TIRANA, November 12 – Justice Minister Besfort Lamallari presented the 2026 draft budget for the Ministry of Justice to the Parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs and Public Administration.

The ministry’s budget totals 14.96 billion Lekë. Of this, 8.38 billion Lekë will cover salaries and social security. Another 2.6 billion Lekë is allocated for goods and services. Transfers receive 2.7 billion Lekë. The remaining 1.28 billion Lekë will fund expenses and investments.

Lamallari said the budget fully addresses the ministry’s needs. He explained that the main priorities focus on the prison system. The ministry will fund reconstruction and construction of prison buildings. These projects aim to meet international standards for inmate treatment.

The budget also supports judicial enforcement and free legal aid. Lamallari noted that about 5,000 citizens are expected to benefit from this program. In addition, the budget strengthens forensic medicine services, covering more citizens’ needs.

Lamallari highlighted a major new project: the construction of the Institute for Minors in Conflict with the Law. He said this institute will be built for the first time. It will serve as a model in the region and provide specialized care for minors in conflict with the law.

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