The Center for the Study of Democracy and Governance (CSDG) organised a roundtable discussion and presented its latest report on the performance of Albania’s specialised justice institutions, bringing together […]
and Accountability
to Delivering
on Fundamentals First,
through
the Establishment
of Cluster One EU Negotiations
Platform – Albania (C1-EU-NPA)
accession negotiations related to Cluster One chapters
(fundamentals first) through improved policy debate
and strengthened accountability and CSOs role in the process.
Public procurement
CHAPTER 5
The acquis on public procurement includes general principles of transparency, equal treatment, free competition and non-discrimination
Statistics
Chapter 18The acquis in the field of statistics requires the existence of a statistical infrastructure based on principles such as impartiality, reliability, transparency, confidentiality of individual data and dissemination of official statistics.
Judiciary and fundamental rights
Chapter 23
EU policies in the area of judiciary and fundamental rights aim to establish an independent and efficient judiciary as of paramount importance.
Justice, Freedom and Security
Chapter 24
EU policies aim to maintain and further develop the Union as an area of freedom, security and justice. On issues such as border control, visas, external migration, asylum, police cooperation, the fight against organised crime and against terrorism, cooperation in the field of drugs, customs cooperation and judicial cooperation in criminal and civil matters,
Financial control
Chapter 32The acquis under this chapter relates to the adoption internationally recognised frameworks and standards, as well as EU good practice, on public internal financial control (PIFC), based upon the principle of decentralised managerial accountability.
Criteria
- Economic criteria
- Functioning of democratic institutions
- Public administration reform
News and activities
Cluster One EU Negotiations Platform – Albania (C1-EU-NPA)
Roundtable Discussion_”Effects of the Judicial Map Reform on the Prosecution System in Albania”
Albanian Committee of Helsinki held a discussion table on the policy document analyzing the impact of the implementation of the new judicial map on the functioning of the general […]
Regional conference on good neighbourly relations and institutional performance in the EU integration process
The Kosovo Law Institute (KLI), in cooperation with the Center for the Study of Democracy and Governance (CSDG) and SCOOP Macedonia, organized a regional conference on good neighbourly relations […]
Roundtable discussion dedicated to the role of the administrative approach in combating organized crime in Albania
As part of the activities marking European Integration Month, CSDG – Qendra për Studimin e Demokracisë dhe Qeverisjes organized a roundtable discussion dedicated to the role of the administrative […]
Regional meeting dedicated to the following EU chapters
In Pristina, KLI, in cooperation with CSDG and SCOOP Macedonia, organized a regional meeting dedicated to the following EU chapters: • Chapter 23 – Judiciary and Fundamental Rights • […]
First meeting of the project “Regional Fundamentals Snapshot” – Advancing Cooperation on EU Cluster 1 in Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia
The first meeting of the project “Regional Fundamentals Snapshot” – Advancing Cooperation on EU Cluster 1 in Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia , supported by the Western Balkans Fund, […]
Activities
Cluster One EU Negotiations Platform – Albania (C1-EU-NPA)
Roundtable discussion and presented its latest report on the performance of Albania’s specialised justice institutions, bringing together representatives of justice institutions, Parliament, international partners, civil society, and leading experts
The Center for the Study of Democracy and Governance (CSDG) organised a roundtable discussion and presented its latest report on...
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Roundtable Discussion_”Effects of the Judicial Map Reform on the Prosecution System in Albania”
Albanian Committee of Helsinki held a discussion table on the policy document analyzing the impact of the implementation of the...
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Regional conference on good neighbourly relations and institutional performance in the EU integration process
The Kosovo Law Institute (KLI), in cooperation with the Center for the Study of Democracy and Governance (CSDG) and SCOOP...
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Roundtable discussion dedicated to the role of the administrative approach in combating organized crime in Albania
As part of the activities marking European Integration Month, CSDG - Qendra për Studimin e Demokracisë dhe Qeverisjes organized a...
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Regional meeting dedicated to the following EU chapters
In Pristina, KLI, in cooperation with CSDG and SCOOP Macedonia, organized a regional meeting dedicated to the following EU chapters:...
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First meeting of the project “Regional Fundamentals Snapshot” – Advancing Cooperation on EU Cluster 1 in Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia
The first meeting of the project “Regional Fundamentals Snapshot” – Advancing Cooperation on EU Cluster 1 in Albania, Kosovo, and...
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Roundtable presenting a structured assessment of the functioning of the High Prosecutorial Council
Within the framework of the European Integration Month, which for the fifth consecutive year serves as a platform for reflection...
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Key Themes in Albania’s Public and Political Discourse: Electoral Standards and EU Membership
In Albania, the dominant themes in public and political discourse are electoral standards and European Union (EU) accession. In a...
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The 10th Annual Roundtable on Gender Issues – A Crucial Step Towards EU Integration
In the framework of Civic Engagement for EU integration in cooperation with University of Elbasan “Aleksandër Xhuvani” was organized the...
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Discussion Roundtable to consult on the findings and several recommendations addressed through the Position Paper “The Vetting Process and Its Consequences Towards an Independent, Professional, and Accountable Judiciary in Albania.”
The Albanian Helsinki Committee (KShH) held a Discussion Roundtable to consult on the findings and several recommendations addressed through the...
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Strengthening Dialogue for Journalist Safety: Workshop with Prosecutors and Journalists
The investigation of cases against journalists and media workers remains an important issue in Albania, key to fostering a safe...
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Round table on the standards and challenges of integrity in the upcoming electoral process, with a focus on electoral crimes, financial transparency, and the misuse of state resources
A constructive, inclusive, and timely debate on the standards and challenges of integrity in the upcoming electoral process, with a...
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Workshop on Reporting the European Union Accession Process – Analysis of Challenges and Perspectives for RTSH Journalists
On February 13, 2025, the first workshop on professional and accurate reporting of Albania’s EU accession negotiations was held at...
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Roundtable Discussion on “Standards for Implementing the Public Consultation Process in Albania: Findings and Recommendations.”
The Institute of Political Studies (ISP) held a Roundtable Discussion on "Standards for Implementing the Public Consultation Process in Albania:...
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Roundtable on the Role of the Reform Commission for EU Integration
On November 8, 2024, the Center for the Study of Governance and Democracy organized a roundtable discussion at Hotel Rogner,...
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Roundtable to consult on the findings and recommendations outlined in its Position Paper regarding the contributions and challenges of Civil Society in Albania
On October 24th, the Albanian Helsinki Committee (AHC) held a Discussion Roundtable to consult on the findings and recommendations outlined...
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Roundtable on aligning Albania’s legal framework with the EU’s Anti-SLAPP Directive and the Council of Europe’s recommendations
SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) pose a serious threat to media freedom and democratic engagement in Albania. Journalists and...
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Roundtable “Standards of Representation: Inclusion of People with Special Needs in Elections and Political Life.”
The Constitution of the Republic of Albania, along with national legislation and international commitments, obligates the Albanian state to uphold...
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4th evaluation report on the activity of the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) and the Special Courts against Corruption and Organized Crime
CSDG - The Center for the Study of Democracy and Governance presented today the 4th evaluation report on the activity of...
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Discussion table “Evaluation of the Performance Evaluation System of Prosecutors in Albania: Problems and Recommendations”
Today we hold a discussion table “Evaluation of the Performance Evaluation System of Prosecutors in Albania: Problems and Recommendations” where...
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Aims and activities
THE GENERAL OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT IS TO SUPPORT ALBANIA’S EU ACCESSION NEGOTIATIONS RELATED TO CLUSTER ONE CHAPTERS (FUNDAMENTALS FIRST) THROUGH IMPROVED POLICY DEBATE AND STRENGTHENED ACCOUNTABILITY AND CSOS ROLE IN THE PROCESS.
The specific objectives of the project are to:
- Support the public institutions engaged in the Cluster One EU negotiations through provision of policy expertise
- Strengthen accountability and responsiveness of the public institutions engaged in the EU negotiation process to deliver on the fundamentals first and the overall pace of
- Strengthen knowledge and involvement of the professional community, relevant stakeholders and the public on processes and outcomes pertaining to Cluster One EU
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Strengthen the overall role and visibility of Albanian CSOs in EU negotiation
Activities and Outputs
28 publications
28 publications (policy papers, policy briefs, discussion papers, position papers) that will cover relevant topics related to the negotiation process included in the Cluster One and developments in EU integration agenda of the
6 joint meetings
6 joint meetings between C1-EU-NPA and the government institutions involved in the negotiation process, including the
6 public discussion tables
6 public discussion tables on topics relevant to the Cluster One negotiation process that will be identified through the research and coordination and
10 press conferences
10 press conferences to communicate with the media on issues related to the Cluster One negotiation
3 conferences (1 each year)
3 conferences (1 each year) with the participation of the relevant stakeholders
Establishment of dedicated web based communication channels
Establishment of dedicated web based communication channels for the dissemination of project activities and
Regular dissemination through social media
Regular dissemination through social media of information on project activities and results or/and issues of
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- Robert Schuman
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Target group
- Public institutions involved in the overall EU negotiation process and in the negotiations of the Cluster 1 Chapters
- Research community and academia
- Civil society organisations
- Media
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