Experts warn current growth is unsustainable
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A new report from economic experts warns that Albania's current Gross Domestic Product growth is unsustainable, raising concerns for the national economy. This comes alongside a striking statistic revealing that 38% of Albanian families lack access to heating, marking the highest rate of energy poverty across Europe.
The government's proposed reforms to the Penal Procedure Code continue to draw criticism, with concerns that the draft could undermine the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) and potentially shield high-ranking officials. Adding to the debate, the head of a German Bundestag commission emphasized that politics should not interfere with SPAK's vital role in fighting corruption.
Meanwhile, political tensions persist, with questions raised regarding the leadership of both Parliament and Prime Minister Edi Rama, against a backdrop of 128 days of ongoing citizen protests.