Western Balkans Economic Growth Projected to Moderately Accelerate in 2025

VIENNA, October 17, 2024 – Economic growth in the Western Balkans is projected to moderately accelerate through 2025, mainly driven by increased consumption and investment, helped by increased purchasing power, according to the Western Balkans Regular Economic Report released today by the World Bank. The World Bank forecasts that the collective economic growth of Albania, […]

Saudi Tourism Authority Unites Balkan Business Sectors in Albania to Showcase Umrah Services Through the Innovative ‘Nusuk’ Platform – Travel And Tour World

Home » Travel Events In Saudi Arabia » Saudi Tourism Authority Unites Balkan Business Sectors in Albania to Showcase Umrah Services Through the Innovative ‘Nusuk’ Platform Wednesday, October 30, 2024 The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) recently hosted an introductory roadshow in Tirana, Albania, promoting its comprehensive “Nusuk” platform to support Umrah travelers visiting Mecca and […]

As Talks Begin, EU Chides Albania’s ‘Limited Progress’ in Tackling Corruption

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto and European Enlargement Commissioner Oliver Varhelyi in Luxembourg, 15 October 2024. Photo: EPA-EFE/BOGLARKA BODNAR. The European Union said in its ‘negotiating position’ document as it started accession talks with Albania on Tuesday that Tirana must do more to fight corruption and ensure freedom of speech. […]