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Food prices keep inflation pressure high despite overall decline
Albania’s official inflation rate may be declining, but food prices continue to rise above average levels, keeping pressure on household budgets. According to the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), food inflation...
February sees 30% jump in hotel visitors, with strong growth in foreign tourism
Albania recorded a notable increase in both the number of hotel visitors and overnight stays in February 2025, compared to the same month a year earlier, according to the country’s...
Protesters in Pajovë village block road demanding urgent road safety measures after tragic death
One week after a tragic accident claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy in Pajovë, Peqin, hundreds of residents gathered to protest and demand immediate action from authorities. The child...
Albania’s economy grew by 4.06% in Q2 2024
Albania’s economy continued to expand in the second quarter of 2024, growing by 4.06% compared to the same period in 2023. This growth was driven by several key sectors, including...
2023 Census results published: Albania’s population at 2.4 million
The Albanian Institute of Statistics has released the 2023 Census results, revealing that Albania’s population currently stands at 2.4 million. Context The Census was a key requirement for opening negotiations...