Albania

Albania is a Balkan country with a complex history, including a long period under communist rule led by Enver Hoxha. Recent news highlights several aspects of Albania's current situation. Albanians in the UK are reportedly facing scapegoating in media and politics, leading to discrimination. This has prompted criticism from the Albanian ambassador. Conversely, Albania is gaining popularity as a tourist destination, touted as a cheaper alternative to Croatia. Former New York City mayor Eric Adams recently obtained Albanian citizenship, showcasing a positive view of the country. The country's past and present are explored in literature by Lea Ypi, a political scientist who chronicled the fall of communism in Albania. Furthermore, Spain played a friendly match against Albania in Barcelona in 2022, marking the end of a long absence of Spain in Catalonia.