EU Delegation congratulates Edi Rama and new cabinet, urges continued reform efforts

The European Union Delegation in Albania officially congratulated Prime Minister Edi Rama and his new cabinet on taking office, emphasizing the importance of sustained reform efforts to advance the country’s EU accession process.

Why is this important: In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the EU Delegation highlighted that Albania has the potential to meet its ambitious goal of closing EU accession negotiations by the end of 2027, provided that reforms are implemented transparently and inclusively.

Context: “Congratulations to Prime Minister Edi Rama and all ministers on taking office. With sustained effort to adopt and implement the necessary reforms through transparent and inclusive processes, Albania can reach the ambitious goal of closing EU accession negotiations by the end of 2027,” the statement read.

The message underscores the EU’s continued support for Albania’s integration path, at a time when the government has announced key priorities, including justice reform, rule of law, and digitalization, as central pillars of its fourth mandate.

Next steps: With 24 out of 33 negotiating chapters already opened, Albania is focused on maintaining momentum in order to meet its EU integration targets. The EU’s call for “transparent and inclusive processes” signals the need for consensus across political and social actors as reforms deepen in the coming years.