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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“Flamuri i Arbërit” Magazine Marks 143 Years of History

On July 20, 1883, the monthly political, social, cultural and literary magazine “Flamuri i Arbërit” was first published in Corigliano Calabro, Italy. Jeronim De Rada, one of the most important figures of 19th-century Albanian literature and the Arbëresh community, founded the magazine. Known as the “father of Albanian journalism,” De …

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Europe Warns of Declining Press Freedom in Kosovo

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Chair of SP parliamentary group Balla meets Albanian diaspora representative in Switzerland, highlights role in promoting national identity

Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla hosted today at the Albanian Parliament Altin Marku, a representative of the Albanian diaspora in Switzerland and head of the “Fol Shqip Show” platform, which promotes success stories of Albanians living abroad. During the meeting, Balla praised the diaspora’s contribution to strengthening ties …