Prime Minister of AlbaniaHead of governmentThe prime minister of Albania, officially the prime minister of the Republic of Albania, is the head of government of Albania. The office of the prime minister is a core institution in the politics of Albania formed after the Albanian declaration of independence on 28 November 1912. Since that time, the nation has navigated a dynamic political evolution spanning distinct periods, encompassing a monarchy, a communist regime and the eventual democratic order.
Freedom Party of AlbaniaThe Freedom Party (Albanian: Partia e Lirisë, PL), formerly known as the Socialist Movement for Integration (Albanian: Lëvizja Socialiste për Integrim, LSI), is a social democratic political party in Albania. The party was formed on 6 September 2004, when Ilir Meta defected from the Socialist Party of Albania (PS). A proposal to change its logo, name and other symbols was unanimously approved at the party's National Convention (Congress) on 25 July 2022.Deputy Prime Minister of Albania
Sali BerishaPersonal detailsBornSali Ram Berisha (1944-10-15) 15 October 1944Viçidol, Tropojë, German-occupied AlbaniaPartyDemocraticOther politicalaffiliationsParty of Labour (1968–1990)SpouseLiri Ramaj(m. 1971)Children2EducationUniversity of Tirana (MD)OccupationPoliticianCardiologistSignatureWebsitesali-berisha.comSali Ram Berisha (born 15 October 1944) is an Albanian politician and retired cardiologist who served as President of Albania from 1992 to 1997 and as the 32nd Prime Minister of Albania from 2005 to 2013.
Socialist Party of AlbaniaThe Socialist Party of Albania (Albanian: Partia Socialiste e Shqipërisë, PSSh), also known as simply the Socialist Party (Albanian: Partia Socialiste, PS), is a social-democraticcentre-leftpolitical party in Albania. It is the successor to the Party of Labour of Albania, which reconstituted itself under its current name on 13 June 1991 after the fall of communism in an effort to adapt to the new political landscape. It has been the country’s Governing Party since 2013.
President of AlbaniaThe president of Albania, officially the president of the Republic of Albania, is the head of state, commander-in-chief of the Albanian Armed Forces and the representative of the unity of the Albanian people.
Parliament of AlbaniaThe Parliament of Albania (Albanian: Kuvendi i Shqipërisë) or Kuvendi is the unicameral representative body of the citizens of the Republic of Albania; it is Albania's legislature. The Parliament is composed of no less than 140 members elected to a four-year term on the basis of direct, universal, periodic and equal suffrage by secret ballot. The Parliament is presided over by the Speaker, who is assisted by at least one deputy speaker.
Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (Albania)The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (Albanian: Ministria për Europën dhe Punët e Jashtme) is a department of the Albanian Government, in charge of diplomacy, foreign policy and the process of admission of Albania into the European Union. The ministry also provides support to Albanian citizens residing abroad. In September 2017, the ministry was restructured and it was merged with the Ministry of European Integration.
Speaker of the Parliament of AlbaniaThe speaker of the Parliament of Albania (Albanian: Kryetari i Kuvendit) is the presiding officer of the Parliament of Albania whose term coincides with the term of the Parliament and are elected by a vote during the opening session. The speaker takes over the functions of the office of president when the president is temporarily absent or unable to exercise the powers of the presidency.
KingmakerKingmaker is a term that usually refers to a person or group that has significant influence over who comes to power, but who is unable to take power directly. In the context of elective monarchy, the term is sometimes used to describe a member of the electoral college (like a prince-elector or the Holy Roman Empire).
Ministry of Economy and Innovation (Albania)The Ministry of Economy and Innovation (Albanian: Ministria e Ekonomisë dhe Inovacionit) is a department of the Albanian government responsible for Economy and innovation in Albania. The current minister is Delina Ibrahimaj, who is serving since September 2025. HistorySince the establishment of the institution, the Ministry of Economy has been reorganized by joining other departments or merging with other ministries, thus making its name change several times.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.