AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAnti-government protests in Tirana: Thousands rallied in the capital for the “Flamingo Revolution,” demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation, with symbolic acts including a toppled Rama bust and a coffin carrying slogans. Police oversight: Albania’s ombudsman is reviewing complaints of excessive force after protest arrests, including checks at police facilities and the Trauma Hospital. Legal and political fallout: Police arrested 19 people after clashes outside Parliament, alleging attacks on officers and lawmakers; meanwhile, protest organizers moved to set up a National Citizens’ Assembly, but internal disputes are growing over transparency and representation. Zvërnec resort row: Rama defended the proposed tourism project near the protected Zvërnec Lagoon, saying no final plan is approved and environmental rules will be respected. EU funding and reforms: Albania expects 213.6 million euros under the EU Growth Plan after a mid-July report. Economy and prices: INSTAT data shows eggs and fruits drove strong price growth in 2025, while dairy remains costly. Security: A 70-year-old man was arrested in Kukës after police found 1,874 suspected cannabis plants.
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