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Construction abuses and air pollution, a high price of uncontrolled “development”

The construction sector contributes up to 40% of global CO₂ emissions, but in Albania, the air pollution crisis has taken on tragic human dimensions, extending far beyond just the construction industry. According to data from the European Environment Agency (EEA) for...

Healthcare Expenditures in the Western Balkans: Focus on Albania and 2025 Outlook

Our summary analysis of healthcare expenditures in Albania and the Western Balkans shows that Albania spends €312.5 per capita, which is lower than most countries in the region. Kosovo, North Macedonia, Serbia, and especially Montenegro allocate larger budgets to the...

Education in Albania facing financial challenges: A discussion on investments and standards

Albania has made significant steps toward improving its education system, but it still faces major challenges in meeting the standards of European Union and regional countries. In 2024, the education budget represents only 2.6% of GDP, a figure that remains...

Is the government serious about tax reform?

The Albanian government has launched various efforts to address informality, particularly through digitalization measures such as the Fiscalization process. This strategy, launched in 2022, aims to reduce informal economic activities by requiring businesses to issue electronic invoices for all transactions....

Good budget for 2025?

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,...

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