After the statements of the new information chancellor, official sources say that money has been found to cover the latest figures of the scandal over bonuses for senior officials of the Republic. It is not known where such a sum was secured. This happens at the same time that the government declares and complains that it does not have enough revenue to overcome difficulties, even to pay pensions, economic assistance, civil servants' salaries, as well as the debt inherited from the pyramid schemes. EDITORIAL By Agim BAÇI Page 3 Two billion lek for 40 senior state officials Mocking poverty Finance Minister Shkëlqim Cani, after dealing with several billion in euro-credits, has now embarked on another economic adventure. He is engaged in accusing the previous government, while he himself was also part of the cabinet, that the only incumbent who is allegedly plundering the country. At the same time, he also acknowledges the bonus of 2.4 billion lek for senior state officials. Since when and why this amount came out, or how much the payments for 40 senior officials cost, nobody knows. The known fact is that the latest figures for the bonuses of senior government officials are at least equal to hundreds of thousands of wages and economic aid payments, or to dozens of schools and health centers. In these figures, if the government were to act, the government itself has also come out without any statement, after the scandal over payments for ministers and relatives and it is turning into something else. It is enough to remember that the country is also going through a deep poverty inherited from the failed state. If some time ago HNJ sought to create difficulties in the economy, a statement was made about the dispersed [...] At this time the new government, paid with invisible euros, comes out to announce other levels of payment, but for 40 central officials. The salary figures for officials are an expression of arrogance and mockery of the poverty in which the majority of the people have sunk. At a time when 8-10 hundred are being discussed, the desire of the social[...] could have been to be the winner. This could be an opportunity for action to carry out other reforms at once. Why is the government not acting? The new government comes out late to stop the misuse of the bonus decree. Is there any will in the government to go to the case? Is the saying becoming true that these people are closed only within payment schemes and privileges? Will the government take responsibility to escape payment of this amount? If it is to face this, it is time to reflect and perhaps, that of the day and the hope of its country. [English] Two billion lek for 40 high state officials Mocking poverty Finance Minister Shkëlqim Cani, after dealing with several billion in euro-credits, has now embarked on another economic adventure. He is engaged in accusing the previous government, while at the same time acknowledging the bonus payment of 2.4 billion lek to high state officials. No one knows when and why this amount was issued, or how much the payments for 40 high officials cost. The known fact is that the final figures of these rewards are equal to hundreds of thousands of wages and economic assistance payments, or dozens of schools and health centers. These figures are seen as arrogance and mockery of the poverty in which most of the population is submerged. [Italiano] Due miliardi di lek per 40 alti funzionari dello Stato Prendersi gioco della povertà Il ministro delle Finanze Shkëlqim Cani, dopo aver affrontato diversi miliardi di euro-crediti, si è ora lanciato in un'altra avventura economica. È impegnato ad accusare il governo precedente, mentre allo stesso tempo riconosce il premio di 2,4 miliardi di lek ai più alti funzionari dello Stato. Nessuno sa quando e perché questa somma sia stata stanziata, né quanto siano costati i pagamenti per 40 alti funzionari. Il fatto noto è che le cifre finali di questi compensi equivalgono a centinaia di migliaia di salari e sussidi economici, o a decine di scuole e centri sanitari. Queste cifre sono viste come arroganza e scherno verso la povertà in cui è immersa la maggior parte della popolazione.

Twenty-four days ago KFOR and UNMIK police forces detained Jao Salihi and other Albanians in central Kosovo. It is learned that publicly the Serbian Minister for Public Displacement Affairs accused four Albanians of the murder in Mitrovica as well. The UÇK Defense Directorate in Albania, which accuses them of the detention and arrest of Jao Salihi, even of his internment. According to KFOR officials, the UNMIK chief police officer stated that Jao Salihi, although under a false name, had been involved in armed groups in Mitrovica. The motive for the secret war to cleanse Albanians still remains. Page 2 [English] Jao Salihi arrested UNMIK and KFOR capture the Albanian killer Twenty-four days ago KFOR and UNMIK police forces detained Jao Salihi and other Albanians in central Kosovo. He was officially accused yesterday of involvement in the killing of four young Serbs in Mitrovica. [Italiano] Arrestato Jao Salihi UNMIK e KFOR catturano l'assassino albanese Ventiquattro giorni fa le forze di polizia del KFOR e dell'UNMIK hanno fermato Jao Salihi e altri albanesi nel Kosovo centrale. Ieri è stato ufficialmente accusato di coinvolgimento nell'uccisione di quattro giovani serbi a Mitrovica.

The murder of the Nushi brothers, according to the data, is being checked on a new lead. It is suspected that one of the wealthy officials, who have created and caused the problems of wealth through the murder, is involved. These assets are appearing in the government, while it is suspected that some of the diplomatic passports have also been paid for. A cup before leaving Albania from Skopje to Macedonia. Sources close to the police say that this suspect has several strong ties with senior police and government officials. Page 4 [English] Police, investigation in the Government “VIP” crime, the killer abroad The murder of the Nushi brothers is being checked through a new lead. Investigators suspect a wealthy official with strong ties to senior police and government officials, and believe the suspect left Albania through Skopje toward Macedonia. [Italiano] Polizia, indagini nel Governo Delitto “VIP”, l'assassino all'estero L'uccisione dei fratelli Nushi viene verificata su una nuova pista. Gli investigatori sospettano un funzionario benestante con forti legami con alti ufficiali della polizia e del governo, e ritengono che il sospettato abbia lasciato l'Albania passando per Skopje verso la Macedonia.

Notice Today at 11:00 at the PPSH headquarters, the Presidency gives a press conference Page 10 [English] Speedboat traffickers kill the Telecom technician Notice Today at 11:00 at the PPSH headquarters, the Presidency gives a press conference Page 10 [Italiano] Gli scafisti uccidono il tecnico della Telecom Avviso Oggi alle ore 11.00 nella sede del PPSH, la Presidenza terrà una conferenza stampa Pagina 10

Notice Today at 11:00 at the PPSH headquarters, the Presidency gives a press conference Page 6 [English] Mafia! It will dismiss the mayors The coast responds in Durrës and in Vlorë speedboat traffickers kill the Telecom technician Notice Today at 11:00 at the PPSH headquarters, the Presidency gives a press conference Page 6 [Italiano] Mafia! Licenzierà i sindaci La costa reagisce a Durazzo e a Valona gli scafisti uccidono il tecnico della Telecom Avviso Oggi alle ore 11.00 nella sede del PPSH, la Presidenza terrà una conferenza stampa Pagina 6

Chronicles, analyses, comments, teams, clashes. Everything from the European football championship, in Berlin, Holland, and Tirana. Chronicles, analyses, comments, teams, clashes. Everything from the European football championship, in Belgium, Holland, and Tirana. Only 20 lek for 2 newspapers together Pages 11, 12, 13, 14 [English] Every day with “Republika”, also “EURO 2000” Chronicles, analyses, comments, teams, clashes. Everything from the European football championship, in Belgium, Holland, and Tirana. Only 20 lek for 2 newspapers together Pages 11, 12, 13, 14 [Italiano] Ogni giorno con “Republika”, anche “EURO 2000” Cronache, analisi, commenti, squadre, sfide. Tutto dal campionato europeo di calcio, in Belgio, Olanda e Tirana. Solo 20 lek per 2 giornali insieme Pagine 11, 12, 13, 14

Today, Republika continues publishing the list. Today, together with the Tirana edition and the district edition too. Pages 16, 17

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