The transitional re-evaluation of judges and prosecutors in Albania, part of the Justice Reform, is approaching its conclusion, with less than eight months until the deadline in June 2026.
During a visit to the Special Appeals Court (KPA), European Union Ambassador Silvio Gonzato highlighted the necessity of completing all vetting activities before the constitutional mandate expires in June 2026, during his meeting with chairman Sokol Çomo.
The EU delegation’s office in Tirana reiterated on social media that “vetting is the cornerstone of the justice reform, and its completion is crucial for Albania’s EU membership process.”
They also expressed strong support for the vetting process and the International Monitoring Operation (ONM), condemning recent unjustified attacks and misinformation against the ONM and its observers as unacceptable attempts to undermine trust in both the justice system and the reform efforts.
Vetting has been a fundamental element of Albania’s justice reform. While the Independent Qualification Commission has wrapped up its first-level re-evaluation, the process is expected to finalize at the Special Appeals Court by June 2026.
Authorities noted that constitutional institutions responsible for the vetting, including KLGJ, KLP, and ILD, will continue to uphold the same standards essential for maintaining the integrity of the justice system.
International reports highlight vetting and Justice Reform as crucial to advancing Albania’s European aspirations, alongside the recognized achievements of the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK).
Albania has successfully opened five out of six negotiation chapters, aiming to open the final chapter this year and close all by 2027. (November 7)
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