Fourth Diaspora Summit: Strengthening ties with Albanians living abroad
TIRANA, April 14 /ATA/ The Fourth Diaspora Summit was opened last evening with a formal ceremony attended by distinguished personalities from the country and across the globe. At this significant national event, Albanians from all corners of the world convened…
FDI in Albania stands at €16.6 billion, reflecting steady growth
TIRANA, April 12 /ATA/ Over the last five years, Albania has outpaced the regional average in FDI attraction, with investments consistently representing around 7% of GDP. During his “Let’s Talk” podcast, PM Rama said that, “Foreign investments remain on a…
Salvador Dalí exhibition opens at Albania’s COD in Tirana
TIRANA, April 10 /ATA – The Center for Openness and Dialogue (COD) on Friday opened an exhibition dedicated to Spanish artist Salvador Dalí, showcasing a collection of original works to the local public. In attendance of the opening ceremony of…
Cadastral certification initiated for 550 towers
TIRANA, April 9 /ATA/ Around 550 towers nationwide are being formalized with property titles to ensure legal security for citizens and protect these valuable cultural heritage sites. The State Cadastre Agency is moving to formalize ownership of previously unregulated characteristic…
Kruja: Where Albania’s rich history meets unparalleled hospitality
TIRANA, April 8/ATA/ As spring arrives, Kruja becomes an unmissable destination, offering a blend of rich history and stunning natural scenery. The warm, clear weather is ideal for exploring the bustling bazaar, the prestigious Skanderbeg Museum and the captivating Ethnographic Museum,…
Tourist arrivals up 11% in March, Albania a growing destination despite global challenges
TIRANA, April 7 /ATA/ – Albania recorded an 11% increase in foreign tourist arrivals in March, reinforcing its position as a growing destination despite global headwinds, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said on Tuesday. A total…
Austria, Albania’s fifth-largest investor in 2025
TIRANA, April 6 /ATA/ Austria ranked as the fifth most important investor in Albania during 2025, based on the value of new investment inflows. According to data from the Bank of Albania, Austrian investments reached €146 million, marking a 22.7% increase compared to…
Archbishop Dodaj’s Easter Vigil Message: Be the Change You Wish to See in Albania
TIRANA, April 4 /ATA/ On the eve of Catholic Easter, Archbishop Arjan Dodaj of Tirana–Durrës delivered an inspirational message to believers and citizens. He emphasised that from the oldest to the youngest, Albanians must nurture a sense of belonging and identity. Dodaj said being Albanian is not a matter of slogans…
Govt. approves 20% cut in excise duties to offset fuel costs, Malaj says
TIRANA, April 3 /ATA/ Minister of Finance Petrit Malaj announced the approval of the Normative Act to reduce excise duties, a concrete measure undertaken by the Albanian government to offset the impact of rising fuel prices caused by the conflict…
Tax revenues increase by 13.8% compared to last March
TIRANA, April 2 /ATA/ The General Directorate of Taxes announced that tax revenues continued their upward trend during March 2026, reflecting improvements in tax administration and the impact of measures taken to formalize the economy. According to official data, total…
Central Bank: Albanian business confidence rises in March
TIRANA, April 1 /ATA/ – Business confidence in Albania rose in March, according to the Economic Sentiment Indicator (ESI) published by the Bank of Albania on Wednesday. The overall index increased by 0.6 points, largely driven by stronger confidence in…
PACE rapporteurs highlight Albania’s progress in implementing Council of Europe recommendations
TIRANA, March 31 /ATA/ Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi held talks on Tuesday with Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly rapporteurs Ionut‑Marian Stroe and Pavel Jablonski, focusing on the progress of reforms and democratic standards in the country. Council of Europe Parliamentary…
