Prime Minister Edi Rama announced today that the minimum wage will rise to 500 euros starting January 1, 2026.

In a video message, Rama said this increase will benefit 307,850 workers, who will receive the promised 500 euros. He emphasized that this is the first increase, but not the last. During this term, the minimum wage will eventually reach 700 euros.

Rama added, “As promised, the government will also subsidize private sector employers for nine months, covering an additional 90 million euros in insurance costs for their employees.”

He underlined, “This is exactly how I operate, and this is who we are. We say what we do, and we do what we say.”

Rama also reflected on the recent elections. “The 83 mandates you entrusted to us to govern Albania in our fourth term, and to represent the country equally at the European Union table, give us 83 more reasons to stay awake, work tirelessly, and return to you with all our passion, determination, patience, and love. Your extraordinary trust is a true privilege,” he said.