This study explores the architectural and urban planning diplomacy of Italy within Albania. It will investigate the case of Tirana, utilizing a comprehensive methodology that incorporates a detailed examination of relevant literature from secondary sources, as well as an assessment of the progression of contemporary architecture in the region. The objective of this research is to enhance the dialogue on Italian-Albanian connections, emphasizing the impact of Italian art and external diplomacy in Albania dating back to the early years of its establishment. This investigation adds to the ongoing discourse on the influence of architectural edifices on the global relations of an Italy over Albania and Western Balkans both historically and in the foreseeable future.
Keywords: Albania, Foreign Policies, Italy, bilateral relations, urban architecture, urban diplomacy
