AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCustoms & Trade: Albania collected 23.5 billion lek in customs revenue in July, up 223 million lek year-on-year, with fuel imports driving higher VAT and excise receipts and mining royalties also rising. Energy & Inflation: Fuel costs pushed inflation to 3.4%, while the euro slid to a new historic low around 93.07 lek, with seasonal tourism inflows cited as a factor. Transport & Aviation: Albcontrol reported record civil aviation traffic: about 242,000 flights processed in Jan–July (+11%), with staffing increased to keep the summer flow moving smoothly. Public Services & Costs: Bus operators warned they may cut services if the government delays fuel compensation approved for March–May, and they want the subsidy extended while prices stay high. Food Industry: Albania will halt Brazilian beef and poultry imports from Sept. 3 after an EU decision tied to veterinary drug concerns. Maritime Industry: SMM 2026 in Hamburg is expanding with 26 national pavilions, 11 new exhibiting countries, and more participation from Asia’s shipbuilding sector. Cybersecurity: A global index ranks Albania at the top for national cyber defences, scoring 98.33 in the National Cyber Security Index. Governance & Construction: Albania’s Police Oversight Agency opened criminal proceedings against four police officers over alleged failure to stop an unpermitted five-story building in Himara.
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