In a video shared on social media, Tabaku strongly criticized the government’s economic model.

Tabaku stated in her weekly segment, ‘Today, 95% of citizens pay taxes but access fewer services, while a privileged minority benefits tax exemptions, concessions, and public contracts. This system needs to change.'”

She pointed out that Albania has the highest VAT rate in the region (20%), while neighbouring countries such as Serbia, North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Montenegro apply lower rates and exemptions for the majority of citizens, not just a government-connected minority.

Tabaku highlighted that the Albanian economy is steadily declining, with a minimum wage of just 2.27 euros per hour and a contraction in vital sectors like industry and agriculture.

Tabaku stated that the industrial sector contracted by 30% last year, while agricultural exports dropped by 28-29%. She described the economy as being in decline, highlighting that businesses are unable to invest and wages are not rising due to the government’s destruction of competition through high taxes and clientelist According to Tabaku, the Democratic Party has a clear plan to restore economic justice and put citizens and the majority at the center of development.

Tabaku mentioned that “The Democratic Party proposes a new fiscal system with a 10% flat tax to encourage investments, raise wages, and formalize the economy. This includes a reduced VAT for essential products, support for key sectors like agriculture and industry, and a determined approach to combat the informal economy. The DP plans to simplify the fiscal system and eliminate clientelist exemptions, fostering a fairer and more competitive market.”

Tabaku stated, “We will change this reality with fair and clear policies that put the citizen and the honest majority of Albanians at the center. Only through a just economic system, with low taxes and a favorable business climate, can we bring development and well-being for all.”

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