Edi Rama
Edi Rama issues apology after controversial remark draws public reaction
As the May 11 election draws closer, Albania’s political campaign has entered a more intense and verbally confrontational phase. On Tuesday, during a campaign rally in Gjirokastër, in the south...
Much anticipated McLaughlin & Associates survey confirms Socialist lead, dashes opposition conspiracy claims
A much-anticipated election survey by John McLaughlin—the pollster known for his work with Donald Trump and strategist Chris LaCivita—has reaffirmed the dominance of Albania’s ruling Socialist Party ahead of the...
Albania mourns Pope Francis, recalls his historic 2014 visit and message of religious unity
The death of Pope Francis has been met with deep sorrow in Albania, a country that held special significance for the late pontiff. Albania was the first European country he...
British daily Metro spotlights Tirana as a vibrant, affordable European getaway
The UK-based newspaper Metro has featured Tirana in a new travel piece, praising the Albanian capital for its mix of history, color, and urban ambition. The article, written after a...
Albania launches 24/7 traffic monitoring on major highways with smart camera system
Four of Albania’s busiest national highways — the Tirana-Durrës, Durrës-Rrogozhinë, Rrogozhinë-Fier, and Fier-Vlorë segments — will now be monitored 24 hours a day by a new smart camera system that...
Albania to revive arms production industry, starting with Rubik weapons factory
Prime Minister Edi Rama confirmed today that the government’s plan to revive Albania’s long-defunct military industry will begin with the transformation of the former copper plant in Rubik into a...
Rama and Berisha both claim victory ahead of May 11 elections
With 25 days to go until Albania’s parliamentary elections, both Prime Minister Edi Rama and opposition leader Sali Berisha are publicly confident their camp will win. Rama is seeking a...
Albania blocks 105 cyberattacks in two years as government pushes ahead with AI-powered governance
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced this week that Albania successfully defended against 105 cyberattacks targeting public and government systems over 2023 and early 2024. Speaking during a technology and innovation...
Chris LaCivita confirms role in DP campaign, distances himself from U.S. government
American political consultant Chris LaCivita has confirmed his role as the official strategist for Albania’s Democratic Party (DP) ahead of the May 11 elections. Speaking on TV Klan’s Opinion, LaCivita...
Fourth intergovernmental conference gives boost to Albania’s EU ambitions amid election campaign
Albania opened its fourth Intergovernmental Conference with the European Union on Monday in Luxembourg, launching the second negotiation cluster — “Internal Market.” The opening coincides with the official start of...