AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoJudicial Transparency: The European Federation of Journalists says Albania’s Special Court anti-corruption rules threaten press freedom, warning of a planned ban on journalists using phones during hearings from Sept. 1, and says it will escalate to the Council of Europe. Wildfires & Heat: Albania is fighting fast-moving blazes in Mallakastër, with evacuations of about 15 families near Rriban and more crews plus a first firefighting aircraft deployed as Europe’s heatwave and drought worsen. Local Politics: Socialists have sent a territorial reform plan to mayors and councils, cutting municipalities from 61 to 46, with 60 days for consultations and protests reported in some areas. Security & Economy: Albania recorded 14.6 million cyberattack attempts in the first half of 2026, while the Bank of Albania projects inflation staying above target in the short term. Diplomacy: Albania declared two North Macedonian citizens persona non grata over alleged harmful activities. Energy: Albania and Germany signed €114m in energy and efficiency deals, including grid digitization and Vau i Dejës rehabilitation. Sports: Shamrock Rovers won 3-1 over Egnatia in the Europa League qualifier, setting up next week’s return in Albania.
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