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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

1 week ago

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Op-Ed

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

1 week ago

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From Declaration to Deterrence: A Turning Point for Southeast Europe’s Security?

Op-Ed

By Albert Rakipi On March 18, 2025, the Defense Ministers of Kosovo, Albania, and Croatia signed a Joint Declaration on military cooperation. Though not a formal treaty or binding alliance, the Declaration

7 months ago

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In a depopulating Albania, why is the PM campaigning on a promise to make it easier for young people to leave?

Op-Ed·Premium

If Rama wants to be the prime minister who ushers Albania into the European Union, he must first be the leader who makes Albania worth staying in. By ANDI BALLA In his

8 months ago

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United Arab Emirates ‘s Expanding Influence in Albania – Financial and Political Concerns

Headline·Op-Ed·Premium

By Tirana Times TIRANA, March 20th (Tirana Times ) The Albanian government has nearly doubled the projected cost of its “Smart City” initiative, now expected to cost $118.5 million—up from the initially

8 months ago

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News Analysis: A Geopolitical Shift in the Western Balkans?

Op-Ed·Premium·Western Balkans

Trilateral Defense Pact Between Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo Redefines Regional Security Architecture? A new security alignment is taking shape in Southeastern Europe, as three nations deepen military cooperation—sparking regional tensions and redefining

8 months ago

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EU’s Democratic Blind Spot in the Balkans

Headline·Op-Ed

By Genc Pollo The European Union’s stance on democracy in the Balkans is increasingly difficult to defend. The recent visit of EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos to Albania is a glaring example

8 months ago

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Behind Albania’s Forest Crisis: Governance, Economy, and EU Accession

Op-Ed

This article was produced as part of the Thematic Networks of PULSE, a European initiative that supports transnational journalistic collaborations The woodlands of Albania are a verdant expanse that once covered

8 months ago

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Ollga Plumbi – The Woman from the Future

Op-Ed

By Valentina Leskaj Ollga, the woman with deep black eyes, who appears so elegant in an old photograph wearing a hat, often comes to my mind whenever we discuss the Women’s

8 months ago

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Promoting women’s leadership and participation in the next political elections is key for Albania

Op-Ed

By: Fiona McCluney, UN Resident Coordinator Michele Ribotta, Chair of UN Gender Group Tirana, 8 March 2025 The general elections of May 11, 2025,are an important opportunity to

8 months ago

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After the War, After the Wall, After the West

Op-Ed

Lutfi Dervishi It is not easy to summarize three eras in one sentence: post-war, post-wall, post-west. Historian, commentator, and author Timothy Garton Ash articulated this postulate two years ago in his book

9 months ago

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THE UNITED STATES AND KOSOVA: FROM A SPECIAL TO A MORE COMPLEX RELATIONSHIP

Op-Ed

Elez Biberaj Having made such huge investments in Kosova, the U.S should now help it get to the finishing line in its efforts to cement its sovereignty and achieve lasting peace with

9 months ago

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Fostering a thirst for knowledge: the key to building the world of tomorrow

Op-Ed

H.E Alvaro Renedo Zalba, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to Albania It is a true pleasure to speak to you today on this rainy November morning. The dim light of today’s

9 months ago

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Op-Ed - Page 4

Multigenderism’s Curious Impact

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

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

From Declaration to Deterrence: A Turning Point for Southeast Europe’s Security?

In a depopulating Albania, why is the PM campaigning on a promise to make it easier for young people to leave?

United Arab Emirates ‘s Expanding Influence in Albania – Financial and Political Concerns

News Analysis: A Geopolitical Shift in the Western Balkans?

EU’s Democratic Blind Spot in the Balkans

Behind Albania’s Forest Crisis: Governance, Economy, and EU Accession

Ollga Plumbi – The Woman from the Future

Promoting women’s leadership and participation in the next political elections is key for Albania

After the War, After the Wall, After the West

THE UNITED STATES AND KOSOVA: FROM A SPECIAL TO A MORE COMPLEX RELATIONSHIP

Fostering a thirst for knowledge: the key to building the world of tomorrow

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Serbia between Tito and Enver Hoxha?

The Empty Seat in Strasbourg

How would Europe look today without Albania?

Op/Ed: The Future of Europe – Assuming Responsibility with Courage

Fostering a thirst for knowledge: the key to building the world of tomorrow

A lost geopolitical case

Promoting women’s leadership and participation in the next political elections is key for Albania

THE UNITED STATES AND KOSOVA: FROM A SPECIAL TO A MORE COMPLEX RELATIONSHIP

Diplomatic Realities: Lessons for Kosovo from the UN Vote on Srebrenica

A wasted chance for internal party democracy

Balluku Charges Test PM Rama’s Power

Constitutional Court Overturns Dismissal: Veliaj Formally Reinstated as Tirana Mayor

SPAK Summons Deputy Prime Minister Balluku