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Multigenderism’s Curious Impact

1. The Last Cycle of Extremist Ideologies in the Old Continent – Council of Europe In 2011, the Council of Europe adopted the final version of the Convention on Preventing and

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Op-Ed·Western Balkans

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

The Albanian Prime Minister’s suggestions have largely and consistently proven not to be in Kosovo’s best interest October 29, 2025 By Veton Suroi Last week, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama offered a

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Oligarchy, Governance, and Justice in the Eyes of Citizens’ Expectations

By Zef Preçi The recent decision of Albania’s Special Prosecution Office Against Corruption (SPAK) to formally indict Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure Belinda Balluku on charges related to abuse of

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Confronting Corruption Through Voice and Protest: The Albanian Student Example

Features·Headline·News·Op-Ed·Social Issues·Special

The Albanian Student Protests 2018–2019 – A Generation’s Call for Justice and Democratic Reform The student protests in Albania during 2018 and 2019 represent an important chapter in the country’s gradual process

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The Cost of Embezzlement: Lessons from Albania’s Grant Scandals

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William Easterly, an American economist and professor at NYU, wrote an essay back in 2006 on foreign aid. His central thesis focused on scrutinising the idealistic sentiment behind foreign aid, and the

5 months ago

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Italy and Albania: Building a Shared Future Through Action and Partnership

Op-Ed

By Marco Alberti, Ambassador of Italy to Albania The Italian anthem was written by Goffredo Mameli, a young man who sacrificed his life for Italy’s freedom— the same desire for freedom that

5 months ago

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Spectacle Over Substance: How Albania’s “War on Money Laundering” Ignores the Towers That Tell the Truth

Op-Ed

At first glance, the Albanian government’s latest initiative to combat money laundering appears bold: an investigation into 400 luxury vehicles purchased by individuals with no declared income. Authorities have stated that if

6 months ago

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Behind the Façade: What’s Fueling Albania’s Real Estate Boom?

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In recent years, Albania—particularly its capital, Tirana—has witnessed a real estate boom of unprecedented proportions. Tower cranes dominate the skyline, new developments sprout at every corner, and record-breaking building permits have become

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Narco-Politics and the Erosion of Democracy in Albania

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In a country where democratic institutions are already fragile, a sprawling Italian anti-mafia investigation has thrown Albania’s political establishment into turmoil. At its heart lies the so-called Troplini Group, a narco-network accused

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European Political Community Summit in Tirana – Substance, Symbolism, and Domestic Contradictions

Op-Ed

Tirana, 17 May 2025 The Sixth Summit of the European Political Community (EPC), held in Tirana on 16 May 2025, convened 47 European leaders in a highly symbolic gathering that showcased continental

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Criminal Enterprise and Investment Policy in Albania

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The involvement of individuals with criminal backgrounds or ties to the underworld among Albania’s so-called strategic investors must be examined in a broader context. Politically, this phenomenon represents one of the clearest

6 months ago

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The EU Court’s Verdict on Golden Passports: Implications for Albania

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Genc Pollo – President of the Paneuropa Albania MovementFormer Minister and MP April 2025 “Whatever the European Court decides—if it says it can’t be done, we won’t do it; if it says

7 months ago

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Call to Arms for the ‘Next Generation’

Op-Ed

Albania is in a precarious situation at the moment. We are faced with a prevailing cultural acceptance of complacency and corruption. This reality had periodically made itself known to me during my

7 months ago

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Elmar Brok: Berisha calls for liberation – Rama’s power crumbles

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A new chapter is dawning in Albania. For the first time in years, Edi Rama’s iron-fisted ruleis beginning to totter. The country is facing a historic decision: Freedom or downfall. And inthe

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Multigenderism’s Curious Impact

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

Oligarchy, Governance, and Justice in the Eyes of Citizens’ Expectations

The Cost of Embezzlement: Lessons from Albania’s Grant Scandals

Italy and Albania: Building a Shared Future Through Action and Partnership

Spectacle Over Substance: How Albania’s “War on Money Laundering” Ignores the Towers That Tell the Truth

Behind the Façade: What’s Fueling Albania’s Real Estate Boom?

Narco-Politics and the Erosion of Democracy in Albania

European Political Community Summit in Tirana – Substance, Symbolism, and Domestic Contradictions

Criminal Enterprise and Investment Policy in Albania

The EU Court’s Verdict on Golden Passports: Implications for Albania

Call to Arms for the ‘Next Generation’

Elmar Brok: Berisha calls for liberation – Rama’s power crumbles

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