The state is neutral in questions of belief and conscience, and also, it guarantees the freedom of their expression in public life. The state recognizes the equality of religious communities. The state and the religious communities mutually respect the independence of one another and work together for the good of each of them and for all. Relations between the state and religious communities are regulated on the basis of agreements entered into between their representatives and the Council of Ministers. These agreements are ratified by the Assembly.
Religious communities are juridical persons.
They have independence in the administration of their properties according to their principles, rules and canons, to the extent that interests of third parties are not infringed. Article 11 1. The economic system of the Republic of Albania is based on private and public property, as well as on a market economy and on freedom of economic activity. Private and public property are equally protected by law. Limitations on the freedom of economic activity may be established only by law and for important public reasons.