AGP Executive Report
Last update: 31 minutes agoEU-Western Balkans Push: Czech PM Andrej Babiš backs EU expansion to Western Balkans, saying Montenegro and Albania should join by 2028. Tourism Health Fees: Albania will charge foreign visitors set fees for treatment in the public health system this summer as peak-season demand rises. Tirana Air Links: Tirana International Airport adds direct flights to Zurich and Sofia (three times weekly each), cutting transit for tourists and travelers. Kanye West Funding Row: Albania defends a €4m state-backed subsidy for Kanye West’s Tirana concert, arguing it supports tourism and says “nothing illegal,” as protests continue. Albanian Riviera Spotlight: Dua Lipa-linked buzz keeps boosting demand for Ksamil and Dhermi, with Maldives-like beaches and rising visitor numbers. Cyber Attack on Tourism: Albania’s State Police chief warns of a suspected coordinated fake-review campaign targeting hotels and restaurants, with 10,000+ suspicious accounts under review. Zvërnec Resort Backlash: Protest symbolism grows around flamingos as demonstrations persist over the Kushner-linked luxury resort near Narta Lagoon, with environmental concerns front and center. Local Economy Shift: Farm support is cut by about €1.5m while the Albanian Development Fund gains €75m, including tourism-related projects. Travel Planning Tip: With EU entry-exit delays in the spotlight, one travel writer urges building in a bigger buffer before flights.
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