Projects
Research in the service of public policy.
Kazazi Consulting was selected by PMI IMPACT, a global initiative supporting projects against illegal trade and related crimes.
The study
The illicit tobacco trade in the region.
A research study on the illicit tobacco trade in Albania and neighbouring countries, analysing the link between fiscal policy and state policy, including criminal legislation in the fight against illegal trade.
The project monitors the cultivation, processing and trade of raw tobacco, the illicit tobacco trade and the corruption associated with it.
Workstreams
- Research methodology and economic impact
- Administrative and criminal legislation
- Tobacco agricultural policy
- Corruption at borders and in customs
- Smuggling routes into the EU
- Cultivation mapping and field analysis
Project team
Distinguished experts in the field.
To deliver the project, Kazazi Consulting engaged academics and former heads of state institutions.
EPProf. Dr. Engjëll PerePhD in economic sciences
Level 1 research expert. Responsible for the research methodology and for studying the phenomenon in its academic context, including its macro and microeconomic impact.
ARProf. Arben RakipiProfessor of criminal law, former Prosecutor General
Level 1 research expert. Analyses administrative and criminal legislation, moderates seminars and leads discussions with colleagues from other countries.
AMProf. Ardian MaçiProfessor of agriculture and environment, former dean
Level 1 research expert. Studies tobacco-related agricultural policy in each country and moderates the related discussions.
YBAssoc. Prof. Dr. Ylber BezoPresident of the Academy of Business University
Leads the study on corruption at Albania’s borders and the factors driving the illicit tobacco market.
PDDr. Përparim DërvishiPhD in economics, former Director General of Customs
Level 1 research expert. Researches the routes of illicit products into the EU market and anti-corruption practice in customs.
EMAssoc. Prof. Dr. Etleva MuçaLecturer, Agricultural University of Tirana
Level 2 research expert. Maps tobacco cultivation and coordinates field visits and analysis.
International work
Expertise for international organisations.
Since 2005, Fatmir Kazazi has held ongoing contracts with international organisations on tax and fiscal matters.
IBFDUSAIDIFC / World BankEuropean CommissionUnited NationsOSCEUNDP
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