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Constitutional Court in co-operation with the OSCE Presence in Albania publishes Volume II of the Guide on Constitutional Court Case Law 1992–2024
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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June 25, 2025
Following the publication of the Volume I of the Guide on Constitutional Court Case Law in February 2024, focusing on individual constitutional complaints for the period 1998–2023, the Constitutional Court of Albania, in co‑operation with the OSCE...
MEDITERRANEAN: More deaths and rescues ― German government to stop funding ‘civil fleet’ ― Spanish police investigating murders of people on the move near Balearic Islands ― NGO report reveals use of torture against people on the move ― Greece deploys …
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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July 3, 2025
There have been more deaths and NGO-led rescues along the Mediterranean migration routes. The German government has announced that it is cancelling the funding that it has been providing to search and rescue NGOs since 2022. Spanish police have...
Turkish Foreign Minister Joins Summit in Albania
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan participated in the gathering of national leaders and high-ranking officials at the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP) summit, which took place in Albania. Hosted by the...
Commitment to regional cooperation and EU integration confirmed at SEECP Ministerial in Tirana
Government of Slovenia
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June 16, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 16 - They emphasised that regional cooperation is essential for successfully implementing reforms and the EU accession process. The Western Balkan countries are facing significant challenges, including high unemployment rates and...
SC Capital Holding in Advanced Talks for Strategic Hospitality Acquisition in Cyprus
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 1, 2025
ZUG, Switzerland, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Switzerland-based SC Capital Holding AG confirmed today that it is in late-stage discussions to acquire a landmark luxury hotel on the southern coast of Cyprus, marking the firm’s entry into the...
Fibank enters the Greek market
EIN Presswire
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July 1, 2025
SOFIA, BULGARIA, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Fibank (First Investment Bank), the largest Bulgarian-owned bank, is expanding its regional presence by directly offering services in the Republic of Greece. Through the My Fibank mobile...
Gender-responsive policing in focus at cadet training organized by OSCE and Albanian Security Academy
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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June 26, 2025
More than 400 police cadets in Albania strengthened their skills in gender-responsive policing during a series of one-day introductory training courses organized by the OSCE’s Transnational Threats Department, the OSCE Presence in Albania, and the...
OSCE Presence presents feasibility study for Research Centre on Local Development at Gjirokastra University
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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June 24, 2025
On 24 June, the OSCE Presence in Albania, in partnership with the University of Gjirokastra, presented the findings of a feasibility assessment for a Research Centre for Local Development. The event convened academic staff, government...
Albanian Parliament launches e-Legislation Portal with OSCE and Swiss support
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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June 23, 2025
On 23 June 2025, in an important milestone for Albania’s legislative process, the Assembly of Albania launched the e-Legislation Portal, created through a project of the OSCE Presence in Albania with funding from the Swiss government. The Portal,...
Piero Cipollone: The quest for cheaper and faster cross-border payments: regional and global solutions
ECB - European Central Bank
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June 27, 2025
Speech by Piero Cipollone, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB, at the BIS Annual General Meeting Basel, 27 June 2025 Cross-border retail payments are the subject of increasing attention. This is for two main reasons. First, they play a...
OSCE Presence delivers specialized training on sectorial analysis of financial crimes for Albanian State Police
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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June 19, 2025
In support of Albania’s National Strategy for the Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism, the OSCE Presence in Albania organized a three-day training programme on sectorial analysis on financial crimes, from 17 to 19 June 2025....
Queen Máxima welcomes partners of world leaders in Rotterdam
Netherlands - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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June 25, 2025
NETHERLANDS, June 25 - News item | 25-06-2025 | 16:06 In the context of the 2025 NATO Summit, a special programme was held on Wednesday 25 June for the partners of the heads of state and government in attendance. Queen Máxima and Prime Minister...
Los Cabos Fashion Week® 2025 Powered by FDLA: Latin American Luxury, Innovation, and Artistry Shine in Paradise
EIN Presswire
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June 25, 2025
Los Cabos Fashion Week® 2025 will take place from July 23–27, 2025, at the iconic ME Cabo, a luxury lifestyle hotel. CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Los Cabos Fashion Week® 2025 will take place from July 23–27, 2025,...
Hakan Fidan Joins SEECP Summit
MENAFN
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to participate in the summit of the Heads of State and Government of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), which will take place on Monday in Albania. According to...
Steering Committee Meeting of Regional Trial Monitoring Project Shows Unified Commitment to Justice Reform in Kosovo
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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June 20, 2025
Prishtinë/Priština, 20 June 2025 - The OSCE Mission in Kosovo hosted the Steering Committee meeting for the Regional Trial Monitoring Project on Combatting Organised Crime and Corruption in the Western Balkans in Prishtinë/Priština on 19 June...
Timor-Leste kicks off negotiations to join Government Procurement Agreement
World Trade Organization
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June 18, 2025
Ambassador Antonio Da Conceicao of Timor-Leste stated to the Committee: "Joining the Government Procurement Agreement is part of a broader national strategy to strengthen good governance, align with international standards and support our...
AIDA Country Report on Belgium – Update on 2024
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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June 18, 2025
|Published on: 18th June 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Belgium provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and...
N2OFF is Increasing its Investment in Melz Project to Explore Additional 40-60 MW Battery Storage
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 16, 2025
Neve Yarak, Israel, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- N2OFF, Inc.(NASDAQ: NITO) (FSE:80W) (“N2OFF” and the “Company”), a clean tech company engaged in sustainable and innovative solutions for solar energy and agri-tech markets, today announced...
At Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit, Minister Fajon warns of detained civilians, including journalists
Government of Slovenia
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June 11, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 11 - A complete and unconditional ceasefire is now more urgent than ever. It is equally essential to find those responsible for crimes committed: "The Russian leadership must be held accountable for war crimes, crimes against...
England suffers first in history soccer defeat to African team
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Senegal’s national football team defeated England 3-1 in an international friendly on Tuesday in Nottingham, marking England’s first-ever loss to an African side. With this win, Senegal extended its unbeaten streak in international...