TIRANA, April 22 /ATA/ – The Ministry of Finance has successfully completed the accreditation package for the IPARD III, the European Union’s Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance, marking a key step toward accessing EU funds for agricultural and rural development.
Under the guidance of the National Authorising Officer (NAO) and with support from the relevant departments, including the NAO Support Directorate and the National Fund Directorate, the ministry prepared a comprehensive dossier in line with EU standards.
The submitted package includes a request for the delegation of budget implementation tasks, accompanied by detailed evidence of compliance with criteria set by the European Commission.
The submission represents a pivotal moment in preparations for activating IPARD III funds, planned for 2026. Next, the process will enter the evaluation phase by the European Commission’s DG AGRI, including detailed document review and possible on-site verifications, scheduled for the second quarter of this year.
The Ministry of Finance remains committed to meeting all EU standards and ensuring the effective absorption of IPARD III funds to enhance the competitiveness of Albania’s agricultural sector and support sustainable rural development.
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