This paper includes the general features and degree of integration of countries in the SEE region on the eve of the transition in 1989. It offers information regarding the most important political and economic events which have taken place in the SEE regionin in the 1990s, and the way they have affected trade relations among...
In this annual trade report, you will find an analysis of Albania’s foreign trade and economic integration with other markets. The report aims to provide a thorough study of trade flows, main categories and products traded, and the geography of Albanian trade. A particular attention is paid to potential and sensitive sectors, analysing in-depth developments...
This paper assesses the trade potentials with the other trading areas of Albania. It includes an overview on the Gravity Model. The paper provides data on the basis of which it is analyzed the Albania’s Foreign Trade through the Gravity Model approach. Download full document in English
This paper analyzes the Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe initiative, the promises it holds out and the problems it has encountered. It includes a brief historical and institutional background of the initiative, recalling the driving forces in integrating the Balkans, regionally and globally. Download full document in English
This paper analyzes various issues related to the population movement in the Western Balkan area as a factor that influence all aspects of regional integration including trade and direct foreign investments. The paper proposes to build on existing initiatives of the Stability Pact and the EU, as well as to develop a regional initiative to...
This paper includes an overview of the relations between Albania and European Union. It includes the process of negotiations between Albania and the EU for a Stabilization and Association Agreement and the Albanian institutional structure for European integration. Download full document in English
This article analyzes the competitiveness of the Albanian textile/ garment and leather/ shoes industries. The article contains an overview of these industries, providing data on production for Albania for the period 1999-2001. Also, there are analyzed the influencing factors, structure and rivalry in these branches of industry. Download full document in English Download full document...
This article includes an overview of the competitiveness environment in Albania. The article analyzes the factors that affect the competitive advantages in the country through relevant data, including demand as an important factor. Download full document in English Download full document in Albanian
This paper analyzes the situation of the agri-food section in Albania providing data in this aspect. It includes an overview of the alimentary and agricultural products in the trade exchange and the geographical distribution of exports and imports. It is also focused at the competitiveness level of the agri-food sector and offers some suggestions on...
This article presents the successful cases of organizing businesses through the cluster. It also introduces the cluster as a way to be comparable and competitive in global and regional markets. The article includes some examples of collaborations between firms and shows their benefits. Download full document (only in Albanian)