AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 minutes agoProtests Turn Violent in Tirana: Albanians marked the 100th day of rallies against a Kushner- and Ivanka-linked luxury coastal development, with police blocking demonstrators from reaching Parliament and clashes reported after a plenary session. Courts Salaries Deadlock: Court presidents urged immediate unblocking of judges’ and judicial staff salaries, citing a binding Constitutional Court decision and warning that delays threaten judicial independence. Parliament Resumes EU Push: Albania’s new parliamentary session opened with leaders stressing EU membership as the top priority and aiming to conclude technical negotiations by 2030. Inflation Watch: INSTAT reported August inflation at 3.2%, driven mainly by transport, food, and housing-related costs. EU Ambassador Starts Work: Sofia Moreira de Sousa met PM Edi Rama, saying talks focused on Albania’s European future. Justice System Under Pressure: Albanian lawyers announced a boycott of substantive hearings at the Special Court over new rules restricting mobile phones, while media groups warn access is being tightened. Sanctions at Durres Port: Albania barred a tanker identified by Ukraine as linked to Russia’s “shadow fleet,” citing sanctions enforcement cooperation. Business Expansion: TGI Fridays signed a development deal with Devolli Group to open 10 restaurants across Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia.
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