Albania is heading to the polls as Socialist Prime Minister Edi Rama seeks a fourth term. Rama has promised European Union membership by 2030. Campaigns featured intense rivalry with conservative Sali Berisha and a shift to digital campaigning despite a TikTok ban. Voters abroad are participating in Sunday’s election for the first time. Economic pledges like wage hikes and a tourism boom have blurred party lines. Corruption remains a key issue with candidates from both major parties facing allegations. More than 2,000 candidates from 11 political groups are vying for 140 parliamentary seats. More than 570 international observers aim to ensure a fair and transparent election process.