Why is this important: The 2025 budget highlights the government’s commitment to advancing EU integration and expanding international influence.

Why is this important: The debate underscores how international events can shape local dynamics. Rama’s established connections with Trump’s allies could mean he’s better positioned to develop a working relationship with the new U.S. administration. For Berisha however, the value may lie elsewhere: this rhetoric may give hope and mobilize his supporters that better days lie ahead. 

Why is this important: This shift marks a major change in the selection process for leadership roles within the State Police, promoting transparency and meritocracy. Previously, such positions were filled without a structured competition. This new practice follows the recent precedent of selecting the Director General of the State Police through a similar process, signaling a broader commitment to professionalizing the force.

Why is this important: The investigation raises crucial questions about the integrity and fairness of the arbitration process. The €100 million award had significant financial implications for Albania and was used politically to criticize Prime Minister Rama, with claims that he used the judiciary to attack dissenting voices. However, the new evidence suggests that Becchetti’s arbitration victory may have been the result of corrupt practices rather than a legitimate legal win.