The Assembly approves the decrees for the dismissals and appointments of new ministers

After President Bajram Begaj decreed new ministers on Saturday, Parliament voted today on the changes proposed a few days ago by Prime Minister Edi Rama. The dismissal of Olta Xhaçka from the post of Foreign Minister was approved with 95 votes in favor and one against. The dismissal of Ogerta Mnastirliu from the Ministry of […]

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EU4FoodSafety to modernise food control systems, align Albania with EU standards

TIRANA, June 8 – The EU4FoodSafety project will strengthen and modernise Albania’s food control systems, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Monday, describing the initiative as an important step toward aligning national standards with those of the European Union. The project, which the European Union and Germany support, will increase …

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Gjirokastër; Traditional stone coffee ritual attracts visitors in historic bazaar

TIRANA, June 8 – A traditional stone coffee preparation ritual has become an attraction for tourists visiting Gjirokastër, where visitors now experience a local hospitality practice in the city’s historic bazaar. Artisan Lubjana Baho has set up a hospitality corner in one of the cobbled streets. Meanwhile, she introduces visitors …

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Inflation in May reaches 3% as transport and housing drive price rises

TIRANA, June 8 – Consumer prices in Albania continued to rise in May, pushing annual inflation to 3%, up from 2.2% a year earlier, according to data published by INSTAT. Meanwhile, the statistical institute said the increase over the past two months mainly reflects higher fuel prices. It linked the …