AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoConsular Digital Push: Albania’s Foreign Ministry says it will launch a Virtual Diplomatic Presence to deliver consular info and services online for Albanians abroad, including a 24/7 virtual assistant and QR codes for each service, building on 1.38 million consular services since 2017 and 203,000+ e-visa applications. Tirana Travel Boom: Tirana International Airport hit a record 1.7 million passengers in August, with the busiest day on Aug. 17 drawing 60,000+ travellers and 326 flights. Public Wi-Fi Rollout: Free public Wi-Fi is now available across all Albanian municipalities via the EU-backed WiFi4WB programme, covering squares, parks, libraries, schools and cultural sites. After-School Expansion: A new after-school programme will run in 408 schools from September, offering homework help and arts activities for grades 1–5, with parents applying through the national school platform. Wildfires & Quakes: Authorities reported 26 wildfires in 24 hours, with four still active, while a 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck southern Albania overnight with no reported damage. Local Politics Clash: The Prime Minister’s Office backed Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj in the City Hall dispute, saying he remains mayor under a Constitutional Court ruling even while he is detained. Crime & Safety: Police arrested an Italian man in Tirana after an alleged car theft and chase; in northern Albania, six family members were injured in a suspected gas cylinder explosion.
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