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Albania Expands Defense Spending with Focus on Personnel and Infrastructure

Albania is increasing defense investment with a focus on military personnel, infrastructure, and modernization. The government plans a significant rise in armed forces salaries alongside long-term capability development aligned with NATO requirements.

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Rama Defends State-Owned Defense Firm, Signals Major Shift in Albania’s Military Industry

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has defended the state-owned company Kayo against corruption allegations, saying it was created to protect state interests. He also highlighted rising military pay, new NATO-linked capabilities, and a push to expand Albania’s domestic defense production.