Albania

Country Albania
Capital Tirana
Continent Europe
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Languages Albanian

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Albania declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1912, but was conquered by Italy in 1939. Communist partisans took over the country in 1944. Albania allied itself first with the USSR (until 1960), and then with China (to 1978). In the early 1990s, Albania ended 46 years of xenophobic Communist rule and established a multiparty democracy. The transition has proven challenging as successive governments have tried to deal with high unemployment, widespread corruption, a dilapidated physical infrastructure, powerful organized crime networks, and combative political opponents. Albania has made progress in its democratic development since first holding multiparty elections in 1991, but deficiencies remain. International observers judged elections to be largely free and fair since the restoration of political stability following the collapse of pyramid schemes in 1997; however, there have been claims of electoral fraud in every one of Albania's post-communist elections. In the 2005 general elections, the Democratic Party and its allies won a decisive victory on pledges to reduce crime and corruption, promote economic growth, and decrease the size of government. The election, and particularly the orderly transition of power, was considered an important step forward. Albania joined NATO in April 2009 and is a potential candidate for EU accession. Although Albania's economy continues to grow, the country is still one of the poorest in Europe, hampered by a large informal economy and an inadequate energy and transportation infrastructure.

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As Albania's economy grows, so do its struggles with waste - DWAs Albania's economy grows, so do its struggles with waste  DW

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Serbia vs Albania Tips, Predictions and Bet Builder - Bet365Serbia vs Albania Tips, Predictions and Bet Builder  Bet365

Where in the World Is Eric Adams? Try Albania. - The New York TimesWhere in the World Is Eric Adams? Try Albania.  The New York Times

Judge killed in courtroom shooting in Albania - The GuardianJudge killed in courtroom shooting in Albania  The Guardian

Trump mocked by European leaders over Armenia-Albania mix-up - politico.euTrump mocked by European leaders over Armenia-Albania mix-up  politico.eu

World's first AI minister will eliminate corruption, says Albania's PM - BBCWorld's first AI minister will eliminate corruption, says Albania's PM  BBC

Gunman arrested in Albania after shooting and killing judge in courtroom - CNNGunman arrested in Albania after shooting and killing judge in courtroom  CNN

Wealthy ancient Roman's tomb discovered in Albania - ReutersWealthy ancient Roman's tomb discovered in Albania  Reuters

Albania’s AI ‘minister’ makes its debut with an address to parliament - AP NewsAlbania’s AI ‘minister’ makes its debut with an address to parliament  AP News

International Dance Festival in Albania show for communities, Gonzato: We confirm inclusivity - European NewsroomInternational Dance Festival in Albania show for communities, Gonzato: We confirm inclusivity  European Newsroom

EBRD supports Albania’s Tirana Bank with €10 million package - The European StingEBRD supports Albania’s Tirana Bank with €10 million package  The European Sting

UNESCO Designates Albania Vjosa River as a Biosphere Reserve: Will Sustainable Tourism Save This Pristine Ecosystem in Europe? - Travel And Tour WorldUNESCO Designates Albania Vjosa River as a Biosphere Reserve: Will Sustainable Tourism Save This Pristine Ecosystem in Europe?  Travel And Tour World

Albania U21 vs San Marino U21 - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats - FotMobAlbania U21 vs San Marino U21 - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats  FotMob

In Albania's new UNESCO site, environmental worries abound - ReutersIn Albania's new UNESCO site, environmental worries abound  Reuters

'Vivek was born in Ohio, you in Albania...' Comedian roasted for saying 'I will not rest until Ramaswamy - Times of India'Vivek was born in Ohio, you in Albania...' Comedian roasted for saying 'I will not rest until Ramaswamy  Times of India

Man on trial in Albania kills judge, injures two others in shooting - Al JazeeraMan on trial in Albania kills judge, injures two others in shooting  Al Jazeera

Albania: The courtroom assassination of Judge Astrit Kalaja must be effectively investigated - The International Commission of Jurists - ICJAlbania: The courtroom assassination of Judge Astrit Kalaja must be effectively investigated  The International Commission of Jurists - ICJ

Albanian judge shot dead in court by man during trial - BBCAlbanian judge shot dead in court by man during trial  BBC

European Leaders Overheard Mocking Trump Over Armenia-Albania Mix-Up - NDTVEuropean Leaders Overheard Mocking Trump Over Armenia-Albania Mix-Up  NDTV

Watch: EU leaders mock Trump's Armenia gaffe on hot mic, Macron can't stop laughing - India TodayWatch: EU leaders mock Trump's Armenia gaffe on hot mic, Macron can't stop laughing  India Today

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One Albania names new CEO - TelecompaperOne Albania names new CEO  Telecompaper

Man on trial in Albania kills judge in Tirana courtroom shooting - Euronews.comMan on trial in Albania kills judge in Tirana courtroom shooting  Euronews.com

Albania AI minister: Virtual avatar delivers first speech in parliament; 'not here to replace people,' sa - Times of IndiaAlbania AI minister: Virtual avatar delivers first speech in parliament; 'not here to replace people,' sa  Times of India

Berlin Gallery Société signs Edi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania - ArtDependenceBerlin Gallery Société signs Edi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania  ArtDependence

Oppenheim unveils red-hue tower on Albania’s southern coast - ArchinectOppenheim unveils red-hue tower on Albania’s southern coast  Archinect

Western Balkan leaders reaffirm commitment to EU future - AP NewsWestern Balkan leaders reaffirm commitment to EU future  AP News

Man On Trial Shoots Judge Dead, Injures Two In Albania Courtroom - News18Man On Trial Shoots Judge Dead, Injures Two In Albania Courtroom  News18

Albania - Welcome to the United NationsAlbania  Welcome to the United Nations

Judge shot dead in Albania courtroom, suspect arrested after fleeing - MoneycontrolJudge shot dead in Albania courtroom, suspect arrested after fleeing  Moneycontrol

‘The real danger….’: Albania's new AI-generated minister Diella defends role in first parliament speech | World News - Hindustan Times‘The real danger….’: Albania's new AI-generated minister Diella defends role in first parliament speech | World News  Hindustan Times

Albanian courtroom shooting drama! Judge shot dead, two injured, gunman fled, arrested later - MintAlbanian courtroom shooting drama! Judge shot dead, two injured, gunman fled, arrested later  Mint

FSS cancels public ticket sale for Serbia-Albania meeting in Leskovac - Inside World FootballFSS cancels public ticket sale for Serbia-Albania meeting in Leskovac  Inside World Football

Albania’s Tourism Industry Faces Challenges As Declining Numbers From Kosovo, Montenegro, The UK, Poland, France, And Germany Threaten Growth - Travel And Tour WorldAlbania’s Tourism Industry Faces Challenges As Declining Numbers From Kosovo, Montenegro, The UK, Poland, France, And Germany Threaten Growth  Travel And Tour World

The strategic plan of the "Red and Black" fans for the Albania-Serbia game, Ariglon Pali shows what they will do on Saturday - Gazeta ExpressThe strategic plan of the "Red and Black" fans for the Albania-Serbia game, Ariglon Pali shows what they will do on Saturday  Gazeta Express

Biography: Arben Kingji, Chief of Defence of Albania - NATO - HomepageBiography: Arben Kingji, Chief of Defence of Albania  NATO - Homepage

17 suspected human traffickers arrested in Albania and Colombia - Europol17 suspected human traffickers arrested in Albania and Colombia  Europol

Albanian banks' NPL ratio rises m/m in Aug - SeeNewsAlbanian banks' NPL ratio rises m/m in Aug  SeeNews

Praise for ‘Hero’ Dictator Hoxha Sparks Outrage in Albania - Balkan InsightPraise for ‘Hero’ Dictator Hoxha Sparks Outrage in Albania  Balkan Insight

Justice and Migration ministers begin diplomatic mission to Albania and Kosovo - belganewsagency.euJustice and Migration ministers begin diplomatic mission to Albania and Kosovo  belganewsagency.eu

One week after dropping reelection bid, NYC Mayor Eric Adams heads to Albania - NBC New YorkOne week after dropping reelection bid, NYC Mayor Eric Adams heads to Albania  NBC New York

Albania National Team Arrives in Serbia, Strict Security Measures - TelegrafiAlbania National Team Arrives in Serbia, Strict Security Measures  Telegrafi

Meet Diella: The World’s first AI cabinet minister appointed in Albania to fight corruption - Times of IndiaMeet Diella: The World’s first AI cabinet minister appointed in Albania to fight corruption  Times of India

Can Albania really become a cashless economy? - DWCan Albania really become a cashless economy?  DW

Albania starts transactions through SEPA, a historic step towards European integration - European NewsroomAlbania starts transactions through SEPA, a historic step towards European integration  European Newsroom

Why on Earth Is Eric Adams in Albania? - New York MagazineWhy on Earth Is Eric Adams in Albania?  New York Magazine

‘No One’s Above the Law’: Albania’s Anti-Graft Prosecutor Leaves Formidable Legacy - Balkan Insight‘No One’s Above the Law’: Albania’s Anti-Graft Prosecutor Leaves Formidable Legacy  Balkan Insight

Albania to offer 81 mln euro of 1-yr T-bills on Oct 14 - SeeNewsAlbania to offer 81 mln euro of 1-yr T-bills on Oct 14  SeeNews

Albania - European Environment Agency (EEA)Albania  European Environment Agency (EEA)

Meet Diella: World's First AI Minister Introduced In Albania To Tackle Corruption - News18Meet Diella: World's First AI Minister Introduced In Albania To Tackle Corruption  News18

Albania Appoints World’s First AI “Minister” to Fight Corruption - Greater Belize MediaAlbania Appoints World’s First AI “Minister” to Fight Corruption  Greater Belize Media

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Albania - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Albania  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Albania holds parliamentary elections today - NewsonairAlbania holds parliamentary elections today  Newsonair

Berlin Gallery Société Now Represents Edi Rama, the Prime Minister of Albania - ARTnews.comBerlin Gallery Société Now Represents Edi Rama, the Prime Minister of Albania  ARTnews.com

Photo gallery: The Prime Minister of Albania visits NATO, 17-Sep.-2025 - NATO - HomepagePhoto gallery: The Prime Minister of Albania visits NATO, 17-Sep.-2025  NATO - Homepage

SkyUp sues Air Albania over alleged ACMI contract breach - ch-aviationSkyUp sues Air Albania over alleged ACMI contract breach  ch-aviation

With Eric Adams in Albania, NYC ethics organization mulls more travel disclosure regs - PoliticoWith Eric Adams in Albania, NYC ethics organization mulls more travel disclosure regs  Politico

Security in justice institutions in Albania, the head of the Guard inspects SPAK and GJKKO - Gazeta ExpressSecurity in justice institutions in Albania, the head of the Guard inspects SPAK and GJKKO  Gazeta Express

Serbia with injuries and "civil war", Albania's rivals with six missing players - Gazeta ExpressSerbia with injuries and "civil war", Albania's rivals with six missing players  Gazeta Express

How Heritage Tourism Is Creating Jobs and Revitalizing Southern Albania - World BankHow Heritage Tourism Is Creating Jobs and Revitalizing Southern Albania  World Bank

Rifts on show at EU-Western Balkan summit in Albania - bne IntelliNewsRifts on show at EU-Western Balkan summit in Albania  bne IntelliNews

The Albanian national team lands in Niš, welcomed by hundreds of police officers - Gazeta ExpressThe Albanian national team lands in Niš, welcomed by hundreds of police officers  Gazeta Express

AI government minister delivers first speech in Albanian parliament - Digital Watch ObservatoryAI government minister delivers first speech in Albanian parliament  Digital Watch Observatory

Preview: Serbia vs Albania - prediction, team news, lineups - Sports MolePreview: Serbia vs Albania - prediction, team news, lineups  Sports Mole

Can AI sort out government corruption? Albania hopes so - CNNCan AI sort out government corruption? Albania hopes so  CNN

Discover the Heart of Albanian Culture: Durrës’ Old Doors Trail and Eco-Tourism Highlights - Travel And Tour WorldDiscover the Heart of Albanian Culture: Durrës’ Old Doors Trail and Eco-Tourism Highlights  Travel And Tour World

FiK 64 rumours: Albanian insiders whisper Genta Ismajli, Fifi and Era Istrefi - WiwibloggsFiK 64 rumours: Albanian insiders whisper Genta Ismajli, Fifi and Era Istrefi  Wiwibloggs

We went to find out if Albania lives up to the hype - The Washington PostWe went to find out if Albania lives up to the hype  The Washington Post

Leader of Albania Pelted With Trash for Appointing AI-Powered Minister to Cabinet - FuturismLeader of Albania Pelted With Trash for Appointing AI-Powered Minister to Cabinet  Futurism

Albania appoints AI bot ‘minister’ to fight corruption in world first - Al JazeeraAlbania appoints AI bot ‘minister’ to fight corruption in world first  Al Jazeera

From silence to justice: EU-backed efforts to identify victims of Albania’s dictatorship - EEASFrom silence to justice: EU-backed efforts to identify victims of Albania’s dictatorship  EEAS

In Albania's new UNESCO site, environmental worries abound - Reuters ConnectIn Albania's new UNESCO site, environmental worries abound  Reuters Connect

Albania Strengthens Tourism Sector with New Partnerships, Aiming for Five Hundred Thousand German Visitors in this Year - Travel And Tour WorldAlbania Strengthens Tourism Sector with New Partnerships, Aiming for Five Hundred Thousand German Visitors in this Year  Travel And Tour World

Albania introduces AI-powered minister to end corruption in public procurement - Global Government ForumAlbania introduces AI-powered minister to end corruption in public procurement  Global Government Forum

Stunning beaches, $500 apartments, and cheap flights: Why 3 Americans moved to Albania - Business InsiderStunning beaches, $500 apartments, and cheap flights: Why 3 Americans moved to Albania  Business Insider

Serbia coach: We know the changes Albania will have in the lineup - Gazeta ExpressSerbia coach: We know the changes Albania will have in the lineup  Gazeta Express

Judge Shot to Death in Albanian Courtroom - Balkan InsightJudge Shot to Death in Albanian Courtroom  Balkan Insight

Albania’s new anti-corruption unit is taking down bigwigs - The EconomistAlbania’s new anti-corruption unit is taking down bigwigs  The Economist

Albania iGaming Market Research Report - iGamingToday.comAlbania iGaming Market Research Report  iGamingToday.com

Troubled Waters: Albania’s Wild River ‘Protected Only on Paper’ - Balkan InsightTroubled Waters: Albania’s Wild River ‘Protected Only on Paper’  Balkan Insight

Healthcare — WHO Report: Albania Has Fewer Doctors per Capita - Euronews AlbaniaHealthcare — WHO Report: Albania Has Fewer Doctors per Capita  Euronews Albania

Insights into Albania: Internal Struggles and Geopolitical Challenges in the Western Balkans - New Lines InstituteInsights into Albania: Internal Struggles and Geopolitical Challenges in the Western Balkans  New Lines Institute

News: Chair of the NATO Military Committee visits Albania, 09-Apr.-2025 - NATO - HomepageNews: Chair of the NATO Military Committee visits Albania, 09-Apr.-2025  NATO - Homepage

Mayor Eric Adams pushes for direct flights from NYC to Albania as ambassador rumors swirl - New York PostMayor Eric Adams pushes for direct flights from NYC to Albania as ambassador rumors swirl  New York Post

Eric Adams insists his trip to Albania isn’t a grift after dropping NYC mayoral bid - The IndependentEric Adams insists his trip to Albania isn’t a grift after dropping NYC mayoral bid  The Independent

Albania appoints world’s first AI-made minister - politico.euAlbania appoints world’s first AI-made minister  politico.eu

What’s driving investor interest in Albania’s tourism industry? - Yahoo FinanceWhat’s driving investor interest in Albania’s tourism industry?  Yahoo Finance

Lea Ypi’s Reckoning With Family and the Legacy of Revolution - JacobinLea Ypi’s Reckoning With Family and the Legacy of Revolution  Jacobin

Photo gallery: The Prime Minister of Albania visits NATO, 17-Sep.-2025 - NATO - HomepagePhoto gallery: The Prime Minister of Albania visits NATO, 17-Sep.-2025  NATO - Homepage

In Albania, coupling ecotourism with conservation for economic growth - UNEP - UN Environment ProgrammeIn Albania, coupling ecotourism with conservation for economic growth  UNEP - UN Environment Programme

Exclusive: Albania asked to arrest chief rabbi over alleged war crimes in Gaza - Middle East EyeExclusive: Albania asked to arrest chief rabbi over alleged war crimes in Gaza  Middle East Eye

Remarks by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and the Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama - NATO - HomepageRemarks by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and the Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama  NATO - Homepage

Opinion | Don’t treat Albania’s AI minister like a stunt - The Washington PostOpinion | Don’t treat Albania’s AI minister like a stunt  The Washington Post

Paris City Council honors Kadare - Gazeta ExpressParis City Council honors Kadare  Gazeta Express

Albania appoints world’s first AI government ‘minister’ to root out corruption - Euronews.comAlbania appoints world’s first AI government ‘minister’ to root out corruption  Euronews.com

Man on trial in Albania shoots judge dead in court, injures 2 others - South China Morning PostMan on trial in Albania shoots judge dead in court, injures 2 others  South China Morning Post

"World" Mission, Albania with a favor towards Serbia - cna.al"World" Mission, Albania with a favor towards Serbia  cna.al

Albania’s tourism slows down amid rising prices and infrastructure gaps - TravelMoleAlbania’s tourism slows down amid rising prices and infrastructure gaps  TravelMole

Albania loses its hidden-gem luster - politico.euAlbania loses its hidden-gem luster  politico.eu