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“Made in Albania” agricultural exports show strong growth

Albania’s agricultural exports are expanding, with notable yearly growth. Minister of Agriculture Anila Denaj announced that exports have increased by nearly 13% annually, with even higher growth in EU markets....
Opposition members set fire to chairs in the courtyard of Albania’s Parliament

Tirana Police files charges against opposition MPs following violent parliamentary session

The Tirana Police have officially filed a complaint with the Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) against 23 opposition MPs following their involvement in acts of violence and...

Edi Rama highlights economic achievements in pitch to MP applicants

Speaking to a group of applicants to the “MP We Want” online platform, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that Albania’s income per capita has tripled under his government, reaching €9,300...
The Committee on European Affairs

Albania’s EU talks: opposition voices support but boycotts key meeting

Jorida Tabaku, the Democratic Party Chairwoman of the European Affairs Committee, speaking on behalf of the opposition, expressed support for Albania’s EU membership process. Her statement came during discussions on...
Ulsi Manja

Albania finalizes key roadmap for strengthening democratic institutions

The Ministry of Justice has completed the “Roadmap for the Functioning of Democratic Institutions,” a crucial document designed to improve Albania’s electoral process, strengthen the role of Parliament, and ensure...
European Union’s Special Envoy for the Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, Miroslav Lajčák and President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani

EU Envoy praises Kosovo President’s input on Serbia dialogue

According to Radio Free Europe, the European Union’s Special Envoy for the Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, Miroslav Lajčák, praised President Vjosa Osmani’s recommendations on implementing the normalization agreement between Kosovo and Serbia....

Albania to open first cluster of EU accession negotiations on 15 October

The EU Committee of the Permanent Representatives of the Member States (COREPER) unanimously decided on Wednesday to formally open the first cluster of EU accession negotiations with Albania on 15...
Arbjan Mazniku

Albania to prepare for EU Cohesion Policy participation starting in 2027

Albania’s State Minister for Local Government, Arbjan Mazniku, announced plans for the country to participate in the EU Cohesion Policy starting in 2027. He urged municipalities to strengthen their EU...
Radoičić group after Banjska attack

One year after Banjska attack: calls for justice intensify

On the first anniversary of the Banjska attack, international and local officials are demanding that Serbia hold accountable the organizers and participants of the deadly assault on Kosovo police officers....

Bank of Albania on 1H 2024: economic growth and improved financial stability

In the first half of 2024, the Albanian economy demonstrated resilience and steady growth, according to a report by the Bank of Albania. Key sectors, such as banking, showed positive...