A wiretapped German attempts a major reconciliation between the two Alia will also be at the table that will bring the rivals together

Aleksandër Meksi There are indeed voices in the media and from a group of politicians that there is a prospect for an alliance between the democrats and the supporters of the monarchy. Such people, democratic members of the Tirana district, and the former head of the Tirana branch, Mr. Neritan Ceka, seem to have lined up in support of the unions that are entering their season. On the other hand, as is known, the monarchists have clearly expressed their distancing from the policy of the Nano government, which according to them has aimed and continues to aim at minimizing them as an influential political force. But on the other hand, they have described the PD as a force that is not very reliable. Nevertheless, negotiations have continued, and it is said that their initiatives have increased after Berisha's meeting with representatives of the Italian right. The question is whether these talks are being held on the basis of short-term electoral interest or of a longer-term strategy for rebuilding the opposition. If an alliance is built on short memory, it carries the risk of repeating past mistakes. If it is built on programs and institutions, it may be something different. In this context, debates about the role of the former king and of traditional right-wing figures return to the center of attention. It remains to be seen whether this is just today's rhetoric or a real political move. On page 3

The Ministry of Health has the law ready that increases contributions TIRANA - To treat illness and to receive wages, as a result of insurance, more will now have to be paid. This is the content of the new law on health contributions, which is expected to be approved in the coming days. Under this draft law, the contribution percentage paid by employees and employers will increase, while the basis on which the payment is calculated will be broadened. The changes have been justified by the Ministry of Health with the need for more funds in the healthcare system, for medicines and equipment. There has been criticism especially from small businesses, which claim that the tax burden is increasing again without any noticeable improvement in the quality of service. According to the draft, beneficiaries of the scheme will have the right to receive payments for temporary incapacity and a larger share of public hospital services. The law also provides for a review of the exempt categories and the way the fund is administered. On page 9

Vlorë Police: Hajdari has been imposed with a ban on going out On page 10

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INTERVIEW / A foreign minister who oversees customs speaks Cec: “The car threatens death” On page 2

Italian visas: Here are new names List of emigrants and people On page 11

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“How you escaped from the return of death” On page 6

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