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The American Enterprise School of Albania (AESA) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization which aims to contribute to the modernization of society, enhancement of democracy, rule of law, and market economy in Albania by focusing on education.

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How much for a diploma: In search of a democratic education

Though the higher education sector in Albania is currently booming, the quality of education has fallen considerably in comparison to the period of the communist regime. With a doubling in the number of private universities in the past two years, nearly half of them remaining unaccredited, the quality of education provided and even the motivation behind their establishment has been questioned. Indeed, it has been noted that instead of providing a competitive education, the majority of private universities merely seek financial profit. Often, students are able to pass a class by paying a bribe; and individuals may even buy a university degree in their field of choice. Consequently, the value of higher education in Albania is being degraded at an alarming rate.

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Celebrating 20 years of Albanian-American Relations

Recently, AESA commemorated the 20th anniversary of the reopening of the U.S. Embassy Tirana—and consequently Albanian-American relations—with an international conference held at the Sheraton Hotel in Tirana. The conference featured scholars from Albania and the United States, as well as political figures of both countries. Albanian President Bamir Topi and U.S. Ambassador Alexander Arvizu were in attendance and discussed the development of bilateral relations, as well as their hopes for future progress. Other featured speakers included Bernd Fischer, Elez Biberaj, and Nicholas Pano.