Why is this important: A steady inflow of foreign workers is new for Albania and is reshaping parts of the labor market. Employers facing shortages—especially in construction and hospitality—are recruiting abroad, raising questions about skills, pay, housing, and integration, but also helping sustain growth in sectors struggling to hire.

Why is this important: The changes are meant to unlock credit for big projects without loosening risk controls. By tailoring capital conditions for this type of lending—while keeping the crisis reserve at 0.5%—authorities aim to balance economic development with a resilient banking system.

Why is this important: Tourism is a key pillar of Albania’s economy, and the latest figures suggest that years of public and private investment—in airports, roads, heritage sites, and service standards—are bearing fruit.

Why is this important: The money targets bottlenecks in Albania’s electricity system—digitizing high-voltage substations, reinforcing Tirana’s supply, and extending the life and efficiency of the Fierza hydropower plant. The upgrades are designed to cut losses, handle rising demand in the capital and lift renewable generation, while aligning with EU energy standards.

Why is this important: Inflation holding near 2.4%, similar to the EU average at peak tourist season, means prices are generally stable for household despite the summer rush.