AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoKushner Resort Fallout: Albania’s PM Edi Rama doubled down on defending Jared Kushner-linked luxury plans, calling parts of the “Flamingo Revolution” protesters “fascist” and warning that road blockades and unrest are already hurting tourism with cancelled bookings. EU Oversight: EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said the European Commission has received Albania’s assurances that a full environmental impact assessment will be carried out and EU environmental standards respected for the €1.4bn Zvërnec/Sazan projects. Protests Expand: Demonstrations against the resort on protected coastal wetlands have stretched for weeks, with protesters demanding cancellations and Rama’s resignation. Demographics Shock: New INSTAT figures show Northern Albania’s population has fallen sharply over the past decade, with Shkodra down 25.6% (2016-2026) and Albania overall down 14.2%, while Tirana is the only region to grow. Crime & Justice: Prosecutor General Olsian Çela reported a rise in criminal proceedings in 2025 and highlighted increased land/property-related offenses, alongside continued money-laundering investigations and asset seizures. Public Health: Albania plans to set up a national cancer institute to coordinate care, research, and training nationwide.
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