The government will make their own passports, EU for ABC News: Apply strong security standards, key to the visa-free regime

As the government prepares to produce Albanian passports itself, a reaction comes from the EU delegation in Tirana. In response to ABC News’ interest in this matter, the EU delegation says it expects to be informed by the Albanian authorities about the security standards that will be applied to the new documents. The delegation emphasizes, […]

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Albania’s Former Deputy Prime Minister Faces Corruption Charges After Months of Political Protection

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Albanian PM Rama Steps Up Rhetoric Against Student Protesters

Edi Rama described some of the student protesters involved in unrest in Tirana as extremists who have been manipulated by foreign powers, causing critics to warn that such harsh rhetoric may further inflame tensions. Original post Here