“Freedom Works”, the title of the meeting with Albanian nationals in the USA, will be held on Sunday, September 6, at 11:00.

According to the announcement published by Berisha, the activity will take place at the address 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631.

The press office of the Democratic Party reported that this meeting is expected to be another moment of direct communication of Berisha with the Albanian diaspora in the USA, focusing on the relationship with the Albanian community across the Atlantic and the political messages that will be conveyed during this activity. /m.q/a.f/p.s./

During the group stage, Albania played nine matches, finishing with 3 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw.

Genuine Cup 2026 gives these athletes an international platform to build friendships and prove that soccer unites people beyond any physical or mental challenge.

This initiative reflects the Albanian Football Association core mission of fostering an inclusive sport with equal access for all. By prioritizing social responsibility, the Albanian Football Association proves that soccer transcends scoreboards and breaks down every barrier.

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During this visit, he was honored at The American Dream at 250: Still Within Reach?” forum, hosted by the George Bush School of Government and Public Service and Texas A&M University.

In his speech at this forum, the head of state shared reflections on the history, democracy, leadership and influence of the United States, emphasizing that the American Dream is still well within reach.

Addressing the students, he introduced himself by sharing his story.

“As a doctor-turned-soldier, I became president of a state defined by five decades of ideological isolation,” he said.

Focusing on communist Albania, he emphasized the country’s extreme isolation.

“The regime built 750,000 concrete bunkers… to stop the influence of the world and to keep its citizens isolated,” Begaj said.

However, “The American Dream earned through desire, not granted by permission.”

President Begaj recalled the year 1991 when Albania collapsed communism and paved the way to democracy.

“Albanians did not take to the streets waving ideological flags. They came out demanding to be free,” he said.

The president emphasized in his speech that from the dawn of our democratic transition, Albania viewed the United States not merely as an abstract ideal, but as a tangible ally and a cornerstone of our strategic alignment.

He emphasized that the current challenges are crucial for democracies and that he is optimistic about the future.

“The answer is still yes. American Dream is still fundamentally reachable. And it is proof that freedom works,” Begaj said.

During his visit to the state of Texas, the President of the Republic was received by local authorities.

President Begaj was honored with the “Key to the City” of the Municipality of Conroe.

The Head of State also paid homage at the Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park, which also includes the names of Albanian-Americans serving in the US military.

In context of the visit, the president also paid tribute to former president George Bush at his gravesite. /m.q/j.p/p.s./

On the 27th anniversary of NATO’s military intervention in Kosovo, Begaj stressed that, “Albania is and will always be profoundly grateful to the United States and our NATO partners”.

“On this day 27 years ago, NATO intervened militarily against the oppressive regime of Milosevic – a campaign that ended successfully, bringing freedom to Kosovo and the peace that we enjoy throughout the region today,” said Begaj.

Today marks the 27th anniversary of the start of NATO’s Operation Allied Force, which targeted Serbian and Montenegrin military positions to halt violence in Kosovo.

Following NATO’s intervention, the establishment of international administration and peacekeeping forces marked a pivotal shift in Kosovo’s security and political landscape. /m.m/a.f/p.s./

In the “Weekly Reflections” feature of the “FLASIM” (Let’s Talk) podcast, Rama stated that Albania proudly sat at this international roundtable, while also confirming our country’s participation in the international stabilization force in Gaza.

The prime minister emphasized that the speech delivered on behalf of Albania also conveyed the national concern regarding the judicial process in The Hague against former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army, including former Kosovo president Hashim Thaçi.

Rama expressed his confidence that increased international awareness of this issue will affect the accountability of the judicial body.

The prime minister emphasized that the judicial body must choose between justice for Kosovo and, as he put it, “the shame of those who tarnish Kosovo”, between the innocence of the liberators and their persecution, as well as between the dignity of a court and its ultimate self-desecration. /gj.m/j.p/p.s./

The opposition representatives exchanged their views on the latest developments in Albania and the regression that the country is making in terms of democracy and human rights. They discussed during these two meetings on topics like the fight against corruption and organized crime, free elections and the democratic functioning of institutions.

The opposition MPs requested the support of the IRI and NDI for the opposition and democratic processes in Albania.

“The fight against corruption and organized crime, free elections and the democratic functioning of institutions are issues of common interest. Albania values ​​the partnership with the USA and its support in bringing European standards to governance. IRI and NDI have helped Albania make progress in international standards of good governance over the years and I am happy to hear that they will continue to contribute in this direction. On behalf of the opposition, we thank them for their cooperation so far and for all the support they have provided over the years,” wrote Bardhi in the social media. /m.q/r.e/a.f/p.s./

This cooperation extends to several key areas, including information technology, the insurance market, consumer protection, financial education and especially development of the capital market in Albania.

AMF CEO Adela Xhemali held a meeting with the OTA representatives Arthur Simonson and Ralph Scholtz.

According to the Authority, during the meeting there was discussed on the progress of the technical assistance and the further steps for the creation of a functional and sustainable capital market.

The project aims to expand the range of financial instruments, including the promotion of bond issuance, with the objective of creating new financing alternatives for the Albanian economy.

Xhemali appreciated the continued support of the experts of the US Department of the Treasury, emphasizing that this cooperation represents an important step towards strengthening confidence in the markets and expanding financing opportunities for the public and private sectors in Albania. /e.i/j.p/p.s./

Speaking during a visit to an Albanian Armed Forces base, where the first shipment of the systems was received, Defence Minister said an initial batch of Javelin launch systems and associated missiles has now been delivered.

He added that the shipment is part of a planned process, with a second phase of deliveries expected in 2026.

Vengu said the bilateral cooperation with the United States also covers Kosovo and is strategically important for regional security. The programme includes training of personnel and upgrades to infrastructure to support the deployment and operation of the systems.

He said the delivery fulfils a long-standing request that is now being implemented through the provision of modern, high-standard anti-tank equipment.

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The meeting took place on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly.

Spiropali underlined that, “Strengthening bilateral relations remains a key priority for the Government of Albania, as we continue to work together to promote economic cooperation.”

Among other things, Spiropali announced that during the meeting, there was reaffirmed Albania’s unwavering alliance with the United States as our main strategic objective. /m.m/r.e/a.f/p.s./

Melsi Qirici, director of the National Center for Children’s Culture, hailed the initiative in an online post, calling it “a new chapter in our national pride.”

The collaboration allowed Albanian children growing up thousands of kilometers from their homeland to experience performances in their mother tongue. The shows stirred emotions, resonated widely within the Albanian-American community, and attracted media attention.

The New York-based newspaper Dielli wrote: “The National Puppet Theatre performances in New York raise the curtain on the new school year and open the door to a promising partnership.”

The performances coincided with a historic moment for the community: the inclusion of the Albanian language in official communications at New York City public schools.

Boston’s Vatra newspaper described the event as “a rare and unforgettable occasion for Albanian children to watch artistic performances in their native language and connect more deeply with our culture.”

Qirici offered special praise to artists Klaudia Hila, Esmeralda Kame, and Ermonela Alikaj for representing Albanian theatre with dignity and passion on American stages.

“This is only the beginning of a new partnership between the Puppet Theatre and the Theatre of the Diaspora – a mission to bring our theatre wherever Albanian is spoken,” Qirici said.

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