Albania’s Strategic Partnership with the EBRD: 986 million worth of loans and grants
Albania has significantly benefited from its long-standing relationship with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which has provided substantial financial support for the country’s development initiatives. As a...
Albania’s integration into SEPA: a new era for euro transactions
Albania is on the brink of a significant financial transformation as it prepares to join the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). This integration promises to streamline and enhance the efficiency...
Bulgaria and German Envoy Sarrazin react to North Macedonia’s proposal to redirect funds from Corridor 8 to Corridor 10
The government of Bulgaria has reacted to recent proposals by Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski to redirect funds from Corridor 8 to Corridor 10. The Bulgarian government asserts that Corridor...
Albanian local government employees to receive salary increase of 20 to 40%
Local government employees in Albania are set to see a significant increase in their salaries, with raises ranging from 20% to 40%. Why is this significant In addition to salary...
Chief Prosecutor of Vlora arrested in anti-corruption operation
Aurel Zarka, the Chief Prosecutor of Vlorë, has been arrested on an order from the Special Structure against Corruption and organized Crime (SPAK). Why is this important The arrest of...
Parliament to hold special session on Tuesday to approve government changes and new Speaker
The Albanian Parliament will convene on Tuesday for a special session to approve changes within the government and appoint the new Speaker of Parliament. Context The Socialist parliamentary group gathered...
Countries in the Western Balkans assessed along with EU member states on rule of law
The European Commission has released the 5th annual Rule of Law Report, assessing the situation across all Member States and, for the first time, four candidate countries from the Western...
Socialist Party Congress ignites spring election campaign
The Socialist Party of Albania held today its congress that marked the launch of its preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for next spring. Prime Minister Edi Rama made...
Albanian Deputy Prime Minister announces key infrastructure projects during Socialist Party Congress
Belinda Balluku, Albania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure, announced today that the International Airport of Vlorë will be completed by the end of this year, with the first...
Albanian State Minister highlights progress in digital services and anti-corruption efforts
Adea Pirdeni, Albania’s Minister of State for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption delivered a significant address at the Socialist Party Electoral Congress today, focusing on the remarkable advancements in Albania’s digital...