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Government earmarks 93.6 billion lek for education in 2027 budget

TIRANA, Nov. 1 /ATA/ – The government plans to allocate 93.6 billion leks to the country’s education under its 2027 state budget bill, an increase of 4.5 billion leks from current funding, with additional support planned for students and scientific research.

The investment will focus on improving school conditions and expanding opportunities for pupils and university students, the Agency for Media and Information (MIA) said on Sunday.

Key measures include an additional 1.1 billion leks for scholarships for students in need, 400 million leks for primary education infrastructure and 500 million leks for the “After School” programme, which will extend the school day until 5 p.m.

A further 100 million lek will be allocated to scientific research.

Through these investments, the government aims to provide greater support for families, improve learning conditions for children and expand opportunities for young people’s education and development.

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