Prosecutor General criticizes draft Penal Code as “repressive”
Albania’s Prosecutor General Olsian Çela has sharply criticized the draft of the new Penal Code, calling it “repressive” and questioning both its urgency and the methodology used in its preparation....
Inside the world of Dritëro Agolli: a rare exhibition at his Tirana Home-Studio
A year after the inauguration of the Dritëro Agolli House-Studio in Tirana, a rare exhibition has opened to the public, offering an intimate look into the creative world of one of Albania’s...
Electric scooter ban tes Effect Monday Across Albania
Starting Monday, circulation of electric scooters on Albanian roads will be temporarily banned, the Minister of Interior Albana Koçiu announced following a meeting with the General Director of Police, Ilir...
EU–Western Balkans Investment Forum opens in Tirana, calls for a “new horizon” of growth
For the first time, policymakers, investors, and business leaders from the Western Balkans and EU member states gathered in Tirana for the EU–Western Balkans Investment Forum, supported by the European...
BIG wins international competition to design Albania’s “Faith Park” in Tirana
The Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has won the international design competition for Albania’s “Faith Park,” a landmark project that will transform a former military site in Petrela into a space...
Albania welcomed over 10 million tourists in first 9 months of 2025
Albania’s tourism sector continues to grow at a record pace, confirming the country’s position as one of the most attractive destinations in the region. According to the latest official data...
Albania in historic win over Serbia in Leskovac, takes major step toward 2026 World Cup
Albania achieved a historic 1–0 victory over Serbia in Leskovac, in one of the most anticipated matches of the World Cup qualifiers. The only goal of the game came from...
Japanese Cultural Week brings the spirit of Japan to Tirana
From judo and karate tournaments to culinary and cinematic experiences, the Japanese Cultural Week in Tirana, held from October 12-18, offers the public an immersive journey through Japan’s traditions, arts,...
Serbia on edge ahead of Albania match: Federation chief warns of FIFA sanctions
Anxiety is running high in both Albania and Serbia ahead of the much-anticipated World Cup qualifier against Albania, a fixture still haunted by memories of the chaotic and violent 2014...
Dutch Cultural Week in Tirana brings art, sport, and dialogue
Dutch Cultural Week in Tirana brings art, sport, and dialogue From October 9 to 11, Tirana will host the Dutch Cultural Week, celebrating 55 years of diplomatic relations between the...