January 29, 2026

Annual Wishes Event & Launch of the White Book 2025–2029

FIAA welcomed members, officials, and the diplomatic corps at its annual wishes event, using the occasion to present the White Book 2025–2029 — its flagship policy document with concrete recommendations for improving Albania’s investment climate and accelerating EU integration.

January 30, 2026

New Chairman of the Energy Industry Council Elected

The Energy Industry Council elected Mr. Ibrahim Halil Kılıç of AYEN Energy Trading as its new Chairman, succeeding Mr. Silvio Pedrazzi. His appointment comes as Albania advances its National Energy Strategy and aligns the Renewable Energy Law with EU standards.

February 25, 2026

Business Environment in Albania, From a Foreign Investor Perspective

FIAA joined the Albania–Canada ITS Market Overview Session with the Canadian Embassy in Tirana. Marinela Jazoj, Director of FIAA, shared insights on Albania’s business environment from a foreign investor’s perspective, highlighting opportunities, challenges, and FIAA’s role in supporting international investors. The online forum brought together stakeholders from Albania and across the globe, reinforcing FIAA’s commitment to promoting Albania as a competitive investment destination.

March 27, 2026

Third Renewable Energy Conference: Strategic Pathways to 2030

FIAA hosted the third edition of its flagship conference, “Renewable Energy in Albania: Strategic Pathways to 2030.” Five sessions addressed regulatory readiness, grid flexibility, market development, and CBAM implementation. High-level speakers included Minister Enea Karakaci, EU Delegation Head Ritva Heikkinen, and Energy Community Deputy Head Marie-Therese Richter-Kuhnert, all affirming Albania’s strong position in the Green Transition.

March 31, 2026

2026 General Assembly & Board Elections

At its Annual General Assembly, FIAA reflected on key achievements and elected its new Board. Balazs Revesz was reconfirmed as President. Sincere thanks go to outgoing members Sokol Elmazaj, Diego Pisa, and Philipp Koronowski. The new Board:

April 10, 2026

Energy Law Consultation

The draft law No. 43/2015 “On Power Sector” has been under consultation with stakeholders, with two roundtables held on 19 March and 8 April, organized by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy. Minister Enea Karakaçi participated in the second roundtable, underscoring the government’s commitment to inclusive reform dialogue.

April – May 2026

Ongoing Consultations within the European Partnership Platform

As a member of the Partnership Platform for European Integration (PPIE), FIAA participated in consultations coordinated by the Ministry of Economy and Innovation (Chapters 1, 6, 20) and the Ministry of Finance (Chapters 16, 32, 33) — covering areas from company law and taxation to financial control and free movement of goods. FIAA contributed recommendations on draft laws and regulatory changes, reinforcing the private sector’s voice in Albania’s EU integration process.

March 27, 2026

FIAA & HEPA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

FIAA President Balázs Révész and HEPA Director Dr. Aron Littvay-Kovacs signed a Memorandum of Understanding formalizing bilateral cooperation. The agreement covers best-practice exchanges, joint trade promotion events, and reciprocal business delegations between Albania and Hungary.

April 15, 2026

Presentation of Economic Monitor Albania

FIAA presented the latest findings of the German Economic Team (GET) at a roundtable attended by the World Bank, IMF, and UN. Key highlights: tourist arrivals reached ~11 million in 2025 (up from 5.2M in 2021), GDP growth hit 3.8%, and FDI stood at 6.0% of GDP. The Albanian lek appreciated 22% since 2021, keeping inflation at 2.6%. Participants called for stronger industrial investment strategies beyond tourism and real estate.

April 24, 2026

EU Reform Agenda & Private Sector Preparedness Roundtable

In cooperation with CDI, FIAA hosted a roundtable on Albania’s EU Reform Agenda, bringing together the Head of EU Cooperation, the Deputy Minister of Economy, and SASPAC. Albania’s EU Growth Plan includes 31 reforms, 19 of which directly affect the private sector. Despite 98% of foreign investors expressing interest in EU accession benefits, compliance obligations remain poorly understood. Key recommendations: clearer feedback mechanisms, standardized regulatory enforcement, and measurable VAT and SAF-T milestones.

Participating members: Ayen Energy Trading, ANTEA Cement, Deloitte, Intracom Telecom, One Albania, OTP Bank Albania, ProCredit Bank Albania, Statkraft, Voltalia, Vodafone.

One Albania / 4iG

4iG Reaffirms Long-Term Strategic Vision in Albania

Through One Albania, 4iG Nyrt. met with Prime Minister Edi Rama to reaffirm its long-term commitment as one of Albania’s leading investors, with a focus on elevating customer experience ahead of the summer tourism season.

Titan Albania

€4 Million Investment in New Tertiary Air Duct Project

Titan Albania launched a €4 million Tertiary Air Duct (TAD) project — its largest investment since 2010 — improving process efficiency, reducing CO₂ emissions, and supporting Albania’s EU accession commitments under the Joint Declaration signed at the EU–Western Balkans Investment Forum.

Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania

€20 Million EIB Agreement to Support Albanian SMEs

Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania secured a €20 million EIB agreement to support Albanian SMEs in innovation, digital transformation, and green transition — making Albania the first beneficiary of this regional EIB initiative.

Wolf Theiss

Wolf Theiss Advises Morgan Stanley on Albania’s First International Senior Unsecured Bond Issuance

Wolf Theiss acted as local counsel to Sole Bookrunner Morgan Stanley in connection with the EUR 150 million senior unsecured Eurobond offering by Banka Kombëtare Tregtare SHA. The issuance marks a landmark milestone — the first international senior unsecured bond issued by a private corporate issuer in Albania.

Vodafone Albania

FIAA’s Premier Member · www.vodafone.al

Cyber Solutions

A long-term cybersecurity partner delivering tailored solutions through security audits, compliance reviews, penetration testing, and staff training aligned with EU standards.

Cyber Morfosis

Founded in 2023, with offices in Albania and the Netherlands, specializing in information security, compliance, risk management, identity systems, and emerging technologies.

Engineering Albania

Part of Engineering Group — a leading digital transformation company with 14,000 employees and 80+ offices worldwide, combining expertise in Cloud, Cybersecurity, AI, and Data.

NOA Holding

Established in Albania and the Balkans, providing professional testing, inspection, and certification services guided by a vision of a safer and more sustainable future.

Novamat

Founded in 2008 in Tirana, supplying quality products and technical assistance to industries from household needs to large-scale power plants and refineries.

Manpower Albania

Part of the global Manpower network, bringing international HR expertise and workforce solutions to the Albanian market.

Rotte Albania

Combining advanced manufacturing with 30+ years of excellence, creating bespoke furniture and interior solutions for hospitality, institutional, and private sectors globally.

Saint-Gobain Albania

Established in 2016, bringing over 350 years of global expertise in building materials. Supplies Weber products for Albania and Kosovo with 27 solutions for comfort and energy efficiency.

SEKA Investment

Providing sustainable advisory services, expert team assembly, and global outreach initiatives rooted in transparency and shared values.

April 20, 2026

Investment Council Discusses Legal Certainty of Property Rights

The Investment Council held a meeting chaired by the Minister of Economy and Innovation, focusing on private sector challenges around access to cadastral data, digitalisation progress, and the completion of initial property registration nationwide. The meeting brought together IC members, public and private sector representatives, and international development partners.

April 29, 2026

Western Balkans Regular Economic Report — Issue No. 29

The World Bank Group launched its biannual Western Balkans Regular Economic Report (RER) at a dedicated event in Tirana, providing an assessment of recent economic developments and the medium-term outlook across the region.

Key highlights: combined GDP growth for Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia is forecast at 2.8% in 2026, slightly below earlier projections, with a modest pickup to 3.2% in 2027.

FIAA White Book Albania 2025–2029: Concise Integrated Summary

Improving Business Climate & EU Alignment through Structural Reforms