Former president to appear at SPAK over CEZ-DIA corruption case

Tirana, January 7, 2025 – Ilir Meta, the former President of Albania, is due to appear at the Special Prosecutor's Office (SPAK) today for questioning over the CEZ-DIA corruption case.

Meta, who has been under arrest since October 2024, faces accusations related to his role in a controversial energy contract during his tenure as Minister of Energy. The case has sparked significant concern over political corruption in Albania.

The questioning is part of an ongoing investigation into the CEZ-DIA deal, which prosecutors allege was marred by corrupt actions.

Meta is accused of using his ministerial position to facilitate the deal, which allegedly involved illegal payments and conflicts of interest. SPAK’s investigation is part of broader efforts to tackle corruption within Albania's political elite.

The former President has been detained since his arrest in October, with prosecutors citing the seriousness of the charges. Today's questioning is expected to provide more clarity on the scope of the allegations and the potential for further legal actions.

Ilir Meta served as Albania's President from 2017 to 2022 and previously held the role of Minister of Energy. His involvement in the CEZ-DIA case is one of several high-profile investigations into corruption within the Albanian government. The Special Prosecutor’s Office, which handles such cases, has been working to hold political figures accountable for alleged corruption in the country.