PM Rama shares footage of Corridor VIII tunnel construction in Librazhd
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared footage of ongoing construction work on tunnels along the Corridor VIII route in the Librazhd area, describing the project as part of Albania’s ongoing infrastructure development. The video, posted on social media on Saturday, shows progress at the construction …
Zaçaj: Faster, lower-cost payments for citizens and businesses
TIRANA, Nov 7 /ATA/ First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Albania Holta Zaçaj participated in the “Fast Payments in the Western Balkans” panel in Tirana, where she highlighted the significance of Albania’s accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). She noted that SEPA membership is expected to lower …
QSUT medical team performs successful surgery to remove giant nasal tumour
TIRANA, Nov 7 /ATA/ A complex operation to remove a giant tumour on the side of the nose has been successfully carried out at the Mother Teresa University Hospital Centre (QSUT). According to a social media post by QSUT, the patient was initially assessed by the Otorhinolaryngology Department, where a comprehensive …
Hita meets police officers injured in the line of duty in Malësia e Madhe
TIRANA, Nov 7 /ATA/ State Police Director General Skënder Hita visited Malësia e Madhe to meet and thank two officers, Inspectors Hilmi Smajlaj and Samet Bajri, who serve with the General Patrol Unit of the Malësia e Madhe Police Commissariat and sustained knife injuries while attempting to apprehend a German national …
DP holds nationwide rally in support of student protests
TIRANA, Nov 7 /ATA/ The Democratic Party (DP) staged another nationwide protest on Saturday in front of the Prime Minister’s Office, expressing support for students and young people who have taken to the streets for several days to protest against the government. DP leader Sali Berisha called on citizens to …
Albania’s air traffic to rise 18.3% in 2026, Tirana airport to handle 13.5 million passengers
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Air traffic in Albania is expected to grow by 18.3% in 2026, with Tirana International Airport forecast to handle more than 13.5 million passengers, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi said on Saturday. Speaking during a visit to the airport, Karakaçi welcomed the expansion of …
Government earmarks 50 million leks for youth infrastructure in seven municipalities in 2027
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – The government plans to allocate 50 million leks in 2027 to develop and upgrade youth facilities in seven municipalities across Albania, as part of broader efforts to expand employment opportunities, improve skills and encourage young people’s participation in public life. The funding, included in next …
Students stage protest outside Education Ministry in Tirana
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Students staged another protest outside the Ministry of Education on Saturday, with the gathering beginning at around 2 p.m. The students assembled to voice their demands and positions as part of demonstrations that have continued for several weeks. They have vowed to maintain their protests …
Students block DP supporters from joining protest, clashes erupt outside Education Ministry
TIRANA, Nov. 7 /ATA/ – Tensions flared outside Ministry of Education on Saturday in Tirana as students protesting there blocked representatives and supporters of the main opposition Democratic Party (DP) from joining their rally. The students formed a human cordon to prevent the opposition protesters from approaching the demonstration. Holding …
Rama reiterates invitation to protesting students to engage in dialogue
TIRANA, Nov 7 /ATA/ Prime Minister Edi Rama today reiterated his invitation to the protesting students to engage in dialogue, expressing the government’s readiness to consider their proposals and address the concerns they have raised. Rama shared footage on social media of the stone table set up outside the Prime …
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 …