Prior to being elected Mayor of Tirana, Basha was twice elected as member of Parliament representing Tirana (2005–2009) and Elbasan (2009–2011).
До обрання мером Тирани, Баша був двічі обраний членом парламенту, представляв Тирану (2005–2009) і Ельбасан (2009–2011).