| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Communication |
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| Series Title | Memo |
| Series Details | MEMO/13/888 (16.10.13) |
| Publication Date | 16/10/2013 |
| Content Type | News, Overview |
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The Progress Report on Albania is part of the 2013 Enlargement Package adopted by the European Commission on 16 October 2013. The European Commission concluded that Albania made good progress on its path towards EU integration, notably by adopting measures identified as essential for granting candidate country status and by continuing to deliver reforms against the key priorities of the Commission's 2010 Opinion. Albania took initial steps towards improving the efficiency of investigations and prosecutions in the fight against organised crime and corruption. The 2013 parliamentary elections were conducted in an overall smooth and orderly manner. In view of this, the European Commission recommends that Albania be granted EU candidate status on the understanding that Albania continues to take action in the fight against organised crime and corruption. In order to be able to move to the next stage and open accession negotiations, Albania needs to meet further key priorities, with particular focus on administration reform, the rule of law and fundamental rights. Constructive and sustainable political dialogue will remain essential for a successful reform process. |
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| Source Link | http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-888_en.htm |
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| Subject Categories | Politics and International Relations |
| Countries / Regions | Albania, Europe |
