Socialists and Democrats return to negotiations on electoral reform
In the final days leading up to the deadline for approving changes to the Electoral Code, the two major political forces have resumed dialogue. The Socialist Party and the Democratic...
Tirana Airport unaffected by global computer system outage, worldwide delays expected
The Albanian Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy announced that the global computer system outage affecting check-in and reservation services at several international airports has not impacted Tirana International Airport “Mother...
Za Fest 2024 in Shkodër: A celebration of music and culture
The 8th edition of Za Fest started last night in Shkodër. From July 18th to July 20th, Shkodra will dance to the sounds of great music from over 7 bands...
Albanian government budget revenues grew by 7.1% in H1 2024
In the first half of 2024, Albania saw a notable rise in its budget revenues. The collected revenues reached approximately 342.8 billion lek, marking a 7.1% growth compared to the...
Albanian Parliament votes to repeal Wartime Law with Greece
The Albanian Parliament unanimously approved a project declaration titled “On Strengthening Cooperation with the Republic of Greece and Repealing the Wartime Law.” The vote, with 96 members in support and...
Lea Ypi elected as first Albanian member of The British Academy
Professor Lea Ypi has been elected as the first Albanian member of the prestigious British Academy. The British Academy announced today the election of 86 leading scholars from the humanities...
Meeting of the European Political Community at the birthplace of Winston Churchill
A meeting of 47 countries participating in the European Political Community is hosted today by the newly elected UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of wartime...
The latest property revaluation initiative starting this September, with revaluation rate set at 5%
In a recent meeting with mayors from across Albania, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced a new initiative for reevaluating real estate properties. The revaluation of properties, which has been carried...
Albania’s tourism grows by 86%, leading regional growth
According to a recent report from the European Travel Commission, tourist arrivals in Albania have increased by 86%. This places Albania at the forefront of regional tourism growth, significantly outpacing...
Albanian Government accelerates property legalization process
The Albanian Government has issued a decision to expedite the legalization process for unauthorized constructions. According to this document, the entire process must be completed by 2028, involving not only...