Albania moves to next stage of energy market reform

Dec 21, 2024 - From January 2025, around 2,600 Albanian businesses will need to secure their electricity from the open market. This marks the third phase of Albania’s energy market liberalization, a process that began in 2015 to align with European …

TikTok to be banned in Albania for one year over safety concerns

Dec 21, 2024 - Albania has announced it will block access to TikTok for one year. This decision follows concerns about children's safety online, particularly around cyberbullying and inappropriate content. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared the news during …

Albania’s tax revenues surge, public spending rises in 2024

Authorities in Albania collected significantly more tax revenue in 2024, boosting funds for public services, according to the Finance Ministry. Public spending also increased, reflecting the country’s growing economic activity. Albania has seen a sharp …

Albania to ban TikTok for a year after teenager stabbed to death

Albania’s prime minister said on Saturday the government will shut down the video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children. Albanian authorities held 1,300 meetings with teachers and parents …

Albania-Kosovo Trade Exchange Reach ALL 48.6Bn

Trade exchanges between Albania and Kosovo are calculated at Lek 48.6 billion during the January-November period of this year. According to the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), exports to Kosovo decreased by about Lek 350 million during the 11-month …

Albania shuts down TikTok at least for a year: PM

Simon Calder Highlights Albania as a Hidden Gem for Summer 2025

Travel expert Simon Calder has identified Albania and Bulgaria as two of Europe’s most enchanting and lesser-known destinations to explore in 2025, as highlighted in a recent New York Times feature by David Landsel. Calder recommends visiting these …

President Osmani in 2 Assemblies’ session: Kosovo-Albania cooperation, an imperative need

The joint session of the Assembly of Kosovo and the Assembly of Albania was held in Pristina this Friday. In her speech, the President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, emphasized that this meeting not only reflects the common cultural and historical heritage, but …

Unsolicited advice for Albania's rising politicians

Recently, newly formed political parties set to participate in Albania's next parliamentary elections have faced heavy criticism. They are accused of having outdated mindsets and secret links to the two main parties. While this judgment may be unfair, …

Electricity sector officials visit Albania’s trailblazing photovoltaic plants as part of GIZ regional decarbonization ...

Representatives of energy ministries, electricity distribution system operators and regulatory bodies as well as international experts attended a field trip and presentations in Albania organized within the project Green Agenda: Decarbonisation of the …