Why is this important: Strong growth at heritage sites diversifies tourism beyond the coast, extends the season, and spreads income to inland communities. It also strengthens the case for conservation and better visitor services at Albania’s most important monuments.

Why is this important: Fewer births mean fewer young people entering the workforce and a faster rise in the share of elderly citizens. Over time, that pressures schools, pensions and health services, and intensifies the need for policies that support families and improve childcare and housing.

Why is this important: Berlin’s message seeks to end the deadlock and move institutions forward. The Constitutional Court decision frames a time-bound path for forming the Assembly. Delays risk deepening the political blockade.

Why is this important: The finding underscores how Albanian-linked groups operate across continents, sourcing cocaine directly from producers, moving multi-ton consignments to Europe, and laundering proceeds through real estate investments in Albania and EU countries.

Why is this important: The action forms part of a nationwide drive—underway for nearly a month—to free public spaces. The campaign began in Theth, where more than ten unlicensed wooden cabins in the heart of the tourist village were cleared. The Prime Minister has said the crackdown on illegal construction and encroachment will remain constant throughout the new governing mandate.

Why is this important: Lower NPLs mean a healthier banking sector and stronger credit quality. A cleaner loan book reduces risk costs for banks and supports new lending to households and businesses.

Why is this important: According to SPAK’s official notice, the Elbasan-based group trafficked 28 tons of cocaine to Europe in two separate episodes, 17 tons of which were seized. Prosecutors Vladimir Mara and Altin Dumani describe the organization as among the most powerful, with the ability to influence cocaine prices in European markets.

Why is this important: The operation halted a major newsroom’s work and drew immediate reactions from media associations and the opposition, which framed it as a blow to press freedom. The government’s legal arm says the outlet has occupied state-owned property without a valid contract since 2022. While the authorities seem to have the law on their side and the owners of the media group had been notified of the obligation to vacate after having exhausted all legal avenues, the operation suffered from a lack of communication that made it appear as a massive attack on one of the country’s most important media groups.

Why is this important: The portal gives residents a direct, trackable way to report abuses in real time and pushes faster responses from institutions. It also widens the net beyond inspectorates, surfacing issues that would otherwise be missed.

Why is this important: European couples increasingly choose Albania over pricier Mediterranean locations thanks to lower costs, authentic settings and local cuisine. The trend brings higher-value visitors, longer stays and wider promotion of Albania’s image abroad.