Businessman Petro Gjikuria to challenge Vangjel Tavo in Himara municipal elections
Albanian-American businessman Petro Gjikuria has emerged as the opposition candidate for mayor of Himara in the upcoming municipal elections on August 4th. His candidacy was proposed not by the largest...
Trial of former Defense Minister over Gërdec explosion crawls on
The trial of former Defense Minister Fatmir Mediu, accused of abuse of office in the procedures for establishing the ammunition dismantling factory in a military base in Gërdec, where 26...
Albanian State Police reports success in crime reduction efforts
Albania’s Minister of Interior, Taulant Balla, delivered a comprehensive report highlighting the work of the State Police in fighting crime over the past year. Speaking in front of the National...
Special Parliamentary Commission calls for support in anti-corruption efforts
In a move aimed at intensifying the fight against corruption, the Special Parliamentary Commission on the Deepening of Reforms on Good Governance, Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption, known colloquially as...
U.S. Senators affirm bipartisan support for Western Balkans stability and EU integration
In a display of bipartisan commitment to peace and stability in the Western Balkans, American senators from both the Democratic and Republican parties expressed their steadfast support for the countries...
104th Anniversary of the National Library of Albania: A pillar of cultural heritage and public knowledge
104 years ago, on July 10, 1920, the National Library of Albania was founded. The Library holds the distinction of being the country’s first state-owned, public, and secular institution. Its...
Albania’s economy grew by 3.63% in Q1 2024
In the first quarter of 2024, Albania’s economy demonstrated notable growth, with a real GDP increase of 3.63% compared to the same period in 2023, as reported by INSTAT. This...
72 years of Kinostudio “Shqipëria e Re”: A Historical and Architectural Landmark
Located in an area that bears its name, Albania’s movie studio complex, Kinostudio “Shqipëria e Re” (New Albania) stands as a testament to Albania’s cinematic heritage. Established on July 10,...
Albanian Parliament to call on Greece to abolish the law of war with Albania
An agreement has been reached between the main political parties in Albania on a Parliament’s Declaration calling for the abrogation by Greece of the ‘law of war’ with Albania. The...
Besa Museum in Tirana: Finalist for World Architecture Festival Award
The “Besa” Museum project in Tirana has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious “World Architecture Festival” award, positioning it alongside globally acclaimed architectural projects. This museum marks a...