AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Rule of Law: The European Commission’s 2026 Rule of Law Report says Albania is making real progress, including finishing vetting of judges and prosecutors, while warning reforms are uneven and media freedom and journalist safety still face pressure. Justice & Anti-Corruption: Albania’s Justice Ministry argues the Commission’s assessments are objective, pointing to improvements in anti-corruption structures and judicial review mechanisms. Media Freedom Test: The same EU report flags ongoing threats, smear campaigns and SLAPPs against journalists, linking safety to media independence and access to information. EU Integration Watch: Albania is also moving through accession steps, with Brussels noting reforms across justice, corruption safeguards, media pluralism and checks and balances. Business Support: The government launched a €1bn package to help small firms grow, offering low-interest loans up to €2m and support teams to prepare investment plans. Transport Upgrade: Parliament advanced an EBRD-backed loan for electrifying the Tirana–Durrës railway and extending service to Rinas airport, targeting modern electric trains by end-2027. Crime & Courts: Albania’s Special Court of Appeal upheld a 28-year sentence in the killing of former police officer Santiago Malko. Tourism: Albania’s tourism rose 12.4% in May, with international arrivals up 12.7% and hotel stays increasing 8%.
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