Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj joined the Albania–Japan Business Forum 2025 in Tirana. The forum aims to strengthen economic ties and boost private-sector cooperation between the two countries.

Ibrahimaj highlighted the long and stable Albania–Japan partnership. She noted Japan’s continuous support through JICA projects in agriculture, infrastructure, environment, and health.

She said Albania is undergoing an important phase of development. Structural reforms, digital services, and an improved business climate are opening new investment opportunities.

The minister called this moment a strong chance to advance key sectors, especially energy and infrastructure. She also stressed the role of innovative technologies in transforming the economy.

Ibrahimaj underlined the value of such forums for building stronger links between Albanian and Japanese businesses.

“The Albanian government fully supports every initiative that brings Japanese investment, technology, and expertise to our country,” she said. “We stand ready to work with Japanese companies, identify joint projects, ease administrative procedures, provide institutional support, and create competitive conditions for long-term investment.”

She also pointed to the potential of Albania’s private sector, which she described as dynamic and supported by a skilled workforce.

Ibrahimaj shared key figures on investment flows. Japanese direct investment in Albania ranged between 0.11 and 0.3 million euros from 2019 to 2024. SEWS-CABIND Albania, part of Sumitomo Electric, remains the largest investor.

Albanian exports to Japan reached over 8.4 million dollars in 2024. Imports from Japan hit 41.9 million dollars.

The minister expressed confidence that the forum will deepen economic relations and create new opportunities for successful projects.

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