Migration agreement with Italy: the Albanian Parliament gives its final green light. Under the agreement, Albania will be able to accommodate around 3,000 people at a time in these centers, financed by Italy.
Expenses for the construction of the two centers and the infrastructure necessary for their operation, security and medical care for asylum seekers will be covered 100% by the Italian side. The camps will operate under Italian jurisdiction and are expected to open in spring 2024. Their cost is estimated between 650 and 750 million euros over five years.