Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke on the “FLASIM” podcast. He focused on the Albanian diaspora. First, he said the 4th Diaspora Summit marked a turning point. It strengthened ties between Albania and its diaspora.

Next, he noted strong diaspora participation in elections. He said this showed growing political engagement. Then, he stressed that the diaspora is no longer only migration. Instead, it actively drives Albania’s development.

Moreover, he said diaspora support goes beyond remittances. It now brings knowledge, skills, and global experience. In addition, he said Albania built a stronger connection with its diaspora. He called it a bridge for economy and knowledge.

After that, he highlighted economic growth. He said GDP rose from under €10 billion to about €27 billion. He set a target of €35 billion by the decade’s end.

Similarly, he reported income growth. He said GDP per capita increased from under €3,000 to over €11,000. He set a goal above €15,000.

Furthermore, he pointed to tourism expansion. He said arrivals grew from 2 million to 12 million visitors annually. Also, he noted rising foreign investment. It increased from €300–400 million to over €1.6 billion per year.

Finally, he said these figures show deep transformation. He concluded that Albania’s economy and global image have strengthened significantly, with the diaspora playing a central role.

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