Reframing Democracy: Navigating Economic, Social and Media Obstacles in Albania’s Post-Communist Era

Purpose: This study investigates the challenges that Albania faces in economic development, social changes, and media transparency in a democratic, postcommunist society. The analysis draws on contemporary historical sources, human rights reports, academic studies, news articles, and official govern...

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Published inPolis (Tirana) Vol. 2; no. 22; pp. 44 - 51
Main Author Jaku, Kejvin
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Shtëpia botuese “UET Press” 2023
Publishing House “UET Press”
Subjects
Communication studies
Economic development
Media studies
Political history
Politics and communication
Post-Communist Transformation
Social development
Social history
development
freedom
transparency
media
postcommunism
democracy
Albania
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Summary:Purpose: This study investigates the challenges that Albania faces in economic development, social changes, and media transparency in a democratic, postcommunist society. The analysis draws on contemporary historical sources, human rights reports, academic studies, news articles, and official governmental and nongovernmental publications, correlating these findings with Albania’s journey towards democratization. Findings: The essay identifies the economic repercussions of communist governance, including prevalent unemployment and fragile market structures. It explores the social impact, linking them to issues like suppression, fear, and weakened trust in the contemporary government. Originality/Value: This article provides an analysis of the challenges in postcommunist Albania, focusing on social and economic developments and media coverage. It suggests targeted strategies for the government to strengthen democratic institutions.
ISSN:2223-8174
2522-6126