"This article analyses the effects of the European integration process on the labour market in Albania. It provides a summary analysis of a much deeper body of research examining the processes of European integration which have brought with them a series of labour market reforms, including the alignment of employment policies, increased labour mobility and adaptation to the demands of an increasingly digitalised economy. The comparative analysis includes western Balkan countries and current EU member states, focusing on unemployment, employment structure, the impact of digital technology and migration. The aim of the research programme is to analyse the key trends, challenges and opportunities brought by European integration, as well as to evaluate the policies and reforms being undertaken in Albania to meet EU standards. The challenges facing the country's labour market remain deep and multifaceted, but a solid foundation for informed and actionable policymaking would bring the country closer to a successful integration and would establish long-term benefits for its citizens."

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