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President Begaj marks 25th anniversary of 9/11: America’s spirit remains unbroken

Pandi Skaka — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:26:32 +0000

TIRANA, September 11 /ATA/ President Bajram Begaj marked the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 in the United States of America, remembering the 2,977 victims who lost their lives.

In a reaction on social networks, Begaj expressed his honor for the victims and solidarity with the families and relatives of the victims.

“A quarter-century later, September 11 remains etched in our collective memory. For America and its allies, it serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of hatred. In the years since, America has demonstrated its resilience, proving to the world that its spirit cannot be broken,” the president wrote.

The Head of State also reaffirmed Albania’s commitment to promote international cooperation and build a safer and more peaceful world for future generations. /gj.m/a.f/p.s./

Albania, a year-round destination – over 11 million foreigners by November

Pandi Skaka — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:30:02 +0000

TIRANA, December 23/ATA/ There is a growing trend of foreign tourist flows visiting Albania.

The report published by the Institute of National Statistics stated that over 11 million foreigners visited our country from January to November.

The figures show an increased interest of foreigners in visiting Albania even during the fall. Beyond the magic of the coast, history, culture, tradition, but also cuisine are other reasons why foreigners are choosing Albania during this period.

After Tirana, the most frequented areas by foreigners are Valbona, Razma, Voskopoja, Thethi, Lezha, Gjirokastra, Berat and many other destinations.

According to the INSTAT report on “Movements of Citizens”, during the month of November our country was visited by 604 thousand 332 foreigners.

In November last year, there were 547 221 foreigners.

According to the data, in November, 96% of foreign nationals entering Albania, or 10.5 million, were from the European region. Southern Europe accounted for 85% of foreign nationals entering the country, followed by Western Europe with 5%.

Around 97% of foreigners who entered the Albanian territory declared that they were for personal purposes, holidays and visits to relatives.

In November, this indicator marked a 9.3% increase, compared to November 2023.

There was also recorded a significant increase in the number of foreign nationals entering for business and professional purposes in November, with 89.4%./a.f/p.s./

Kosovo Security Force and U.S. Army units honour September 11 victims

Pandi Skaka — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 11:44:32 +0000

PRISTINA, September 11/ATA/ In honour of the victims of the September 11 terrorist attack in the USA, the Kosovo Security Force together with the U.S. Army units held a joint march.

Kosovo’s Defence Minister Armend Mehaj said that Kosovo will always share the pain and pride with the American army.

“The First Infantry Regiment of the Kosovo Security Force together with the 86th Infantry Brigade of the American Army in a joint march in remembrance and honour of the victims of September 11, 2001. With the American nation and army we will always share, pain and pride! Because, Together we are stronger! “, said Mehaj./p.s./