FDI Presentation, VanHorn: Investors Need Confidence That the Rules Are Clear and the Playing Field Is Level
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Tirana, Nancy VanHorn, participated on Monday in the American Chamber of Commerce’s presentation on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). During her remarks, VanHorn stated that Albania is open for business, but in a way that protects …
EBRD Report: Albanian Girls Outperform Boys Among Top Mathematics Achievers
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> For many years, mathematics has been regarded as a field where boys tend to have a greater aptitude and achieve better results. However, the latest data suggest that this perception is gradually fading, at least in Albania. An analysis published …
UNESCO: Albanian Students Increasingly Choosing Universities Abroad
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Young Albanians are increasingly choosing to pursue higher education abroad, making Albania one of the countries with the highest rates of student mobility in the region. A report by the UNESCO highlights that this trend is being driven by several …
Day 16 of Protests: Citizens Expected to Gather Again in Front of the Prime Minister’s Office
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”4ae04181-9761-406f-9d16-55a0a840124c” data-turn-id-container=”4ae04181-9761-406f-9d16-55a0a840124c” data-testid=”conversation-turn-13″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The protest on Tirana’s Central Boulevard enters its 16th day today, with citizens and activists once again calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-6″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-6″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-14″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> On the evening of …
Korça Became a Hub of International Contemporary Art for Three Days
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-8″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:e0d73d65-af79-4afc-9170-4d52382bb8c4-8″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-18″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The fourth edition of the “Gjon Mili Video Art Festival” has concluded in Korçë, an event that transformed the city into a meeting point for artists, filmmakers, and creators from various countries around the world for three consecutive days. The …
Day 16 of Protests: Citizens March Toward the Prime Minister’s Office in Tirana
As on previous days, activists and citizens gathered once again on Monday, marking the 16th day of protests. After assembling in Skanderbeg Square, they began marching along Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard toward the Prime Minister’s Office. The protesters chanted slogans including: “Resign,” “Edi Rama, traitor, resign as soon as possible,” …
Moikom Zeqo, one of the most influential voices in Albanian culture
TIRANA, June 15 – Six years ago, on June 15, 2020, poet, scholar and archaeologist Moikom Zeqo passed away. He was born on June 3, 1949 in Durrës. His family originated from Libohova. Zeqo began his studies in 1967 at the Faculty of History and Philology. He graduated from the …
New publication explores over 100 years of shooting sport history
TIRANA, June 15 – Ilir Dojka and Erjonilda Dojka present a new study titled “Shooting Sport around 1895–1990”. The study examines more than 100 years of shooting sport history in Albania. The publication places shooting within Albania’s sporting tradition. It presents a discipline that combines tradition, skill and national identity. …
Albania Gains Attention from Italian Tourists for Its Natural Beauty and Affordable Prices
Albania is increasingly attracting Italian tourists thanks to its natural beauty, affordable prices, and diverse tourism offer, writes the Italian media outlet CoratoLive.it. The report highlights that Albania offers Mediterranean-style beaches, historic cities with Ottoman heritage, and stunning mountain landscapes. As a result, it positions the country as a complete …
Over 379,000 hours saved in May through five most-used tax services on e-Albania
TIRANA, June 15 – Digitalization of tax services is delivering tangible benefits for citizens and businesses. It reduces the time needed to obtain documents. It also eliminates the need for physical procedures at service counters. Data published by the General Directorate of Taxation show that five of the most-used tax …
The European Parliament approved the Foreign Affairs Committee (AFET) report on North Macedonia, prepared by permanent rapporteur Thomas Waitz. The report assessed the findings of the European Commission. It highlighted the lack of progress in judicial reforms and anti-corruption efforts. In addition, it urged the country to implement constitutional amendments …
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi met senior Pentagon official Elbridge A. Colby in Washington today. During the meeting, the two officials exchanged views on the strategic challenges shaping the Euro-Atlantic security environment. Nufi emphasized that the partnership between Albania and the United States is built on shared values, mutual trust, and …
The Ministry of Finance of Albania has opened a new draft law on property tax for public consultation. The reform aims to fundamentally change Albania’s property taxation system by introducing a market-value-based model and increasing local government revenues. Under the proposed legislation, revenue from property tax will remain a local …
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hailed the European Parliament’s approval of the new EU return regulation as a major achievement for Italy and Europe. Speaking in a video message from the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, Meloni said the regulation marks a historic decision. She added that the measure largely reflects …
The General Directorate of Customs and the American Chamber of Commerce in Albania held the Business-Customs Forum today. Participants focused on European integration, digital transformation of customs services, and measures to simplify procedures for businesses. The forum brought together customs officials and business representatives. They discussed customs procedures, the investment …
Tirana International Airport expanded its international network as it welcomed the inaugural flight of TAROM today. The airline launched operations in Tirana and opened a new weekly route. It will operate one flight every Wednesday during the summer season. The new connection strengthens air links between Albania and Romania. It …
Ferit Hoxha said the European Parliament’s approval of the progress report for Albania confirmed strong support for the country’s EU membership path. He stated that the European Parliament also recognized significant progress achieved in key reform areas. The Parliament adopted the report with a large majority, including 483 votes in …
Toni Gogu held talks in Strasbourg today with Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel. The two officials focused on bilateral cooperation in justice and Albania’s European integration process. Gogu described the Netherlands as a demanding but constructive partner. He said both sides discuss results and concrete projects that help Albania …
Gjergji Lala, one of the well-known figures of Albanian cinematography, has died at the age of 79. He passed away in a hospital in Italy after a long illness. The news marks the end of a career that spanned decades in both theatre and film. Audiences remember Lala especially for …
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution on Kosovo, stating that reforms and progress in the Kosovo-Serbia dialogue remain crucial to the country’s European path. The resolution was approved with 412 votes in favor, 174 against, and 58 abstentions. “Continued reforms and progress in the EU-facilitated dialogue remain key to …