French President Emmanuel Macron declared in Tirana a statement that will remain long in the attention of the public and political elites:“I encourage you to invest in Albania, because you have strong leadership – and not only because he is...
Albania holds a potentially competitive position compared to its neighbors in several areas, yet it still faces numerous challenges that must be addressed to enhance its competitiveness at the regional and international levels.Despite efforts to improve its economic and political...
In its effort to build a strong and efficient tax administration, the government has taken several important steps, but there are still challenges that hinder progress. The implementation of fundamental principles of tax governance—such as equity, transparency, and efficiency—is essential,...
Albania's recent push to digitize its tax system through the fiscalization process marks a high-profile attempt to combat informality and modernize public finance. Framed as a cornerstone of the country’s EU alignment efforts, this reform promises greater transparency and tax...
The intensified campaign by the Albanian government against tax evasion in tourism, with a particular focus on wage evasion, appears as a maneuver synchronized with the electoral dynamics of 2025. This move, which ostensibly aims to strengthen fiscal discipline and...
The obstacles to wage formalization stem from multiple causes and involve various actors who influence Albania's economy and labor system. There is no single party solely responsible; instead, a combination of factors and actors contribute to the persistence of informality.1....
The Albania of values—one that embodies honesty, justice, solidarity, and culture—feels like a distant dream for many citizens today. Yet, this dream is not unattainable. Returning to a society where values form the foundation requires a deep transformation across three...
The government’s responsibility for delays in roadworks and the resulting losses for businesses is a critical issue that directly affects the economy and the social life of citizens.Public infrastructure is essential for national development. However, when projects are delayed due...
The analysis of the main problems inherited in Albania’s public finances before 2013 highlights a series of complex and intertwined challenges, which negatively impacted fiscal sustainability and the country's long-term economic development.The increase in public debt and the lack of...
Economic growth in Albania in 2025 could be driven by a combination of economic, institutional and strategic factors.From previous analyses, data intersections and developments we think that there are some of the main elements that could contribute:The first impact should...
