In the context of Albania’s 2025 elections, transparency in the funding of new political parties is a key issue for building voter trust and gaining electoral support. Parties that fail to ensure an open and fair process for managing financial...
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 has received a pre-financing of €64.5 million under the European Union's Reform and Growth Facility, part of the EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. This mechanism aims to support the region in accelerating socio-economic convergence with the EU...
In Albania, customs reference prices play a significant role in determining the value of goods and in calculating taxes, including VAT and other import duties. This mechanism is important for tax collection and ensuring fair competition, but it also faces...
In Albania’s political landscape, voters often feel compelled to choose the “lesser evil” between the two traditional forces — the Socialist Party (SP) and the Democratic Party (DP). This has created a closed political environment where new alternatives struggle to...
When analyzing Albania's efforts to improve its tax system in 2025 and beyond, it is important to take into account successful experiences from both European countries and neighboring regions where similar tax reforms have been implemented. Albania is focused on improving...
The current two-pillar system is an outdated model. Pension System Reform in Albania: Steps toward a more secure future. the current two-pillar system is an outdated modelThe first pillar, which constitutes the core of the public pension system, is based...
In a period where Albanian society is undergoing a profound transformation in every aspect of life—from the economy to education and healthcare—there is a strong demand for change and renewal in Albanian politics. This demand has been reflected in the...
Albania's subsoil resources, including oil, natural gas, and minerals such as chromium, copper, and iron, have significant potential to contribute to economic development. However, these resources have failed to deliver the expected outcomes for the Albanian economy. This is due...
An analysis of the two poles of a phenomenon such as "seduction" and "corruption" in society, especially in countries like Albania and the Balkan region, is fundamental to understanding the roots and consequences of these phenomena. In an analysis
