The Guideline for Monitoring and Analysis of the Functioning of Democratic Institutions is a practical and methodological tool aimed at strengthening the role of civil society and experts in Albania’s European integration process, specifically within Cluster 1 – Fundamentals. It provides a clear framework for monitoring reforms across three measurable areas: the electoral process (e.g. […]
Cluster V covers the areas of agriculture, natural resources and cohesion policies. This cluster holds particular importance, as it addresses sectors directly linked to economic development, food safety, and the reduction of regional disparities. Within this cluster, candidate countries commit to aligning their national legislation with the EU acquis, ensuring the harmonisation of agricultural policies […]
Cluster 4 – Green Agenda and Sustainable Connectivity, consists of 4 chapters and focuses mainly on building a sustainable and green economy, improving transport and energy infrastructure, and protecting the environment and climate in line with EU standards. Reforms in these areas are essential for Albania’s alignment with the EU acquis and to ensure that […]
Cluster 3 – Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth, consisting of eight chapters, primarily focuses on strengthening Albania’s economic and social development to ensure alignment with EU standards and best practices. To support this objective, Cluster 3 emphasizes reforms in areas such as such as taxation, employment, digital innovation, and consumer protection, which serve as key avenues […]
On the occasion of the European Political Community (EPC) Summit held in Tirana, Nirvana Deliu, expert at the European Movement in Albania (EMA), emphasized that Albania is the third non-EU country to host such a summit, underscoring the continued strategic importance of the Western Balkans for Europe. According to Deliu, bilateral meetings with heads of […]
Cluster 2 – Internal Market, consisting of 9 chapters, has the general purpose for candidate countries to align their legislation and institutions with EU standards to participate fully and competitively in its internal market. The chapters under the Internal Market Cluster should not be seen in isolation, as several have commonalities and so interact with […]
Cluster 6 covers several important aspects of foreign policy, including Albania’s alignment with EU policies on international relations, trade, and diplomatic affairs. As part of its EU accession process, Albania must ensure its foreign policy and practices align with the EU’s principles and strategies, including the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP). This includes […]
This book of recommendations provides a general overview of several key chapters of Cluster 1 – Fundamentals of EU acquis in the context of Albania’s negotiation process for EU membership, with the main focus on Chapter 5 – Public Procurement; Chapter 23 – Judiciary and Fundamental Rights; and Chapter 24 – Justice, Freedom, and Security. […]
Regarding international practices to ensure free and fair elections, Deliu emphasizes the recommendations provided by international organizations during their monitoring, such as the OSCE/ODIHR report and the reports of the European Commission. She notes that elections are a key focus as a very important element and as an area where there is still much to […]
Invited to MCN TV, Nirvana Deliu stated that the Second Intergovernmental Conference will be held on October 15, where there will be representatives from both sides, from Albania and the EU, both in a negotiating position, setting the tasks and responsibilities for the 5 chapters of Cluster I, as this conference will mark its official […]
