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On International Translation Day, National Library stages exhibition dedicated to renowned translator Petro Zheji

Pandi Skaka — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:16:45 +0000

TIRANA, September 30 /ATA/ In context of the International Translation Day, the National Library staged today a retrospective exhibition dedicated to the distinguished translator, the late Petro Zheji.

The exhibition also coincides with the tenth anniversary of his death.

The retrospective exhibition opened at the “Sotir Kolea” Center has on display the most important translations, thus bringing to the limelight his entire philological contribution.

The renowned translator and linguist Petro Zheji passed away in 2015, at the age of 85. He was distinguished from a young age for a rare talent in mastering foreign languages.

Zheji mastered ten foreign languages and was fluent in Italian, French, Spanish, English, German, Russian, Hebrew, ancient Greek, Latin and ancient Sanskrit. /r.e//a.f/p.s./

President Begaj and Speaker Spiropali express condolences over death of journalist Artur Zheji

Urim Shera — Sat, 23 Aug 2025 19:16:54 +0000

TIRANA, Aug 23 /ATA/ – Albanian President Bajram Begaj and Parliament Speaker Elisa Spiropali have expressed condolences over the passing of renowned journalist and publicist Artur Zheji, who died Saturday at the age of 64.

“My heartfelt condolences to his family and to the media community for the sudden loss of Artur Zheji, one of the most active, engaged and thoughtful voices contributing to public debate in Albania,” Begaj wrote on social media.

Parliament Speaker Spiropali described his death as “a sad loss,” saying: “Artur Zheji was a distinctive voice and a gifted pen who will be deeply missed by the Albanian public. Rest in peace, Artur.”

Zheji, son of distinguished scholar Petro Zheji and celebrated actress Besa Imami, was a veteran journalist, commentator and television host, widely known not only for his media work but also for his rich cultural heritage.

With a career spanning decades, Zheji was widely regarded as one of Albania’s leading voices in journalism, political analysis and public debate. He held senior positions at several media outlets, including Radio Television of Albania and ATA, and in recent years hosted the political talk show 360 Gradë on a private TV Channel.

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PM Rama pays tribute to late journalist Artur Zheji

Urim Shera — Sat, 23 Aug 2025 18:17:59 +0000

TIRANA, Aug 23 /ATA/ – Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has expressed his condolences following the death of prominent journalist and publicist Artur Zheji on Saturday at the age of 64 while on holiday in the southern coastal town of Saranda.

“Farewell, old friend – may you find peace beyond,” Rama wrote in a message posted on social media.

Zheji, a longtime figure in Albania’s media landscape, worked as a television host, editorial writer and political commentator.

He headed several print and broadcast outlets, including the national broadcaster RTSH and the Albanian Telegraphic Agency (ATA), and was widely regarded as a key voice in shaping public debate.

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US does not support any particular candidate or party but right of citizens to express will through vote

Atila Kota — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:17:43 +0000

TIRANA, April 14 /ATA/- The US Ambassador to Albania Yuri Kim reacted today to the comment of the analyst Artur Zheji regarding her statements given in a television interview the night before.

“This is not what I said or meant. Here’s what I said: US does not support any particular candidate or party. US supports the right of citizens to express their will through their vote. US warns those denying this right by buying votes or intimidating voters,” the US Ambassador Kim said. //a.i/