Albania and Slovenia strengthened economic cooperation today at the Albania–Slovenia Business and Economic Forum in Tirana.

The two sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost bilateral cooperation and investment.

The Albanian Investment Development Agency (AIDA) organized the forum. SPIRIT Slovenia, the Institute for Strategic Solutions (ISR), and the Slovenian Embassy in Tirana co-hosted the event.

The forum focused on construction, information and communication technology (ICT), food and beverages, agricultural innovation, and tourism.

Organizers described the forum as a key platform for economic cooperation and new partnerships.

According to AIDA, the memorandum with SPIRIT Slovenia aims to strengthen cooperation. It promotes information exchange, joint activities, and increased investment in both countries.

Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Enkelejd Musabelliu addressed the forum. He invited Slovenian businesses to invest in Albania. He highlighted the country’s macroeconomic stability.

AIDA Executive Director Laura Saro presented Albania’s investment potential. She underlined AIDA’s role as a partner for investors throughout the process. She stressed digitalized procedures and continuous institutional support.

Slovenian Ambassador Jakob Štunf and Tine Kračun, CEO of the Institute for Strategic Solutions, emphasized the importance of the moment for bilateral economic relations.

Nataša Kos, representative of SPIRIT Slovenia, focused on the Slovenian economy, exports, and innovation.

The forum featured two panel discussions: “Stronger Together” and “When Markets Unite.” The panels explored how global challenges can turn into development opportunities, with a focus on finance, insurance, logistics, innovation, and artificial intelligence.

The event highlighted strong Albania–Slovenia economic ties and long-term investment opportunities.

Institutional representatives, business leaders, and investors from both countries attended the forum.

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