Published on September 19, 2024
President Bajram Begaj accepted the credentials of the new Czech Ambassador Pavel Vacek and Hungarian Ambassador Martina Kasnyik, highlighting the strong bilateral relations between Albania...
Published on September 19, 2024
The European Commission has launched a Joint Advisory Committee to fast-track EU membership for candidate countries, including Albania. This committee will guide, monitor, and support...
Why is this important
Albanian PM Edi Rama and European Economic and Social Committee President Oliver Röpke announced the initiative at a press conference. Rama stressed, “It brings us a lot of new energy that we have been able to create the Joint Advisory Committee, which is not only proof of our commitment but also of our strong belief that the integration process is not just a matter for the government but for all citizens, including civil society. It allows us to show our citizens and stakeholders, not just through our words but through this institution, how important it is that the path to EU membership is one that involves all of civil society, not just a few actors.”
Published on September 19, 2024
During a press conference from his home while under house arrest, Sali Berisha threatened journalists reporting on his corruption case, accusing them of being “misused”...
Why is this significant
Berisha has a long-standing record of targeting critical media and journalists, but his latest threats against those investigating his legal troubles are especially alarming. Issuing such menacing statements while under house arrest raises serious concerns about the lack of judicial oversight. These threats not only undermine press freedom but also pose potential risks to the integrity of the legal process, as they could intimidate witnesses and others involved in his case. The authorities’ apparent tolerance of this behavior is troubling and calls into question the enforcement of judicial conditions.