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Three winning designs selected for new public administration buildings

Among the 10 architectural studios competing, three have been declared winners by an international jury in a contest to design four buildings that will house public administration institutions. Why is...

September 18, 2024 -

Projects & Investment

Restoration of major cultural heritage sites in Voskopoja and Vithkuq underway, reflecting broader national commitment to preservation

The National Institute of Cultural Heritage has initiated a project to restore four significant religious sites in Voskopoja and Vithkuq. These sites include the Church of St. Prodhromos, the Church...

September 17, 2024 -

Art & culture

PM: Porto Romano port to support NATO operations in strategic Corridor 8

Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that Albania is prepared to facilitate NATO operations along Corridor 8, a strategic route linking the Adriatic and the Black Sea. Speaking at a ceremony...

September 17, 2024 -

Albania

Albanian Investment Corporation opens competitions for public infrastructure projects

The Albanian Investment Corporation (AIC) has launched competitions for two significant public infrastructure projects. Ten prestigious architecture studios are presenting their ideas for four major developments to an international jury...

September 17, 2024 -

Albania

Prime Minister highlights progress and ambitions for education

Speaking at an event addressing school safety measures at the Kosova elementary school in Tirana, Prime Minister Edi Rama noted that 240 new school security officers have been deployed across the country...

September 13, 2024 -

Albania

Interpellation with PM on hazardous waste exports sparks heated debate in Parliament

The suspected hazardous waste shipments from the Port of Durrës to Thailand became the subject of a heated debate in Parliament during the parliamentary interpellation with the Prime Minister called...

September 13, 2024 -

Albania

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Temporary solution found for access to Thumanë-Kashar highway after protests

Published on September 13, 2024

After more than two months of on and off protests from residents and businesses living near the recently completed Thumanë-Kashar highway, Albania’s Ministry of Infrastructure...

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Albania to revitalize Porto Palermo base for dual civil and military use

Published on September 12, 2024

Defense Minister Pirro Vengu declared that the Government has prioritized the revitalization of the Porto Palermo base for both civilian and military purposes. Why is...

Why is this significant

The initiative signals a shift towards utilizing historical military assets, that are often located in some of the most beautiful areas of the country, for dual purposes, enhancing public access and boosting local tourism while maintaining national defense capabilities.

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Expanded health screenings in schools to improve student well-being

Published on September 11, 2024

In all primary schools in the country, free dental, eye, and ENT check-ups have been offered for several years. This year, screening for scoliosis will...

Why is this important

In recent years, orthopedic doctors have raised the alarm about the increasing number of children affected by spinal deformities. The reasons are linked to prolonged use of mobile phones and the heavy weight of school bags.

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Ministry announces new national agricultural investment scheme with 50% grant funding

Published on September 6, 2024

In October, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development will introduce a new National Agricultural Investment Scheme aimed at supporting farmers with a focus on...

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Free textbooks for over 239 thousand Albanian students

Published on September 6, 2024

The Ministry of Education and Sports has allocated over $9 million to provide free textbooks to more than 238,000 students this year. Why is this...

Why is this significant

The program seeks to ease the financial strain on thousands of Albanian families. It benefits approximately 227,000 pupils from grades 1 to 9, who will receive free textbooks. An additional 12,500 high school students (grades 9 to 12) coming from specific social backgrounds, will also receive support for their educational materials.

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