AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRenewables Push: Albania’s solar output now covers over 10% of electricity, letting the country sometimes skip parts of the Drin hydropower cascade; the energy ministry says 650 MW of solar is built and more solar and wind projects are in review. Anti-Corruption & Waste Contract: Tirana prosecutors charged 12 people and two companies over a €128m public-private waste deal, alleging fraud, money laundering, and shell-company invoicing tied to an incinerator/landfill project. Protests Turn Violent: Clashes outside Albania’s parliament left at least 18 protesters detained and nine police injured as demonstrators escalated action against the government and MPs. Agriculture Market Shield: A new bill would let the government buy farm products directly during crises and require fruit/veg traders to register and report prices in real time. EU Accession Pressure: MEPs warned Albania’s EU talks could be at risk over the €1.4bn Kushner-linked resort plan, as “Flamingo Revolution” unrest grows. Shipbuilding Skills Boost: Fincantieri signed training and education pacts with Albanian partners to relaunch and modernize Pashaliman shipyard via internships and shipbuilding modules. Monetary Policy: Albania’s central bank kept its key rate at 2.5% after second-quarter inflation rose, citing higher fuel and some food prices.
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