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Albania hosts Western Balkans Open Government Meeting for the First Time
Albania hosted the Western Balkans Open Government Partnership (OGP) meeting in Tirana, marking the first time this significant regional event has taken place in the country. The focus: advancing transparency,...
Spanish Cultural Week: from flamenco to gastronomy in Tirana
From November 1 to 7, the vibrant essence of Spanish culture will come to life in Tirana during the Spanish Cultural Week. This exciting event promises a mix of flamenco...
Opposition protest in Albania to block roads today
At 17:00 today, the opposition will begin its protest. According to the police authorization it will last until 20:00. The Milot roundabout is expected to be one of the hotspota, with...
Albanian National Tourism Strategy 2024-2030: the 6 key pillars of development
Albania is experiencing a significant transformation in its tourism sector, which has become a vital component of the country’s economic landscape. The recent surge in international tourist arrivals has positioned...
American Cultural Week: celebrating music, fashion, and innovation
International Cultural Weeks has announced the schedule for American Cultural Week, set to begin tomorrow, October 19, and run until October 23. The event promises a rich program filled with...
5th Albanian Diaspora Women’s Summit focuses on EU integration
The 5th Albanian Diaspora Women’s Summit took place today in Tirana, hosted by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, the German Embassy, and the Diaspora Agency. The summit focused...
Top opposition leaders under investigation after violent protest in Tirana
The Secretary General, the head of the parliamentary group, and the organizational secretary of the Democratic Party (DP), have been placed under investigation for organizing an illegal protest. This follows...
Editorial note: Opposition’s October 7 protest, a study in self-destruction
Economic historian Carlo M. Cipolla famously defined stupidity as causing harm without gaining any benefit. The leaders of the Albanian Democratic Party (DP) would have done well to remember this...
Japanese Cultural Week: A dive into tradition, art, and cuisine in Tirana
The Japanese Cultural Week, part of the International Cultural Weeks, will take place from October 9 to 15, offering an extraordinary celebration of Japanese culture. This week-long event aims to...
Tirana braces for opposition protest and possible road blockades
Tirana is on edge today as both the Democratic Party and law enforcement finalize preparations for the opposition’s highly anticipated protest, set to begin at 18:00. While the Democrats are...