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First test flight lands at Vlora Airport, marking milestone for new terminal
The first test (certification) flight has landed at the newly built Vlora Airport, signaling the start of its operational phase. Prime Minister Edi Rama and Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku...
Rama: Giro d’Italia and EU Summit will showcase Albania to the world
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced final preparations for two major events in Tirana—the start of the Giro d’Italia on May 9 and the arrival of European leaders for the EU-Western...
National Theatre marks 80 years: Minister Gonxhja highlights its cultural legacy
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the National Theatre of Albania, Minister of Economy, Culture and Innovation Blendi Gonxhja paid tribute to the institution, calling it one of...
Rama urges Albanian diaspora in Greece to return ballots before May 11
Prime Minister Edi Rama has once again called on Albanian migrants in Greece to return their ballots before the May 11 deadline, emphasizing that this vote is not just about...
Notorious mobster to be extradited to Albania today from Dubai
One of Albania’s most wanted fugitives, Florenc Çapja, will be extradited this afternoon from the United Arab Emirates to Albania, according to State Police. The 44-year-old is expected to land...
Lara Colturi to continue representing Albania in skiing
Albania’s Olympic hopes received a major boost this week as Lara Colturi confirmed she will continue to compete under the Albanian flag in the upcoming season. The Italian-born skier will...
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Italy to convert Albania’s migrant centers into repatriation facilities
Published on March 28, 2025
The Italian government is set to formalize a decision on Friday to repurpose the Shëngjin and Gjadër migrant centers in Albania. Initially planned as temporary...
Slovak President Pellegrini visits Albania, pledges stronger ties and EU support
Published on March 28, 2025
In a historic visit, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini met with his Albanian counterpart Bajram Begaj in Tirana on Friday. This marks the first-ever visit by...
Port of Durrës sees 8% increase in cargo processing in early 2025
Published on March 19, 2025
The Port of Durrës processed over 548,000 tons of cargo in the first two months of 2025, marking an 8% increase compared to the same...
Spain to extradite notorious gang leader Lulzim Berisha to Albania
Published on March 18, 2025
Spain is set to extradite Lulzim Berisha, the former leader of one of Albania’s most notorious criminal organizations, the so-called Durrës Gang, known for its...
Lamberto Zannier to lead OSCE/ODIHR election observation mission in Albania
Published on March 18, 2025
As Albania approaches the May 11 elections, OSCE/ODIHR has begun its electoral observation mission. Lamberto Zannier, a seasoned diplomat, will lead the observer team, which...