The 2025 budgets for the Western Balkans are shaped by the need for fiscal consolidation, improving the efficiency of public spending and aligning with EU standards, with particular attention to the defense, infrastructure and energy sectors. These efforts aim to...
For Albania’s 2025 budget, the government plans to allocate 822.7 billion lek (approximately 8.2 billion euros), focusing on key areas such as health, infrastructure and education. Here is a breakdown by key institution.Ministry of Health. 80.7 billion lek (810 million...
In the Balkans, the assessment of the most balanced national budget for 2025 in terms of sustainability, equity and efficiency includes examining how effectively each government addresses key challenges such as social inclusion, environmental sustainability and economic growth.Based on recent...
Albania’s proposed 2025 budget outlines a strategy for economic growth of 3.9%, driven by sectors such as tourism, construction and infrastructure development. The government plans to raise 7.55 billion euros and spend 8.2 billion euros, focusing on investments in health,...
Strategic considerationsEquality: Ensuring that government spending benefits all segments of society, especially marginalized and disadvantaged groups.Sustainability: Focusing on long-term goals and the environmental, social and economic sustainability of investments.Efficiency: Ensuring that funds are used effectively, minimizing waste and maximizing value...
The still high level of public debt (June 2024 – 55.7%), together with the limited fiscal space[1] to address growing expenditure needs, such as the costly infrastructure and digital agenda, along with the need to meet social...
