Albania has a strong and vibrant manufacturing sector, which is driven by highly successful enterprises in the textile and footwear industry. Having this great experience and skilled labor force, Albania offers a great potential to diversify its own economy by passing from the textile and footwear industry to the automotive industry.

KEY FACTS ON THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR

• The sector represents about 5.7% of GDP while accounting for about 10.9% total employment.
• From 2017 to 2019, exports in manufacturing increased by 4.5 %;
• 3.5% increase in imports of machineries and equipment in these years;
• Cost-competitive Inward Processing industry primarily driven by the garment and high-quality leather footwear production;
• Significant expertise accumulated over the last 20 years;
• Partnerships with the most popular companies and retailers across Europe; 
• The main markets are Italy, Germany, Greece, France and the Netherlands.

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