The Executive Director of the National Agency of Natural Resources (AKBN), Mr. Erlind Sulo, held an official meeting with a delegation led by H.E. Ms. Leena Pylvänäinen, Ambassador of Finland to Greece with concurrent accreditation to Albania.

The meeting was organized in the framework of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the mining sector — an area where Finland is recognized as a global leader in technology and innovation.

During the discussions, both sides emphasized the importance of building bridges of collaboration between the two countries, with a focus on sustainable development and modernization of Albania’s mining industry. The Finnish delegation expressed its willingness to offer expertise and technological support, identifying Albania as a high-potential partner in this strategic sector.

This visit marks a significant step toward expanding international partnerships and integrating innovative practices into Albania’s mining industry.

In parallel, the “Doing Business with Finland” seminar was held in Tirana, in cooperation with the Tirana Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Finnish Embassy, and partners FINNVEST and MEKI. The event featured B2B sessions between Finnish and Albanian companies operating in mining, energy, ICT, and other sectors of mutual interest.