AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRoad & Infrastructure: Albania’s Road Authority (ARRSH) has signed contracts for the first two phases of the Elbasan bypass, a key link between the Tirana–Elbasan highway and Corridor VIII, with works planned over 24 months and expected completion in July 2028 (about Lek 3.93bn excluding VAT across two phases). Climate & Forestry: A new national adaptation plan warns forest fires are a major climate risk, with fires plus other disasters driving over 90% of recorded damage; projected losses could reach up to 7% of GDP by 2050, pushing reforestation and ecosystem restoration measures through 2026–2036. Tax & Digital Economy: Albania’s tax authority is stepping up enforcement on online trade and services, targeting non-registration, underreported sales, VAT avoidance, hidden workers/wages, and e-invoicing breaches to pull more activity into the formal economy. Trade & Industry: Exports rose 10.6% year-on-year in July to 33.7bn lek, led by construction materials, metals, energy and fuels, while textiles and footwear exports fell 13.8%. Energy Transition: Albania aims to reach 54.4% renewable energy in total energy use by 2030, above its 52% Energy Community target. Security & Public Order: RENEA special forces arrested wanted suspect Ylli Zalla in Krujë after months on the run, seizing a Kalashnikov and linking him to a 2025 Rinas shooting investigation.
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