Albanian Night Launch Event Celebrates Culture and Innovation

Where cultural heritage and business meet and where the past is revived to nourish the future – this is “Albanian Night”, a new space opened in Tirana.

The grand opening of Albanian Night marked a milestone in showcasing Albania’s vibrant traditions and entrepreneurial spirit. With over 500 artisans and 10,000 unique handmade products, the largest ethno-cultural center in the Balkans is now a place where culture and innovation thrive together!

Proud that the EU4Innovation Action with Germany & Sweden supported the successful launching of this new cultural hub that showcases authentic artisanal products, unique folklore, and the best traditions to Albanian and foreign visitors. While preserving the local identity, “Albanian Night” revitalizes and presents to a European market the wealth of Albanian creativity.

“EU accession is a win-win process. Albania will bring a lot to the European Union once it joins, including its unique culture. “Albanian Night” contributes is not only to preserving Albanian heritage and art, but to promoting a thriving cultural sector and providing the basis for a more diverse and inclusive society,” EU Ambassador, Silvio Gonzato.

H.E. Ambassador of Germany to Albania, Mr. Karlfried Bergner, highlighted the transformative journey of Albania’s innovation ecosystem since 2018, when Team Europe first teamed up with pooled resources of the Union, Germany and Sweden to build Albania’s innovation ecosystem through EU4Innovation together with the Government of Albania. He highlighted the cooperation between Albania and Germany with a focus on sustainable economic development, particularly through GIZ projects.

“Albanian Night not only celebrates Albania’s heritage but also reinforces our commitment to sustainable, green, and digital growth,” Ambassador of Germany to Albania, Mr. Karlfried Bergner.

This initiative, supported by EU4Innovation and Start-Up Albania, it’s a testament to the power of partnerships in fostering economic development and preserving traditions for future generations.

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