Socialists present 55 page governing program for fourth mandate
The Socialist Party has unveiled a 55 page governing program outlining its priorities for the fourth Rama administration. The program, which Prime Minister Edi Rama will present to parliament on Thursday, is built around three pillars: European Albania, Sustainable Economic Growth, and Wellbeing for All.
Why is this important: “European Albania” was Rama’s key campaign promise in the May 11 elections, which secured him a fourth term in power. The program sets a clear goal: closing EU accession negotiations by 2027 and achieving full membership by 2030.
Context: The first pillar — European Albania — includes targets on rule of law and anti-corruption. The government pledges to build a nationwide system for identifying, assessing, and minimizing corruption risks across public services, using artificial intelligence to strengthen oversight.
Justice reform remains central. Along with adopting new Civil and Penal Codes, the government plans adjustments to existing justice reform laws, aligning them with obligations under the EU accession negotiations.
Economically, the program pledges no tax increases while promising significant income growth:
- Average pensions to reach €400 by 2029 for full contributors, with minimum pensions at €200
- Minimum wage to reach €500 by 2026
- National average wage projected at €1,000 by 2030
In education, the government promises to raise the average teacher salary to €1,250 by 2029. Healthcare workers will see pay rises of up to 25% by the same year.
Infrastructure commitments are extensive:
- 700 km of new roads to be built in the next four years
- Completion and opening of the Vlora and Gjirokastër airports
- Major rail projects including Tirana–Durrës, Durrës–Rrogozhinë, Vorë–Hani i Hotit, and Durrës–Prishtinë
- Completion of Durrës tourist port and Porto Romano
For water supply, the government promises 24-hour water availability in all urban areas and 80% of rural areas by 2030 — a milestone goal that has been a recurring public demand.
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