US EditionAlbania’s premier reiterates his country's goal to be EU member by 2030
- Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama reaffirmed on May 16, 2025, his country's goal to join the European Union by 2030 following a landslide election victory.
- This ambition follows Albania's ongoing efforts to align policies and reforms with EU standards amid challenges including governance, judicial autonomy, and economic stability.
- EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen recently praised Albania's progress toward integration, emphasizing Albania's integral role in Europe and the Western Balkans.
- The Socialist Party won 52.15% of the May 11 vote, securing 83 of 140 parliamentary seats, while the Democratic Party, led by former PM Sali Berisha, obtained 34.26% and 50 seats.
- Albania's path to EU membership remains difficult, with experts noting that bipartisan political support and further reforms are needed to meet accession benchmarks by the targeted 2030 date.
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European Council president says Albania could join EU before 2030
Tirana – The Balkan country of Albania could become a member of the European Union before the end of the decade, European Council President António Costa said on Thursday. “If Albania continue to deliver at the same rate, it’s completely possible to join the European Union before 2030,” Costa said at a joint press conference with Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana. “But it all depends if you continue or not in the same path.” The country…
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