AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInflation Watch: Albania’s core inflation jumped to 3.54% in June, the highest since Oct 2023, as price pressure stayed broad beyond food and energy. Public Finance: Albania remains among the region’s most indebted, but debt has been falling—down to about 49% of GDP by end-June, with officials projecting a rise later in 2026. EU Rule-of-Law & Protests: Police used water cannons and tear gas against demonstrators near Parliament tied to the Kushner-linked Adriatic resort dispute; two protesters were arrested and dozens questioned after clashes left injuries on both sides. Local Politics: Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj asked an administrative court to cancel a prosecutor’s 2008 appointment tied to the SPAK case against him. Crime & Safety: A hostage siege in Roskovec ended with the suspect’s suicide after a former in-law was killed and the ex-fiancée was abducted; police are still investigating. Sports (Albania-linked): Kristian Prenga faces Anthony Joshua in Jeddah on Saturday, while Albania’s WAFCON squad and FIBA U18 EuroBasket Division C action continue. Business/Recognition: Credins Bank received Euromoney’s “Best Bank for Corporate Responsibility in Albania 2026” award.
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