Albania

thumbnailMinority communities in Montenegro, Kosovo build bridges
2013-06-15Kosovo and Montenegro are making efforts to improve the status of minorities.
thumbnailImam's comments on women spark criticism
2013-06-13A controversial statement is met with criticism from citizens and the Women's Caucus in the Kosovo assembly.
thumbnailCitizens speak out against religious extremism
2013-06-12Many, particularly believers in Muslim-majority countries, said authorities should act more vigorously.
thumbnailSkopje, Tirana increase focus on organised crime
2013-06-08A new contact centre for police in Macedonia and Albania will allow for better co-operation.
thumbnailRegion can solve differences through dialogue
2013-06-07The cancellation of the Southeast European Co-operation Process summit is seen as a roadblock in regional co-operation.
thumbnailRegional countries boost efforts on HCFC phase out
2013-06-06Under the Montreal Protocol, countries in the region need to achieve a reduction in the amount of HCFCs consumed by 2015.
thumbnailBalkan, Turkish militaries expand medical co-operation
2013-06-06Psychological support to soldiers and their families is just as important as field medicine, military experts said.
thumbnailGreece receives 1.7 billion euros from the IMF
2013-06-05The fund lauded the country's performance in meeting its committments. Also in business news: Montenegro expects the country to be visited by around 1.5 million tourists this summer.
thumbnailOSCE plays a major role in Balkan progress
2013-06-03There has been significant progress across the region, OSCE chief Lamberto Zannier said in an exclusive interview with SETimes.
thumbnailCustoms, police co-operation delivers results
2013-06-01Cross-border co-ordination between customs and law enforcement agencies is helping to reduce smuggling, human trafficking.
thumbnailEULEX probe sparks questions
2013-05-31EULEX prosecutors are currently investigating more than 100 war crimes charges
thumbnailExperts refute nationalist party in Albania
2013-05-29The new party is accused of damaging relations between Albania and EU and undermining minority rights.
thumbnailAlbania-Macedonia trade up by 15 percent
2013-05-29Businessmen discussed ways to increase co-operation between the two countries. Also in business news: China Glory International plans to invest 1.5 billion euros to build golf courses in Cyprus.
thumbnailCo-operation critical in fighting terrorism
2013-05-28Strong co-operation among nations is essential in the fight against terrorism, according to Balkan experts.
thumbnailWestern Balkans intensify military, intelligence co-operation
2013-05-27A recent conference highlights the need for regional countries to work together to address inter-ethnic conflicts, organised crime and terrorism.
thumbnailRomania's lifting visas for Kosovo could lead to recognition, analysts say
2013-05-27By lifting visa requirements for Kosovo citizens, Bucharest might be changing its position on Kosovo's independence, some say.
thumbnailRegional aviation agencies agree on joint services
2013-05-23Exchange of personnel, skills, and knowledge will lower costs in aviation companies.
thumbnailCroatia works to contain the Tiger mosquito
2013-05-22Specialists are urging Croatian authorities to strengthen measures against the Asian tiger mosquito.
thumbnailTurkey lifts customs restrictions for Bulgaria
2013-05-22The two-day strike by Bulgarian truck drivers at the border ended with the restrictions being lifted. Also in business news: Greece's economy is expected to register positive growth next year.
thumbnailPolitical dialogue, civil society programmes help overcome regional divisions
2013-05-20Ongoing efforts of political parties and NGOs help fuel peaceful transformation.

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Experts suggest ways to speed up war crimes casesExperts suggest ways to speed up war crimes cases

Additional local judges and prosecutors and better protections for witnesses are among key steps.

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The Islamic community of Kosovo is reviewing Imam Irfan Salihu's comments about women who have relationships before marriage. Do you agree with his criticism?

Yes, I agree with extremist Islamic interpretations
No, such comments promote violence against women, which is against Islam
I don't know.