Photo exhibition of Berat icons opens at Independence Museum in Vlora
TIRANA, March 10 /ATA/ – A photographic exhibition featuring images of icons from the collection of the Onufri National Iconographic Museum has opened in the coastal city of Vlora as part of events marking the museum’s 40th anniversary. The exhibition…
Rama: “At the Moon’s Table” book features insights drawn from Iftar Dinners over the years
TIRANA, March 8 /ATA/ During the ‘Flasim’ podcast, Prime Minister Edi Rama brought up again the release of his book ‘At the Moon’s Table’ (Në Sofrën e Hënës), a collection of his reflections from the traditional iftar evenings he has hosted over the years. The Prime Minister said that, after repeated pushes…
Finance Minister: Albania’s public debt falls to 53.04% of GDP in 2025
TIRANA, March 6 /ATA/ – Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said on Thursday that Albania’s public debt declined to 53.04% of gross domestic product (GDP) at the end of 2025, continuing a downward trend. “Public debt fell from 54.21% of GDP…
Prices of imported goods decreased at the end of 2025
TIRANA, March 5 /ATA/ The prices of goods imported from abroad saw an average decrease of 0.5% in the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. According to the report published by the Institute of Statistics…
Albania to promote authentic Mediterranean offer at ITB Berlin 2026
TIRANA, March 2 /ATA/ – Albania will present itself as an authentic Mediterranean destination at ITB Berlin 2026, taking place from March 3-5 in the German capital. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said on Monday that this year’s…
Albania expands national intangible cultural heritage list
TIRANA, Feb 28 /ATA/ – Albania has added several traditional dances and craft practices to its National Intangible Cultural Heritage Fund. The decision, taken by the National Council of Intangible Cultural Heritage, designates the Eel Dance (Vallja e Ngjalës), the…
TIA and Milan Bergamo Airport strengthen professional and operational cooperation
TIRANA, Feb 27 /ATA/ The strengthening of international cooperation and the exchange of best practices in airport management were the highlight of an official visit by a delegation from Milan Bergamo Airport to Rinas, conducted as part of of a…
“Lead Balkans” conference held in Tirana
TIRANA, February 26/ATA/ The “Lead Balkans – Regional Leaders of the Diaspora” conference opened its proceedings in Tirana today, bringing together over 100 regional leaders, officials, academics and media representatives from across the Western Balkans. In the capacity of the…
Albania to increase troop contribution to KFOR mission in Kosovo
TIRANA, Feb 25 /ATA/ – Albania will increase its troop contribution to the NATO-led Kosovo Force, KFOR, by adding an air component to its deployment, the country’s top military officer said on Wednesday. Chief of the General Staff of the…
Rinas airport handled over 721,000 passengers in January, with London and Milan being most popular destinations
TIRANA, February 24/ATA/ With 71 destinations in 21 countries, Tirana International Airport (TIA) handled over 721,000 passengers and 4,238 flights during January. According to TIA data, the five most sought-after destinations during January were: Milan, London, Rome, Pisa and Venice….
Albania and Poland step up economic cooperation, with particular focus on investments and bilateral agreements
TIRANA, Feb 23 /ATA/ A high‑level delegation from Albania held an official meeting with representatives of the Ministry of Finance of Poland, with a focus on strengthening economic cooperation, increasing investments, and concluding bilateral agreements. The Albanian delegation, led by…
Paddle through Europe’s last wild river: An untamed kayaking adventure on the Vjosa
TIRANA, February 22/ATA/ The Vjosa is rapidly becoming a premier hub for adventure seekers, drawing growing numbers of eco-tourists for thrilling water sports and nature exploration. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared in the social media today a view of the…
