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WG for Chapter 24 – Cooperation Police–Media: Freedom of Speech and Public Security in the Process of European Integration, 10 June 2026

The Chapter 24 Roundtable – Justice, Freedom and Security, organized in cooperation with the State Police within the framework of the National Convention on European Integration on 10 June 2026, focused on cooperation between the State Police and the media, an area where human rights standards intersect with the requirements of public security, public order, […]

Working Group for Chapter 23 – Media Freedom and Anti-SLAPP Challenges: Towards a More Protective Justice System for the Media, 5 June 2026

This discussion roundtable for Chapter 23 – Judiciary and Fundamental Rights, organized by EMA in cooperation with the School of Magistrates, was dedicated to the protection of journalists and the role of justice institutions in ensuring a free and safe environment for the practice of journalism, with a particular focus on Strategic Lawsuits Against Public […]

Info Session – Assessment of Fundamental Legislative Updates in the Context of European Integration: Perspectives of Researchers and Civil Society, 4 June 2026

The European Movement in Albania (EMA) organized its latest information session, dedicated to presenting policy research developed in support of reforms related to the fundamental chapters of Albania’s EU accession negotiations. This session focused primarily on Chapter 5 – Public Procurement, one of the negotiation chapters currently at a decisive stage, where efforts are underway […]

Policy Brief – Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) – Challenges of Legislative Alignment, June 2026

This paper, authored by Dr. Aida Bushati for the European Movement in Albania (EMA), examines the phenomenon of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) and the challenges associated with aligning Albanian legislation with European standards in this field. It argues that SLAPPs pose a serious threat to freedom of expression, media pluralism, and civic participation, […]

Policy Brief – Equal Treatment and Non-Discrimination of Economic Operators, June 2026

This policy paper, authored by Ana Duraku for the European Movement in Albania (EMA), examines the principle of equal treatment and non-discrimination of economic operators in public procurement in Albania, providing an in-depth normative and jurisprudential analysis of the compatibility of the legal and practical framework with EU standards. The paper argues that although Albanian […]

Policy Brief – AI in Public Procurement in Albania, a roadmap for balanced innovation in public policy, May 2026

This paper, authored by Alba Brojka for the European Movement in Albania (EMA), examines the opportunities and risks associated with the adoption of artificial intelligence in public procurement in Albania, offering a roadmap for balanced and responsible innovation in public policy. It argues that while Albania has positioned itself as an early adopter of digital […]

ABC News / Ora News – Deliu: Implementation of reforms remains the cornerstone of integration; the EU is considering the admission of new members without veto rights, 26 May 2026

Nirvana Deliu, Project Director at the European Movement in Albania (EMA), described the eighth Albania–EU Intergovernmental Conference held on 26 May as a positive achievement during interviews with ABC News and Ora News. She emphasised that Chapters 23 and 24, covering human rights, judicial independence, and the fight against corruption, remain at the core of […]

A2 CNN – Gjipali: Albania has entered the most challenging phase of integration; the 2030 objective requires reform implementation and careful diplomacy, 26 May 2026

In an interview with A2 CNN, Gledis Gjipali, Executive Director of the European Movement in Albania (EMA), emphasised that Albania has now entered the most challenging and closely monitored phase of its EU accession process. He noted that Brussels’ focus has shifted from the adoption of legislation to the effective implementation of reforms, as also […]

RTSH – Deliu: Chapters 23 and 24 are a decisive condition for the accession process, 25 May 2026

Invited to a political debate on the Albanian Radio Television (RTSH), Nirvana Deliu, Project Director at the European Movement in Albania (EMA), highlighted the importance of the EU–Albania Intergovernmental Conference, scheduled to take place on 26 May. In her analysis, Deliu explained that the Albania–EU negotiations rely heavily on Chapters 23 and 24, which address […]

A2 CNN – Gjipali: Merz’s letter is a positive development, with a positive approach, 22 May 2026

In interview on A2 CNN, Gledis Gjipali, Executive Director of the European Movement in Albania (EMA), outlined the objective of closing 10 EU accession negotiation chapters by the end of 2026, stressing that this will necessarily require greater transparency and the involvement of the private sector. Keeping official negotiating positions confined within government offices and […]