Albania is set to increase public investments to a record €2.2 billion over the next two years, focusing on infrastructure projects. The government will allocate €1.1 billion annually from domestic funds, primarily sourced from taxes and duties.
The investment plan prioritizes major projects, including the Tirana-Durrës highway, the North-South Corridor, Corridor 8, and the new Porto Romano Port. Between 2025 and 2028, total public investments will reach €6.7 billion, a significant sum for a country of Albania’s size.
Despite previous spending of €4.8 billion from 2021 to 2024, Albania still has one of the largest infrastructure gaps in the Balkans, according to OECD data. Challenges such as bureaucratic delays, lack of transparency, and inefficient project management have slowed progress and increased costs.
The IMF projects that public spending will rise further after 2026, particularly in pensions and healthcare, driven by an aging population. The organization recommends stronger tax collection and pension reforms to ensure financial sustainability.
Albania’s investment strategy is ambitious—its success will depend on efficient project execution and fiscal discipline.
