Prime Minister Edi Rama, in the sixth episode of the podcast “Flasim – Zëdhënës malesh”, discussed the impact of the “Mountain Package.” He explained how this initiative will transform mountain areas through agrotourism and the revival of family properties.

Rama stressed that interest in the package is high. According to him, this happens because the plan offers residents of remote areas a real chance to invest in their inherited land and homes.

“We already have applications for the ‘Mountain Package.’ At its core, it gives people who have land or even a ruin the chance to invest, to light their grandfather’s fireplace again, and to begin a new life on their property,” the Prime Minister said.

He emphasized that the growth of agrotourism has already proven successful. Moreover, it has encouraged many young people to stay in their hometowns.

“If you stayed in your area, what would you do? Agriculture without infrastructure, without roads, without a market. This new agrotourism story has shown what a piece of your grandfather’s land can bring at the end of the month, even if it is high up in the mountains. With a good agrotourism project, neither emigration nor city work gives you the same benefit,” Rama noted.

The Prime Minister added that the “Mountain Package” provides concrete support for the first 500 applicants who receive permits. It also offers significant fiscal incentives.

“There is support for the first 500 people who get the permits: ten years with zero taxes. Only social and health insurance,” he declared.

According to Rama, this policy aims to create a sustainable model of economic and social development in mountain regions. Consequently, it transforms abandoned properties into new job opportunities and income sources for families and communities.

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