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Albania's defense budget for 2026 has surpassed the NATO standard threshold of 2% of Gross Domestic Product. Prime Minister Rama stated that this increase reflects a proactive commitment to both international obligations and the development of a domestic defense industry.

The Defense Minister detailed the budget at a recent conference, highlighting it as the most significant investment in the defense sector in Albania's history. This budget marks the start of a strategic shift aimed at enhancing the country's military and industrial capabilities.