Report TV – Gjipali maps Albania’s EU Path by 2030 on ‘Studio Live’ – a Positive Turn with Reforms Overdrive, 9 May 2024

EU Integration Expert, Gledis Gjipali, joined the discussion via Skype which shed light on Albania’s journey towards EU integration, focusing on transition and setting the milestone year of 2030 as a possible accession date. Drawing attention to Albania’s current situation in the Western Balkans, Gjipali highlighted the country’s progress in political and legal reforms, signalling a favourable momentum in its EU relations. However, he warned of the threat of a veto, an impending strike of Greece’s position. While clarifying the belief that Albania will be treated separately from Macedonia in the negotiation process, Gjipali stressed the importance of resolving individual veto concerns, recognizing the need for reasonable demands based on the merits of the integration process and tailored to the unique circumstances of each country. Gjipali reaffirmed the crucial role of reforms in Albania’s EU integration journey, indicating a commitment to increase efforts towards the 2030 target. He advocated active participation of various interest groups and stressed the need to increase productivity at all levels. In addition, he highlighted further inspections and audits, with continued monitoring of compliance and progress towards EU membership. He concludes that these measures will be accompanied by increased pressure and ongoing reporting on compliance with the standards and progress towards EU membership.

Report TV – Gjipali maps Albania’s EU Path by 2030 on ‘Studio Live’ – a Positive Turn with Reforms Overdrive, 9 May 2024