Trump to attend NATO summit in Albania

Tirana, December 30, 2024 - Donald Trump, the US president-elect, will visit Tirana in 2027 as part of the NATO summit, Albania’s prime minister has revealed. Edi Rama made the announcement during a year-end press conference, calling the event “unthinkable …

Father Gjergj Fishta: The Genius of Pen and Defender of Albania on the International Stage

Father Gjergj Fishta, poet, writer, translator, and publicist, is considered one of the direct and authentic successors of the Albanian National Renaissance. He expressed patriotic and democratic ideals in the context of the 20th century, evident in his …

10 of the best places to visit in Albania

Beaches to rival Greece, mountains straight out of the Alps, wild rivers that would eat the Rhine for breakfast, and an uber-cool, artsy capital that will leave you yawning at Berlin — before your first visit to Albania, you could be forgiven for thinking, …

Italian investments in Albania rise by 3.5% in 2024

  Dec 29, 2024 - Italian investments in Albania have increased by 3.5% in the first nine months of 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to the Bank of Albania. Italy now ranks as the second-largest investor in the country, contributing € …

Albania aims to lead in renewable energy as it harnesses the power of its rivers

Dec 29, 2024 - Albania is turning its natural resources into an energy success story, with ambitious plans to become a global leader in renewable energy. Known for its abundant rivers and favorable climate, the country already produces 100% of its …

Ministry of Tourism and Environment of Albania joins and signs MOU with GSTC

The Ministry of Tourism and Environment of Albania joins the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, emphasizing sustainable tourism development through partnerships, strategies, and regional initiatives. The Ministry of Tourism and Environment of Albania ( …

Tirana mayor rejects claims of fleeing Albania, fires back at opposition leader

Dec 28, 2024 - Tirana’s Mayor Erion Veliaj has rejected accusations by opposition leader Sali Berisha, who alleged that the mayor had fled Albania under mysterious circumstances. Veliaj said that he is currently in the United States on an official visit, …

Abu Dhabi’s Eagle Hills launches $2.5bn development in Albania

Banks' limited support leaves Albania's farmers struggling to grow

Banks in Albania lent just 2.4 billion leks to farmers by October, marking a modest 9% increase from the previous year, but agriculture remains a largely neglected sector despite its significant role in the economy. Dec 28, 2024 - While agriculture …

Albania among 5 Spectacular Beach Destinations that Give the Maldives a Run for Its Money

Albania has been dubbed ‘the Maldives of Europe’, thanks to the white sandy beaches and crystal clear water along its Riviera. It’s far from undiscovered, with tourists flocking to the region in increasing numbers, but it certainly won’t break the bank — …