TIRANA, February 12 – Albania aims to create 1,600 startups by 2030. It also aims to double the existing ecosystem. The country targets 825 active startups.

The goal is part of the “Albania 2030” program. The program plans to increase funding for new enterprises. It supports businesses in the early stages, when they create their product or service. It also supports them in expansion stages. During this stage, startups aim to grow, enter new markets, and increase their customer base.

The program provides more investment opportunities from individual entrepreneurs and capital funds. It gives startups tools to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. It also helps them create jobs. The program contributes to Albania’s economic and innovative development.

According to the plan, the program expects more than 400 seed investment rounds. It also expects over 20 expansion rounds. Additional investments will come from individual entrepreneurs and venture capital funds.

The program also aims to make Albania a regional leader in startups in artificial intelligence. It strengthens the role of innovation and technology in the country’s economic development.

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