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Corruption is costing Albania up to €1.1 billion annually, new ALTAX study reveals

A new dynamic model estimates annual economic and social losses of up to €1.1 billion ALTAX has published its latest research report titled “Cost of Corruption in Albania 2025 – A New Dynamic Model for Measuring Fiscal, Economic and Social...

06/05/2026NewsAlbanian economy, altax, corruption, economic growth, European Integration, fiscal losses, public procurement, public transparency0 CommentsRead more...

Is Albania really “first in the region” in public procurement?

When Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that Albania is “first in the Western Balkans” in the modernization and integrity of its public procurement system, this was not just a rhetorical flourish, but a claim supported by an important international document,...

12/12/2025Blogcorruption, digitalization, governance, integrity, Modernization, public procurement, SIGMA report, transparency0 CommentsRead more...

Delays in Infrastructure, hidden costs, and solutions for businesses

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...

22/02/2025Blogbusiness losses, compensation mechanisms, corruption, economic impact, Infrastructure delays, legal accountability, public procurement, road construction0 CommentsRead more...