Miriam Shyti serves as Albania’s Deputy Minister for Economic, Digital and Cultural Diplomacy and Diaspora Relations at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. Her work focuses on strengthening Albania’s ties with its global community, and promoting the belief that culture, talent, and opportunity travel far beyond borders. With executive training from Harvard Business School in Managing Innovation, the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, and Christie’s Education in Art Market Economics, she brings a refined global perspective to connecting Albania’s economic potential with an international networks, positioning the country as a dynamic regional partner closely connected to the EU. Miriam’s professional background spans cultural diplomacy, international cultural programming and strategic communications. She oversees initiatives that strengthen Albania’s global presence, from advancing economic diplomacy and digital innovation to deepening cultural cooperation and diaspora engagement.