The multimillion-euro detention centres in Albania, meant to detain thousands of asylum seekers, have remained virtually empty, with only 24 asylum seekers processed since opening.
Italian judges ruled the detention of asylum seekers in Albania unlawful, leading to a rapid return of police and social workers as the centres demonstrated ineffectiveness.
Opposition parties criticize the government's costly refugee policy in Albania, calling it a financial disaster amid budget cuts for education and health services.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's introduction of Albania's centres as a model has faltered, proving ineffective with minimal use over the past month.
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