TIRANA, July 1 – The Council of Ministers has decided to declare several areas in Mallakastër municipality as priority zones for mountain economic development. The decision forms part of the implementation of the law on the “Mountain Package”.

The measure aims to support economic, industrial and tourism development in mountainous areas. It also seeks to create conditions for sustainable investment in Mallakastër, Fier region.

The designated areas include 20 territorial units across villages such as Klos, Damës, Drizar, Lofkënd, Panahor, Ninësh, Anëbreg, Çorrush, Aranitas, Gjerbës, Belishova, Hekal, Selita, Kalenja, Kash and Lapulec. The areas range from 1 to 714 hectares according to the official map in the national cadastre system.

Meanwhile, the decision states that the exact boundaries and entry and exit points follow the official map attached to the government act. It confirms that the map forms an integral part of the decision.

In addition, the government will encourage economic, industrial and tourism activities within these zones. Authorities expect the policy to strengthen local potential and support mountain economy growth.

The Ministry of Economy and Innovation, the State Cadastre Agency and Mallakastër municipality will implement the decision. The act enters into force after publication in the Official Gazette.

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