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The United States has invested more than $40 million to strengthen Albania’s capacity to defend against cyber threats, including cyberattacks sponsored by foreign governments.
Speaking at Albania’s National Cybersecurity Conference, U.S. Ambassador Eric Wendt highlighted the country’s progress in strengthening digital resilience and developing domestic expertise in cybersecurity.
He underscored the importance of the U.S.-Albania partnership, which includes training initiatives such as CyberNext, aimed at preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and enhancing the country’s ability to respond to emerging digital threats.
According to the U.S. Embassy in Tirana, the cooperation aims to build stronger and more secure digital infrastructure for Albania and the United States, while contributing to collective security within NATO.
“Together, we are building stronger and more secure digital infrastructure for Albania, the United States, and NATO,” the U.S. Embassy stated.
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