Albania, Greece and North Macedonia seek UNESCO nomination for Prespa region
TIRANA, Sept 15 /ATA/ – Albania, Greece and North Macedonia are seeking to advance a joint bid to have the Prespa region inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The initiative was discussed on Tuesday by Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister…
21st International Human Rights Film Festival focuses on war, peace and media
TIRANA, Sept. 14 /ATA/ – The 21st edition of the International Human Rights Film Festival, organised by the Marubi Film and Multimedia Academy, is being held in Tirana from September 14 to 19. Under the theme “War, peacemaking, the rule…
Gonxhja: Dea’s return enriches Butrint’s heritage narrative
TIRANA, Sept 13 /ATA/ Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said in a social‑media video message that the “Dea of Butrint” is returning home, giving visitors the chance to see the artefact up close. The return of this…
Return of Dea enriches treasury of our history and cultural heritage
TIRANA, September 12/ATA/ The Dea of Butrint, a celebrated masterpiece of Albanian heritage, is finally back home among the ruins of the ancient city where she was found. Dea was taken to Rome, then to the National History in Tirana…
Opening gala: Opera and Ballet House kicks off new season with renowned voices and masterpieces
TIRANA, September 11 /ATA/ – The Opera and Ballet House and Folk Ensemble launched its new season last night with a spectacular “Opera Gala.” The evening was a true celebration of operatic music, bringing unforgettable voices, powerful music and deep…
Tirana Mosaic, ancient history is relived through 3D and Gigapixel technology
TIRANA, September 10/ATA/ Tirana Mosaic has become one of the most important tourist destinations in the capital, where there are preserved fragments of Albanian history from antiquity. After the complete restoration and reconstruction of the site, this mosaic has become…
Luxury yachts generate more than 12 million euros in Albania in 2025
TIRANA, Sept. 9 /ATA/ – The arrival of large luxury yachts at Albania’s Port of Durres is generating direct revenue for the state, in addition to their contribution to the tourism sector, the Durres Port Authority said. The superyacht A+…
Albania inflation rises to 3.2% in August, driven by transport and housing costs
TIRANA, Sept. 8 /ATA/ – Albania’s annual inflation rate rose to 3.2% in August from 2.3% a year earlier, driven mainly by higher transport, housing and food costs, official data showed on Tuesday. Consumer prices increased by 0.1% from July,…
Northern Towers renewal, Gonxhja: Investments to begin by 2027
TIRANA, September 7/ATA/ The National Program for the Revitalization of Towers is entering its next phase, moving past the design stage to begin physical investments by 2027. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja gave the news highlighting that…
Sejko in Montenegro: Central bank credibility is essential for monetary stability
TIRANA, September 5/ATA/ Governor of the Bank of Albania Gent Sejko stressed that central bank credibility is vital for strong institutions, effective monetary policy and stable economies. Sejko made the statement during the high-level conference organized by the Central Bank…
Tirana Airport leads region, welcoming 6 million passengers in just six months
TIRANA, September 4 /ATA/ Tirana International Airport set a regional record during the first half of 2026 by welcoming 6 million passengers, a 17% increase from the previous year. Prime Minister Edi Rama wrote in a post in the social…
National Theatre concluded its season with 95 performances, generating more than 10 million lekë in revenue
TIRANA, September 3 /ATA/ The National Theatre has closed a successful artistic season, confirming its role as one of the most important institutions of cultural life in the country and as a lively meeting space between artists and the public….
