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On 7th November, the German Economic Team (GET), in collaboration with the Foreign Investors Association of Albania (FIAA), convened a roundtable to present and discuss the policy study titled “Defining Target Groups and Promotional Measures to Attract FDI to Albania.” The event brought together foreign investors operating in Albania, senior representatives from Albanian ministries, embassies, international donors, and institutional stakeholders.

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Business Environment in Albania Survey Findings 2025

Tirana, November 5^th, 2025: Today, FIAA presented findings of the 2025 FIAA Business Environment Survey Findings, which was conducted during August – October 2025 within FIAA members and foreign investors network in the country.

By the end of October, the EITI team during their regular visit in Tirana met with government, industry and civil society representatives as part of Albania’s ongoing Validation. Consultations focused on discussing progress on stakeholder engagement, outcomes and impact, and transparency and how EITI implementation can further align with Albania’s national priorities. Discussions also explored how available systematic disclosures can support EITI reporting.

“A New Investment Frontier” this is how was called the last two days’ EU–Western Balkans 6 Investment Forum organized by the European Commission in Tirana during 13 -14 October 2025.  FIAA was privileged to have been invited by the European Commission to have a close discussion with Mrs Outi Slotboom, Director Supply Chains and Business Analysis, DG GROW, European Commission.

The Foreign Investors Association of Albania (FIAA) marked the 25th anniversary of its founding with an exclusive Gala Event, a festive occasion that brought together leaders of nearly 100 member companies, foreign ambassadors accredited in Albania, senior representatives of the Albanian government, heads of business organizations, and many long-time friends of the Association.

The evening opened with warm greetings from Mr. Balazs Revesz, President of FIAA, who emphasized that while celebrating the Association’s history, the milestone also reflected Albania’s remarkable progress. Ms. Marinela Jazoj, FIAA’s Director, added a personal touch by sharing cherished memories from FIAA’s long and transformative journey.

FIAA proudly celebrates a monumental milestone – its 25th Anniversary, marking a quarter-century of excellence and achievements!

Thanks to the Founders, Members, Partners and Team, together for a quarter century have been built something truly special. Thank you all for contributing to this legacy.

In 25 years, FIAA has become a strong and Influential voice, representing foreign investment that has helped transform Albania’s economy. What truly defines these 25 years are the people, the dedication of the members, the partnerships built with the government and international institutions, and the lasting impact of every job created, every technology transferred, every barrier overcome.

Following the announcement for public consultation on the draft law “On some additions and amendments to Law no. 43/2015 “On the power sector,” published on 01 July, 2025, with a deadline of 29 July, 2025, the members of the FIAA’s Energy Industry Council were gathered virtually to address the main concerns and challenges of this Law impacting the power sector.

FIAA and the German Economic Team (GET) have partnered again for another Task, to conduct a joint analysis of the Albanian Business Environment during the Summer and Fall seasons.

Foreign Investors Association of Albania announces that it concluded a successful collaboration with the Embassy of Israel in Albania, which enabled the organization of a high-level conference on water and energy, with the distinguished participation of the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of Israel, Mr. Eli Cohen and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy of Albania, Mrs. Belinda Balluku, and many institutions and businesses from both Israel and Albania, operating in these sectors.

On 7 July, FIAA’s Director Marinela Jazoj met with Mr. Jean-Hippolyte Feildel, the new Financial Counselor for Western Balkans, representing the French Treasury in the region. Their discussion focused on Albania’s current economic landscape, business climate, and emerging opportunities for international investors in particular the French investors.