Conversation with the chairman of PRSH, Mr. Sabri Godo “Republika” — A few days ago you took part in the Congress of the Italian Radical Party. What does this Party represent, or, better, what place does it occupy in the country's political life? — It has always been a small party, but for years it has made a great deal of noise. The other political forces and the press have always looked at this party with a certain smile, because, with the ideas it represented, it set itself against everyone. Panella's group in Parliament was called “brigands”. But lately, almost the entire press has been forced to mention that on the main issues, Panell[a?] had been right. For example, the Radicals were the only ones who advocated the self-financing of parties. It now turns out that almost all the parties have been involved in kickbacks (tangents) and have committed abuses at the state's expense. That the Radicals had sound ideas and predictions on many matters was also proved by the fact that almost all of Italy's most prominent public figures attended their Congress and delivered speeches, while some of them, along with many figures from the arts and culture, joined the party in recent days. It was like a kind of race to see who … — The Radical Party is a transnational party, that is, an international and cross-party party. It is spreading especially in the countries of the East that were ruled by communism. The greatest appreciation also came from these countries… — One of the Congress's main issues was increasing membership to 30,000 in order to solve the problem of self-financing. This was not achieved; it was decided to examine at the end of February whether … Content? — I was on the presidium because I came from Albania. The speech I gave to the assembly was more of a greeting, which can be summed up in these points: the most violent postwar drama is being played out in the former Yugoslavia; the war is threatening Kosovo and the Balkans; the Congress should adopt a resolution recognizing Kosovo as a neutral and independent state under the supervision of the United Nations; the rights of Albanians in Macedonia as a state-forming population should be recognized; and the special status and right to self-determination of Albanians in Montenegro and southeastern Serbia should be recognized. Afterwards, the entire Albanian group put forward the same resolution. I also spoke about the support that the 150 parliamentary deputies attending the Congress should give to the trans-Balkan highway and rail links between the states of the region, and other matters. “Republika” — How did it happen that Panell[a?] was not elected again? — end of February whether the party would continue to exist or not. In my opinion, Panella's resignation is more a kind of nervous reaction. He will remain in Parliament with the “Panella” list, continue with the “Panella Club”, etc. — Thank you. rights, was also demonstrated by the fact that almost all Italy’s most distinguished public figures took part in their Congress and delivered speeches, while many prominent the final days. It was like a race, with everyone trying to sign up first. “Republika” — What led you to take part in this congress? — The Radical Party of Italy is based on the principle of nonviolence. In today’s world, this is a — international and cross-party party. It is gaining ground by communism. The greatest appreciation at the Congress came from these countries. Prime ministers, ministers and members of parliament took part. “Republika” — You were on the Congress presidium and delivered a speech. What was

• Enverists will pay Nexhmije Hoxha's debt • A leader of the Socialist Party is organizing Enverists outside Albania's borders to help Nexhmije Hoxha with money According to a well-informed source, Enverists living beyond the Republic's borders are organizing and collecting money for the account of the imprisoned Nexhmije Hoxha. As is known, in addition to her nine-year prison sentence, N. Hoxha must also repay the state treasury around 70 thousand US dollars that she appropriated unjustly and illegally. And while people in Albania had calmed down somewhat, because at last they saw the dictator's wife in the dock and, through her, the entire dictatorial era, even though this time not for fundamental reasons such as genocide, murder, and unprecedented oppression, it has suddenly become known that the Enverists are reorganizing and organizing again, holding anxious meetings and gatherings, and collecting money for the former queen of this country for 50 years. A truly shocking fact. A face for the scorched Albanian land, for the murdered, oppressed, and exhausted Albanian people. A double crime, the lining up of all those whom the dictatorship killed, tortured, and disappeared, without trial or in a rigged trial. And anyone can ask: how is it possible for there to be Albanians on the face of the earth so thick-headed that they are still bound by the chains of communism, by Enverist slogans (essentially anti-national and anti-Albanian), by the kulaks destined for the stake and denial. But here is another fact that sheds light on, and in a way justifies, this whole undertaking by the Enverists outside the border. A member of the Socialist Party's governing committee, and even the head of a department, disguises his opinions and goes beyond the border himself, so that this “revolutionary initiative”, according to Enver's principle “one for all and all for one”, may be given its due, organized, and controlled, and above all so that the source of this organization is kept secret. Now the necessary sum that the convicted Nexhmije Hoxha must repay to the state treasury is being collected. One thing is not known for certain: will that member of the PS governing committee go there again to collect this money and bring it to Albania, or will the Enverists themselves bring it ceremonially? Will they give it to her now, or wait until February 20, April 11, October 16, or until after nine years, when Nexhmije Hoxha herself will have served her sentence and, along with it, returned the stolen money to the state? You will learn more about these matters, as well as the name and efforts of the PS leader, in forthcoming issues.

Tolerant dialogue Ah, please, ... I have a family too

Can all Albanians be expelled from Greece? Does Greece lose or gain from Albanian emigration? Dr. Apollon Barçe Emigration is neither fortune nor happiness. There are no happy emigrants. It is not even a struggle to live. It is a struggle to survive, oneself and the relatives left behind. It is a forced sacrifice. A mechanism for protecting one's own life when the homeland can no longer offer that possibility. Today it is called emigration, yesterday it was called kurbet, but in our ancient past it had another name: colonization. And this colonization, which began in the eighth century BC, is something the ancient Greeks did. Even the end of the nineteenth century found them with 2 million emigrant colonists around the world. Today there are 600 thousand in Germany alone, mainly in bars and restaurants. And a Greek restaurant in Germany brings in more income than the picking of oranges by Albanians in Greece. But last week the Greek authorities resumed this operation, whose name, “Broom”, is neither humane nor delicate. In 4 days, “Broom” swept up 2,300 Romanian and Albanian emigrants. How much has Albania been changed by this emigration? Officially, Greek sources speak of 130–150 thousand emigrants. Unofficially, Albanian sources speak of 260–280 thousand. Their earnings amount to 400–450 million dollars a year. But in an economy that is increasingly ruined, this represents half of the Albanian state budget. Its capillary distribution, from house to house, makes this half much more effective than the state's other half. Indeed, it is also the reliable half. Aid from Europe is not forever. Under these circumstances, since no alternative source has yet been found, shutting off this source would bring economic collapse. The Greeks know this very well. Does Greece gain or lose from emigration? Around 70 percent of Albanian emigrants are employed. Greek legislation is in no way discriminatory toward foreign workers. It is humane and European. But for Greek motorists and entrepreneurs alike, afendikoim, the red traffic light is simply a signal not to obey: Albanians' wages are 100–500 dollars a month, four times lower than those of Greeks. But this low wage is at the same time 4–20 times higher than that of a professor at the University of Tirana. From this underpayment and overpayment, Greece gained something like 2 billion dollars last year. Not too bad for a country that owes 10 billion to the TPE. In keeping with Zorba's psychology, savings banks in Greece are not known by the Greek name Trapeza. They have German and Dutch names. Greece. Factories are either brand-new, with Greeks working in them, or extremely old, with the best specialists from among the emigrants working in them. An ordinary Greek worker cannot work with such machines. The good worker works in good factories. But it is hard to believe that Greece has the ability or desire to throw away half its income along with the emigrants. So what is the reason—is the operation really a nuisance for the Greeks? The leitmotif of the Greek press, paradoxically also of PASOK, is emigrant crime. According to Interior Minister Galestathis, killings by emigrants rose from 19 in 1991 to 25 in 1992, and rapes numbered 32. (Continued on page 2)

• Coalition government?... • Minority government?... • Or a powerful socialist opposition NERITAN ALIBALI The card of early elections has been placed on the table of Albanian politics. Various politicians, like boxers, are calling for the cards to be reshuffled; the idea of a new chance to win a parliamentary game has gained strong support. The specter of the dictatorship's restoration through the Parliament's absolute power is being amplified in the ears of a frightened and confused public. So, what should be done? I do not want to make excuses for the PD deputies. All the more so when some of them are at the intellectual level of the average member of their electorate. And yet, today, I am against new parliamentary elections! Why? A months-long election campaign would have major consequences for Albania. Not only because it would interrupt the reform. In the end, it is moving slowly, like a child taking its first steps. But also because such a campaign would be unbearable for Albanians at this stage of transition. It would not absorb (Continued on page 2)

The prospects for expanding friendship and cooperation are reaffirmed The President of the Republic of Bulgaria, Zhelju Zhelev, arrived in Tirana the day before yesterday. He was accompanied by senior Bulgarian officials and a group of journalists. At Rinas airport, he was welcomed by the President of the Republic, Mr. Sali Berisha, and other prominent figures in Albanian political life. At the meeting on the occasion, the President stated, among other things, that “we” and “we” ... and on other occasions too, but it should be clarified, it is a ... I am convinced that this ... will mark a new stage in the friendly relations between our two countries and more broadly in the region. As Mr. Zhelev sees it, by ... seeking recognition of ... relations ... and ... in the region. ... an agreement ... which will annul the one of 1947. Many events have taken place since that year, making the signing of such an agreement necessary; it will have a positive impact on the expansion of relations between our two countries and peoples. The Bulgarian president's support was welcomed by the Albanian president. After 25 minutes of talks at the Palace, talks between the two delegations began. President Berisha described the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation as a very important act and an expression of goodwill and friendly relations. For his part, Mr. Zhelev praised the current progress of these relations. They then discussed in detail the opportunities for cooperation and friendship between the two countries. The President of Bulgaria also addressed the Albanian Parliament. “Republika” Correspondent Photo: A.Dhimitri (A T SH)

The emigrant's neighbors, diplomacy

On Thursday, from 10:00 to 14:00, the madwoman N. from Tirana was seen sitting in front of the large building of “Zëri i Popullit”, scribbling on the pages of a large notebook. Every now and then she would get to her feet and shout: “Motion... Motion of no confidence, motion!... I am the chairwoman of the Socialist Party, I am Niko Gjyzeri, I am Qirjako Mihal. Where is the money from the 50 years of democratic government? Iiiir Hoti, you were governor for 50 years! Where is Albania’s money? What is this money? Why have you caused financial scandals? Why have you impoverished Albania for these 50 years? I am the chairwoman of the Socialist Party! The people’s party... why have you impoverished us? Motion... No confidence... What was the foreign debt at the end of 1990, 1991, 1992... What has the State Bank been doing socialist people!... Iiiir Hoti, bring out the money! You ruined Albania... The Socialists want the money, the people’s money!... On Friday, in the early hours of the morning, the madwoman was seen running in front of the State Bank, followed by a large crowd of demonstrators. After making numerous circuits, she stopped in front of the Socialist Party headquarters, shouting: “Our money, the people’s money! 50 years of money! ... They shut themselves away in Switzerland. The Bank is empty... Until the time of Gramoz Pashko it was full. Only he knew how to keep the money!... Fatos Nano, why don’t you come out and guard the Bank; the people’s money... On Saturday and Sunday, the madwoman N. was not seen on any of Tirana’s streets or intersections. Nevertheless, someone insisted that they had seen her at Rinas Airport, shouting after foreign and Albanian passengers: “I’ll go... I’ll go to the end of the world to find the money the democratic government has stolen! I’ll go to Switzerland, I’ll go to France! I’ll find them... THE CHRONICLER”

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