EU Delegation congratulates Edi Rama and new cabinet, urges continued reform efforts
The European Union Delegation in Albania officially congratulated Prime Minister Edi Rama and his new cabinet on taking office, emphasizing the importance of sustained reform efforts to advance the country’s...
Albania’s credit rating reaffirmed at “BB” with stable outlook by S&P
International credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s has reaffirmed Albania’s sovereign credit rating at “BB” with a “stable” outlook, signaling confidence in the country’s macroeconomic stability despite global challenges. Why...
Tirana City Council to decide on Erion Veliaj’s dismissal this week
The Tirana City Council is expected to meet in the coming days to initiate procedures for dismissing Mayor Erion Veliaj, following a decision by the Socialist Party National Assembly that...
Edi Rama sworn in for fourth term as Albanian Prime Minister
Edi Rama was sworn in on Monday for a fourth consecutive term as Albania’s Prime Minister, along with his 16-member cabinet, in a ceremony before the President. The new cabinet...
Kosovo Specialist Chambers keep former KLA leaders in detention
The Kosovo Specialist Chambers (KSC) in The Hague ruled on Thursday to extend the detention of former KLA leaders Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi, and Jakup Krasniqi, who are standing trial...
Judicial appointments council proposes three candidates for the Constitutional Court
The Judicial Appointments Council (KED) has submitted to the High Court the three highest-ranked candidates to replace Holta Zaçaj in the Constitutional Court. Why is this important: The High Court...
Albanian parliament holds short session to approve government program and cabinet
Albania’s parliament held a much shorter-than-expected session on Thursday to present the government’s program and hold a confidence vote for the new cabinet. Why is this important: Although a 24...
Korça welcomes Festival of Serenades
Korça will host the Festival of Serenades (Korça Serenights) on September 18, 19, and 20. The festival will bring together some of the most prominent voices of this beloved genre,...
Socialists present 55 page governing program for fourth mandate
The Socialist Party has unveiled a 55 page governing program outlining its priorities for the fourth Rama administration. The program, which Prime Minister Edi Rama will present to parliament on...
Parliament approves new structure amid opposition walkout
Albania’s parliament approved changes to its internal rules and adopted a new structure with 79 votes from the majority, after opposition MPs left the chamber in protest. Why is this...