Government introduces flexible work hours for public administration employees
Following a new Government decision, public administration employees will soon have more flexibility in choosing their time of arrival and departure from the office. Why does this matter The change...
Council of Ministers approves amendments to law on “Order of Medics”
Following the recent scandal at the Oncological Hospital the Government announced that it would amend the law on the Order of Medics. Investigations into the scandal at the Oncological Hospital...
President calls for immediate action to address microcredit abuse scheme
In a recent letter, the President urged members of the parliamentary committees on Economy and Finance, and on Legal Issues, Public Administration and Human Rights, to provide a comprehensive and...
Government approves new salary increases for local government employees starting September 1
The salary increases that Albanian Times reported on July 29 were approved during today’s meeting of the Council of Ministers and will be applied from September 1. Why is this...
Albanian Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation partners with UNAA to boost arts and culture support
The Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation (MEKI) and the United Nations Association Albania (UNAA) have today signed a Memorandum of Cooperation aimed at enhancing and developing supportive financial policies...
Parliamentary session disrupted by opposition
The final parliamentary session of the current legislative term has been marred by significant tensions and disorder. The session, which was scheduled to vote on the government changes that were...
Wildfires rage in Shëngjin, threatening habitations and causing major disruptions
The wildfire crisis in the Lezha District, particularly in the touristic area of Shëngjin, is reported to be dire. What is happening Despite the deployment of specialized firefighting aircraft, the...
Vlora Chief Prosecutor’s arrested because of role in “Toyota Yaris” case
The Chief Prosecutor of Vlora was arrested because of his involvement in the so-called “Toyota Yaris” case. The information was made public by the Special Structure against Corruption and Organized...
Bidding opens for construction of new Porto Romano port
The bidding process has officially commenced for the construction of the new Porto Romano port. The government is currently negotiating with NATO to secure funding for a naval military base...
Court rejects request to overturn presidential decree on Himara elections
The Administrative Court of First Instance has rejected a petition filed by former opposition mayor of Himara, Fredi Beleri, seeking to annul President Bajram Begaj’s decree to hold partial elections...