TIRANA, April 23/ATA/ During the ceremony of launching the innovative program “NomadTech”, there was announced opening of the call for applications for new grants dedicated to Albanian startups, through the official platform www.nomadtech.al.
This new program is laying the foundations of a cooperation model in Albania, where the government creates the climate and trust for development, while the private sector contributes financially to support innovation and entrepreneurship.
In this context, for the first time in the country, the corporations are directly engaged in financing startups, contributing 1 million Euros to the 6 million Euros of public funds allocated for 2024.
Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Business Climate Delina Ibrahimaj, present at the ceremony, highlighted the significance of this partnership as an important step towards building a sustainable innovation ecosystem in Albania.
“With “NomadTech, we are creating a fresh ground for the startups that seek to grow, innovate and compete in international markets. This is an invitation to all Albanian youth, professionals and innovators to build the future from here, from Albania,” the minister said.
NOMAD TECH is a visionary initiative implemented by the LIBURNETIK Organization, with the aim of positioning Albania among the leading countries in the region in the fields of innovation, advanced technology, research, development and digital transformation.
Relying on the experience of LIBURNETIK and a group of well-known experts in the field of workforce training and startup development, NOMAD TECH aims to provide financial support, mentoring and capacity-building programs.
The main objectives are to empower young professionals, accelerate economic growth, create an ecosystem for startups and support initiatives related to economic growth, education and innovation.
Minister of Economy, Culture and Innovation Blendi Gonxhja was also present at opening ceremony of the call. /j.p/p.s./
