AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBanking & Cybersecurity: Albania’s central bank says nearly three in four banks reported digital service incidents or phishing/fraud attempts in 2025, with no cases of unauthorised system access or customer-data changes. Economy Watch: Finance Minister Petrit Malaj says the economy grew 3.7% in Q1 2026 and targets 4% growth by year-end, supported by services, investments, and rising employment. US Military Loan Clash: Opposition MPs ask the Constitutional Court to annul Albania’s €302m US military loan ratification, arguing lawmakers lacked full documents and proper time as the vote was fast-tracked and classified. Justice & Accountability: SPAK prosecutor Adnan Xholi becomes the first official candidate for Prosecutor General, while Ermal Beqiri has been arrested in France and extradition proceedings are underway. Environment & Protests: NGOs and scientists warn preliminary work for a Trump-linked luxury resort near Narta Lagoon already damaged turtle nesting sites and disrupted lagoon water flows, calling it an “absolute biodiversity massacre.” Tourism Rules: New coastal noise limits kick in for summer venues, with music capped at 65 decibels until 8pm and 45 decibels after, and music ending after midnight. Digital Transformation: A new regional push argues the private sector must help drive Western Balkans digital transformation and close gaps in turning tech into business value.
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