Government Moves to Cancel Airport Deal, Wildfire Rages
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The Albanian government has initiated the process to cancel the concession contract for the Vlora Airport, a move that has prompted businessman and former Kosovan politician Behgjet Pacolli to threaten arbitration over the decision. This development marks a significant shift in a major infrastructure project in the country.
Meanwhile, a substantial wildfire in Rriban has escalated out of control, necessitating an urgent call for aerial intervention to combat the blaze. In other local news, residents of Divjakë are continuing their protests for the fifth consecutive day against a proposed municipal merger with Lushnjë.
Ongoing anti-government protests, now in their 67th day, continue to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Separately, the expansion of the Tirana-Durres highway has entered its third phase, with planned nighttime closures announced for August 6-7.