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Albania emerges as new frontrunner in EU accession process
BNE Intellinews
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Albania has emerged as a new EU accession frontrunner among Western Balkan states, Andreas Schieder, the European Parliament’s rapporteur for Albania, said on July 9. This is a significant turnaround for a country that previously lagged behind...
Albania PM urges stronger local governance in EU push
Gazeta Tema
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July 11, 2025
TIRANA, July 11 – Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama on Friday pressed local officials to improve governance and urban management as part of the country’s broader effort to join the European Union by 2030. Speaking at a national meeting with mayors...
Albania’s Anti-Disinformation Strategy Could Target Critical Media, Opponents Fear
Balkan Insight
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July 11, 2025
The warning in parliament sounded stark. “Events have shown that Albania has become a constant target of foreign interference and disinformation, so there is a need for preventive measures, with the help of our European partners,” MP Erjon Brace...
Albania begins nationwide sweep of occupied public spaces
Gazeta Tema
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July 10, 2025
TIRANA, July 10 – Albanian authorities launched a coordinated operation Thursday to clear illegally occupied public spaces across major cities, including the capital Tirana, in a push to restore pedestrian access and urban order. Inspection teams...
Albania's Rama joins Ukraine recovery summit in Rome
Gazeta Tema
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July 10, 2025
ROME, July 10 – Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama arrived in Rome on Thursday to attend the Ukraine Recovery Conference, one of the year's key global forums focused on rebuilding Ukraine after Russia’s full-scale invasion. Rama was welcomed by...
9 things Nigel Farage could get up to in Albania
Politico Europe
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July 11, 2025
It only escalated from there. Rama, in a series of X posts, called Farage’s figures “bonkers” and questioned how many were convicted due to the U.K.’s “outdated immigration and visa system,” yet decided to kill Farage with kindness and invite him...
Albania Deeply Committed to Regional Security, Says Parliament Speaker Elisa Spiropali
Bulgarian News Agency
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Albania is deeply committed to regional security issues, said Thursday Albanian Parliament Speaker Elisa Spiropali at meeting with National Assembly Chair Nataliya Kiselova, part of her official visit to Bulgaria. "In this context, we have entered...
Albania wants cooperation for peace with Bulgaria, Kosovo and Croatia, Elisa Spiropali says
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 10, 2025
Elisa Spiropali and Natalia Kiselova Photo: BTA Albania is extremely committed to security and peace in the region, said the Speaker of the Albanian Parliament, Elisa Spiropali, who is on an official visit to Sofia. After a meeting with her...
Albania fires police officials over illegal construction
Gazeta Tema
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July 10, 2025
TIRANA, July 10 – Albania’s national police chief dismissed multiple senior officers Wednesday over failures to prevent illegal construction in a protected mountainous area, escalating a scandal that has drawn national scrutiny. The director of...
Albania sees 12% population jump in May driven by tourism
Gazeta Tema
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July 10, 2025
TIRANA, July 10 - Albania’s population surged in May as nearly one million foreign visitors arrived, pushing the number of people in the country well above usual levels. According to national statistics (INSTAT), 987,077 foreign tourists crossed...
President Radev Commends Albania for Setting Positive Example of European Integration in Western Balkans
Bulgarian News Agency
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During a meeting in Sofia on Thursday with the Speaker of the Albanian Parliament, Elisa Spiropali, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev said that Albania is a positive example of European integration in the Western Balkans, as its progress has been...
Accor’s MGallery opens Green Coast Hotel in Albania
Hotels Mag
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MGallery Collection has opened Green Coast Hotel – MGallery Collection, its first property in Albania. The 131-room resort is located between mountains and the Ionian Sea on the Albanian Riviera, one hour from the new Vlora International Airport,...
Albania raises its tourism game with new influx of Chinese travelers
CGTN
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July 9, 2025
02:56 Once dubbed Europe's best-kept secret, Albania is quickly stepping into the spotlight – and not just for its pristine beaches and ancient ruins. With a record-breaking rise in tourism and a bold new visa-free agreement with China, this...
Corridor VIII Remains Key Shared Priority for Bulgaria and Albania, Says Bulgarian Parliament Chair
Bulgarian News Agency
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Fast development of Corridor VIII is a shared priority between Bulgaria and Albania, said Bulgarian Parliament Chair Nataliya Kiselova during PanEuropa-Bulgaria forum in Sofia, held together with the Albanian Parliament Speaker Elisa Spiropali....
Albania digitizes property tax system for transparency
Gazeta Tema
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July 9, 2025
TIRANA, July 9 - Albania has launched a unified electronic registry to improve efficiency and transparency in property taxation. A new directive from the finance ministry requires municipalities to consolidate all local tax data by taxpayer...
Albania National Team Defender Officially Joins Torino, Introduced with Red and Black Eagle Symbol
Euronews Albania
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July 9, 2025
Ardian Ismajli is officially a Torino player, with the Italian club unveiling the Albanian defender in a unique way—through the symbol of the eagle, paying tribute to his national identity. After several hints on social media, Torino confirmed the...
Parliament Chair: Bulgaria Is Committed to Supporting Albania's EU Path
Bulgarian News Agency
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After meeting with the Speaker of the Parliament of Albania, Elisa Spiropali, here on Thursday, Parliament Chair Nataliya Kiselova said that Bulgaria will be committed to supporting Albania in every aspect of Albania's European integration....
Albania's National Assembly Speaker Elisa Spiropali visits Bulgaria
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 9, 2025
Photo: Press office of Bulgaria's National Assembly The Speaker of the Parliament of Albania, Elisa Spiropali, has arrived in Bulgaria for an official visit. The two-day visit is at the invitation of National Assembly Speaker Natalia Kiselova....
Foreign workers pour into Albania as seasonal hiring spikes
Gazeta Tema
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July 10, 2025
TIRANA, July 10 - Albania is seeing a 15–20% surge in foreign workers this year, driven by rising demand in tourism, construction, and services. Around 13,000 foreign nationals secured legal work permits in 2025. Many of these seasonal jobs still...
Latvia Throws Its Hat In Ring For Albania's Journey Toward EU Membership
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 10. On July 9, Albanian Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Igli Hasani paid a working visit to Riga, where he met with Latvian Minister of Foreign Affairs Baiba Braže, Trend reports. The...