SPAK Probe & Coastal Tourism Clash: Albania’s anti-corruption prosecutors (SPAK) opened an investigation into changes to the protected status and land ownership linked to Jared Kushner’s luxury resort plans near Zvërnec/Sazan, as protests keep escalating and Prime Minister Edi Rama insists the area will remain protected. Environmental Damage Claims: Critics say heavy machinery has been tearing up the Pishë Poro–Narta protected area without proper permits or an environmental impact assessment, with damage to dunes and habitats for endangered species. Security Crackdown: Police revoked licences of two private security firms after violence during the Zvërnec protest, while criminal and administrative cases continue. EU Funding Update: Albania received €76.2m in EU budget support under the Reform and Growth Facility, alongside €381m in grants for strategic projects. Business Confidence: The Bank of Albania reported a slight rise in May economic sentiment, led by construction and services, while trade weakened. Agriculture Cooperation: Albania and Israel signed an agreement to boost agriculture, food security, and innovation, including knowledge transfer and seasonal worker frameworks. Health/Industry Link: SK Bioscience won UNICEF flu vaccine supply for 2026, with Albania listed among Northern Hemisphere destinations.