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New National Children’s Cultural Center in Tirana: the largest in the Balkans

New National Children’s Cultural Center in Tirana: the largest in the Balkans

Tirana is set to host one of the largest cultural projects in the Balkans with the construction of the new National Children’s Cultural Center near Grand Lake Park. Why is...
April 1, 2025 -
Art & culture
Albania sees construction boom with new skyscrapers and power plant approval

Albania sees construction boom with new skyscrapers and power plant approval

The National Council of Territory and Water (KKTU) has approved construction permits for 16 new skyscrapers in Tirana and 8 in Vlora, some reaching up to 47 floors, including the...
March 31, 2025 -
Albania
Record high remittances from Albanian emigrants in 2024

Record high remittances from Albanian emigrants in 2024

Albanian emigrants continued to play a significant role in supporting their families and the country’s economy in 2024. According to data from the Bank of Albania, remittances reached a record-breaking...
March 31, 2025 -
Economy
Italian businesses in Albania complain about labor shortages and currency losses

Italian businesses in Albania complain about labor shortages and currency losses

Italian businesses operating in Albania are raising concerns about a lack of skilled workers and the depreciation of foreign currencies, particularly the euro. At a recent Confindustria Albania conference, companies...
March 28, 2025 -
Business
Albania aims to host Formula 1 race in 2030 with completion of Elbasan Automotor Park

Albania aims to host Formula 1 race in 2030 with completion of Elbasan Automotor Park

Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced the completion of the final project design for the Elbasan Automotor Park, developed in collaboration with a team appointed by Formula 1’s executive director,...
March 28, 2025 -
Cities & Trails
Edi Rama proposes transforming Elbasan’s former Metallurgical Complex into a museum and innovation hub

Edi Rama proposes transforming Elbasan’s former Metallurgical Complex into a museum and innovation hub

Prime Minister Edi Rama has unveiled plans to transform the Elbasan Metallurgical Complex into a National Park for Production, Logistics, and Innovative Technology – Made in Albania. The ambitious project...
March 28, 2025 -
Economy

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