon, mainly over mountainous areas in the south. Southeastern areas may see brief periods of denser clouds. The sky will clear …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania’s Defence Ministry reported 8 wildfires across the counties of Tirana, Fier, Durrës and Lezha. Six remain active, while authorities have brought 2 under control or placed them under monitoring. A total of 227 personnel are working on the ground. Authorities have also requested 50 additional …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albin Kurti of the Self-Determination Movement (LVV) asked for more time for political talks on August 8. He did not nominate a candidate for parliament speaker. As a result, the constitutive session did not continue. Tensions rose after Time Kadriaj, an MP from the Alliance for …
TIRANA, August 10 – The Albanian Investment Development Agency (AIDA) has launched a national information and promotion campaign for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). AIDA is working with 10 municipalities and the Albanian Investment Corporation (AIC) on the campaign. The initiative will provide businesses with information on financing opportunities, exports, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi visited the Farka Air Base today and met Air Force pilots involved in wildfire operations. The pilots have carried out aerial missions in several areas affected by fires in recent days. Nufi thanked the pilots for their work and commitment. He also …
TIRANA, August 10 – Gjirokastër continues to attract visitors from around the world with its history, architecture, landscape and cuisine. Tourists from the United States, France, Spain and Italy shared their impressions during visits to Gjirokastër Castle. An American tourist praised the castle’s rich history and age. She said the …
TIRANA, August 10 – Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko has called President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement on Kosova’s independence a diplomatic mistake. Goncharenko, who initiated a draft law on recognising Kosova in the Ukrainian parliament, reacted to Zelensky’s remarks in Belgrade. Zelensky said Ukraine had no plans to change its position on …
Experts say the government’s move to ditch a controversial concession contract to build Vlora International Airport, at significant cost to taxpayers, highlights structural weaknesses in Albania’s public-private partnership framework. Original post Here