AGP Executive Report
Last update: 39 minutes agoProtests in Tirana: Anti-government demonstrators kept up the pressure outside Prime Minister Edi Rama’s office for a 23rd straight day, with organizers publishing five main demands, including Rama’s resignation and a 12-month technical government. Coastal showdown: The “Flamingo Revolution” protests over a Kushner-linked luxury resort on the protected Vjosa-Narta/Sazan coast broadened into wider anger at alleged corruption and lack of transparency. EU integration signals: France’s Macron reaffirmed support for Albania’s EU path after meeting Rama in Paris, while Germany told reporters the protests are a domestic matter. Economy watch: The World Bank warned Albania’s growth may slow to 3.4% in 2026 as higher energy prices squeeze households and businesses. Central bank focus: Parliament urged the Bank of Albania to tighten supervision and prioritize the exchange rate, aligning more closely with EU rules. Agriculture support: More than 32,000 farmers have applied for €52m in 2026 agricultural schemes, with applications due June 26. Tax relief: Albania’s tax office cancelled €215m in old unpaid debts under an amnesty, benefiting 25,005 taxpayers. Public safety: Police are searching for a house-arrest suspect who crashed into five parked cars in Durrës during a pursuit.
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