From a coastal village to a premier international destination, Ksamil offers travelers an authentic experience
TIRANA, June 20 /ATA/ Once a quiet coastal village, Ksamil has blossomed into an internationally renowned destination. Its pristine waters, iconic offshore islands, and proximity to Butrint National Park, coupled with easy access from Saranda and Corfu, have cemented its…
National Library joins European directors’ conference in Luxembourg
TIRANA, June 19 /ATA/ The National Library of Albania took part in the Annual Conference of Directors of National Libraries of Europe (CENL), held this year in Luxembourg. CENL is the network that brings together national libraries across Europe. The…
Private producers outpace state-owned Albanian Power Corporation in energy output
TIRANA, June 18 /ATA/ Marking a historic shift, private and concessionary producers generated over half of Albania’s electricity in the first four months of 2026. According to Energy Regulator Authority (ERE) data, this marks the first time independent operators have…
More than just rebuilding schools, EU partnership is empowering our youth with renewed confidence and better opportunities, says Kumbaro
TIRANA, June 17 /ATA/ Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro participated yesterday in the closing conference of the EU4Schools program. Funded by the European Union in collaboration with the Albanian Government and implemented by the UNDP, the program has successfully restored…
Albania’s cultural heritage sites draw over 424,000 visitors in January-May
TIRANA, June 16 /ATA/ – More than 424,000 people visited Albania’s cultural heritage institutions and sites during the first five months of 2026, underscoring the sector’s growing appeal among domestic and international tourists, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja…
Customs revenues increase to 62.1 billion lek in March–May period
TIRANA, June 15 /ATA/ The customs revenues collected by the Customs Administration during the March–May 2026 period reached 62.1 billion ALL, exceeding the planned target and marking an increase compared to the same period last year. According to data published…
Ksamil is welcoming summer with tighter water safety protocols and more public spaces for holidaymakers
TIRANA, June 14 /ATA/ The summer tourism season in Ksamil is officially underway, drawing a growing wave of domestic and foreign vacationers drawn to the idyllic June climate and pristine coastal waters. Improved infrastructure is attracting more vacationers to Ksamil…
Albania maintains resilient growth outlook despite global headwinds, minister Malaj says
TIRANA, June 13 /ATA/ Albania continues to demonstrate its position as one of the most resilient economies in the region, maintaining a positive growth outlook despite a global environment marked by economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and inflationary pressures. Minister of…
Archaeologists uncover early Christian mosaics near ancient basilica in central Albania
TIRANA, June 12 /ATA/ – Archaeologists have uncovered previously unknown mosaics near an early Christian basilica in the central Albanian city of Elbasan, shedding new light on the history of the ancient settlement of Scampis. The discovery was made during…
Conservation works at Bylis Archaeological Park to begin soon
TIRANA, June 10 /ATA/ – Conservation works at the Bylis and Klos archaeological parks, southern Albania, are expected to begin within days, alongside upgrades to tourism infrastructure and the construction of a multifunctional centre. Representatives from the EU Delegation to…
Arsi Bako takes first place at Spring Festival with song ‘To lose’
TIRANA, June 8 /ATA/ Arsi Bako was crowned the winner of the Spring Festival with the song “To lose”. This highly anticipated competition marks the revival of the activity on Albanian Radio-Television following a twenty-year break. The winning song secured…
Inflation at 3% in May, driven by transport and housing costs
TIRANA, May 8 /ATA/ Prices of goods and services in the country continued to rise in May, pushing inflation to 3%, up from 2.2% a year earlier. According to data published by the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), the increase in…
