Form as a legal requirement for the validity of concluding the administrative contract of public procurement
The Administrative Chamber of the High Court, in Decision No. 00-2024-3798(396), dated 03.10.2024, emphasizes that, in accordance with Article 58 of Law No. 49/2012 “On Administrative Courts and the Adjudication of Administrative Disputes,” the decision of the Administrative Court of Appeal was made in violation of procedural norms. This decision was not based on a […]
New Law on Inspection: Transparency, efficiency and a new modern approach.
The new Inspection Law introduces a comprehensive reform in this field, aiming to enhance transparency, efficiency, and the rationalization of public resources. One of the key changes is the consolidation of inspectorates to avoid overlapping functions and improve inter-institutional coordination. This will enable a more effective management of financial and human resources while improving the […]
WIPO report on the standardization system, enrichment, and economic analysis of industrial property and innovation data (Version 2.0)
The WIPO Report presents the updated version (2.0) of the WIPO system for the standardization, enrichment, and analysis of industrial property (IP) and innovation data. This system is designed to support policymakers, researchers, and businesses in developing data-driven IP policies and improving decision-making processes. Key Issues: Enhanced Data Standardization: The system introduces new methods for […]
Law No. 124/2024 “On the Protection of Personal Data”
Law No. 124/2024 “On the Protection of Personal Data” was promulgated by decree of the President of the Republic of Albania on January 15, 2025, and was published in the Official Gazette. This law sets out the rules for the processing and protection of personal data in Albania and is harmonized with the European Union’s […]
Amendaments and Additions to General Instruction No. 26, dated 08.09.2023″On Income Tax”
The new Instruction on Income Tax introduces changes in the treatment of payments for intangible assets, which are now classified as “royalties” and are subject to withholding tax. The term “royalties” includes: Copyrights on literary, artistic and scientific works; Patents, trademarks, inventions, licenses and designs; Payments for the use of licensed software; Rights to broadcast […]
Give Value to Your Property, Register It.docx
“Give Value to Your Property, Register It!” One of the issues arising after the post-communist period was privatization and property rights, as private property was heavily contested, even prohibited by the Constitution at the time. Considering the transition through which private property passed, it is understood that some of them were returned to former owners […]
Tax Alert “Recent Amendments to the Law on Local Taxes, Value Added Tax, and Tax Procedures”.docx
Tax Alert “Recent Amendments to the Law on Local Taxes, Value Added Tax, and Tax Procedures” In Official Gazette No. 197, dated 12.11.2020, several amendments have been published within the legal framework of taxation, specifically: Amendment to Law No. 9632, dated 30.10.2006, “ON THE LOCAL TAX SYSTEM”. The first paragraph of Article 10 of the […]
If you have ever felt violated!”
“If you have ever felt violated!” Violence against women and girls is a widespread global social and health issue that transcends borders and occurs in all cultures and societies worldwide, including our own country. This phenomenon manifests in various forms and negatively impacts the physical, psychological, economic, and social integrity of the affected target groups. […]
ALBANIAN CITIZENSHIP
ALBANIAN CITIZENSHIP The Ministry of Internal Affairs has submitted for public consultation the draft law “On some additions and amendments to the law no. 113/2020, “On citizenship””. The public consultation is open until 28.04.2023 The amendments follow the ratification of the European Convention “On citizenship”, as well as a response to the issued identified in […]
TAX SYSTEM MINI ALARM
TAX SYSTEM MINI ALARM To inform you of the latest changes in legal and financial legislation, this mini tax alert prepared by “A.R.S Legal & Financial Services” provides you with valuable information on the most recent publications of Albanian legislation. In the Official Gazette No. 178, dated 09.10.2020, Normative Act No. 31, dated 07.10.2020, “On […]
