Albania now hosts the working group meetings of the European Business Registers Association (EBRA) for the first time. In particular, the event brings together experts and leaders from across Europe.

Meanwhile, the meetings take place on March 24–25 in Tirana. The National Business Center (NBC) organizes the event.

Moreover, the event includes working groups on company law, open data, and beneficial ownership. Specifically, they address key issues such as transparency, digitalization, and interoperability of business registers across Europe.

The Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, highlighted Albania’s progress. First, she noted the shift to digital systems.

“Today, Albania offers a fully digital system for business registration and services. As a result, users submit applications online. At the same time, institutions run fast and standardized processes. Authorities complete registration within 24 hours. Consequently, this transformation increases efficiency and reduces costs for businesses. In addition, it strengthens trust in institutions.

Furthermore, we advance important legal reforms. We align our framework with the EU acquis. We improve rules on beneficial ownership. At the same time, we increase transparency and ensure access to accurate data.

Overall, results remain clear. International indexes rate Albania positively for administrative efficiency and ease of doing business. Therefore, the country ranks among the most advanced in the region,” said Ibrahimaj.

On the other hand, the General Director of NBC, Etugert Llazi, stressed the importance of the event.

“This meeting in Albania marks an important moment. Indeed, it reflects recognition of our progress in business registers. In particular, we focus on digitalization and data quality. As a result, we increase transparency and improve service efficiency,” said Llazi.

Looking ahead, he added that NBC will further modernize the legal framework. Specifically, it will align it with the EU acquis. At the same time, the institution will maintain open communication with businesses. Thus, it aims to improve services and reduce administrative burden.

Finally, discussions focus on advanced European developments. For example, topics include connection with the BRIS system, the European Business Wallet, and the “once-only” principle. In essence, this principle reduces bureaucracy for businesses.

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