Key Competitive Attractions
Tirana is the most populous Albanian region, with a total of 800,347 residents (2009).
The city of Tirana is the hub of the region, and indeed the country, and is a major industrial and logistics hub. The Tirana regional economy has enjoyed significant growth in the last century, with well-developed sectors in agricultural products and machinery, food and drink production, clothing and textiles, pharmaceuticals, and metallurgy and metal products.
Tirana is home to the main cluster of important businesses and institutions in Albania:
- The Tirana Stock Exchange
- The University of Tirana
- Tirana Bank
- Agricultural University of Tirana
- University of New York Tirana
- Kristal University
- Marin Barleti University
- Marubi film school
- Skanderbeg Military University
- European University of Tirana
- Luarasi University
- Academy of Physical and Sports Education
RDA Tirana provides guidance, advice and a series of free services to local companies, such as consulting services, with particular attention to the development if SMEs in the region. Experts in various sectors are on hand to assist companies to solve various issues, including contractual disputes, taxes and customs.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
RDA Tirana’s Key Services Include:
- Consulting services
- Drafting business plans
- Fundraising
- Training programmes
- Capacity building for business associations
- Feasibility studies
- Comprehensive area information
