The Monitoring Matrix on Enabling Environment for Civil Society Development, Country Report for Albania presents the findings from the monitoring of practical and legal framework for the development of civil society.

Among the findings and recommendations of the report, it emphasized the need for more transparency and a proactive approach by public institutions to information sharing, which would contribute to effective cooperation mechanisms with NPOs in policy-making and decision-making, as well as in the process of negotiations for EU membership.

The report also emphasizes the need for a raised awareness of NPOs, tax authorities, and foreign donor institutions for effective implementation of the VAT refund procedure for grant activity expenses.