Nation joins space race; economy struggles due to judicial/censorship.
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Albania has marked a significant milestone by officially joining global space exploration efforts through the signing of the NASA-led Artemis Accords. This move positions the country on the international space exploration map, signaling a new era for scientific and technological engagement.
Domestically, a new report paints a grim picture of economic hardship, indicating that most Albanian families are dedicating the majority of their budgets to basic necessities, highlighting a struggle for survival. Concurrently, the European Association of Judges has voiced concerns regarding Albania's failure to implement a Constitutional Court decision concerning the salaries of magistrates, adding to ongoing judicial system discussions.
Meanwhile, anti-government protests demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama continue, with the 112th such demonstration taking place amid tensions and police detentions. Digital censorship remains a prominent issue, with Albanian journalists alarmed by media page closures on Meta platforms and reports of dozens of protest activist profiles being removed from Instagram.