After its undisputed victory in the parliamentary and presidential elections of March 22, the Democratic Party presented itself to the people with the great opportunity and the courage to pull the country out of the extreme economic misery it had inherited, from the isolation into which the communist regime had plunged it for nearly 50 years, as well as with the promise to turn Albania into a legal, democratic state where human rights and freedoms would be respected. And, in June of last year, the government that emerged after the March 22 victory, initially led by Prime Minister Aleksandër Meksi, was more than a government cabinet; it represented a historic break with the past and with the old model of rule. At the beginning of its work, the democratic government was confronted with an extremely heavy legacy: a ruined economy, lack of electricity, an empty market, inflation, an almost paralyzed banking and financial system, industries out of operation, and an administration accustomed to political orders rather than to the law. In these circumstances, the main priority was economic stabilization and laying the foundations of market reform. Bold measures were undertaken to liberalize prices, privatize certain sectors, encourage free enterprise, and link the Albanian economy with international financial institutions. These steps were painful, but necessary in order to pull the country out of collapse. Meanwhile, on the political front, the new government faced the difficult task of democratizing public life, uprooting fear and the old totalitarian practices, and building independent institutions. It became clear that the transition from one-party rule to pluralism could not be carried out immediately and without tensions, but the path was irreversible. Special attention was given to opening Albania to the world, reestablishing relations with Western countries, and restoring trust among international partners. For the first time in many decades, Albania was presenting itself as a country seeking to move toward Europe, no longer as a closed ideological island. In a year of governance, difficulties were not lacking: shortage of resources, the legacy of poverty, the resistance of old structures, and the high expectations of citizens. Nevertheless, the importance of this government lay precisely in the fact that it was the first democratic government after a long communist period, and that it opened the way for fundamental reforms that would determine the country's future.

THE EXTRAORDINARY NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF THE PD CONVENED - Mr. Eduard Selami is elected chairman of the party presidency - Yesterday at 6 p.m., the Extraordinary National Conference of the Democratic Party of Albania began in the hall of the opera and ballet theater, and it elected its new chairman, Mr. Eduard Selami. 580 delegates from the country's districts took part in the conference. At the beginning of the meeting, the conference elected the credentials committee and approved the agenda. Afterwards, proposals for the chairman of the party presidency were presented and, after discussions, the delegates voted for Mr. Eduard Selami. In his speech, Mr. Selami thanked the delegates for their trust and stressed that the Democratic Party must continue on the path of reforms, preserve its unity, and strengthen its ties with the broader membership and with the electorate. He emphasized the PD's responsibility to carry forward the democratic processes in the country. The conference proceedings continued until late in the evening.

By TEODOR KEKO, PD deputy Thank you all, thank you Italy too! - By TEODOR KEKO, PD deputy - It begins with the claim that democracy in Albania did not come thanks to our own forces, but thanks to the USA, Germany, Italy, the Vatican and others, who supposedly had a specific strategy against communism. In particular, Italy is said to have helped us escape communism and become independent. I am sorry and ashamed that such an opinion can exist. I am completely opposed to it. The Italians did not bring us democracy; on the contrary, they often became an obstacle to it. Moreover, Italy often misunderstood the Albanian situation, supporting certain circles that did not serve democratic change. But should we deny Italy's help? Not at all. Italy has helped Albania on many occasions, especially in difficult moments of the transition. It has received emigrants, sent humanitarian aid, offered assistance, and played an important role in bringing Albania closer to the West. For this, we must be grateful. So I say: thank you to everyone who helped Albania, and thank you also to Italy. But democracy did not come here as a gift; it came because Albanians wanted it, won it through sacrifice, and defended it with courage. Therefore, let us give each one the merit they deserve. Let us neither fall into provincialism nor diminish our national dignity. Albania needs friends, but also self-confidence.

President of the Republic Sali Berisha received ambassador of the country [?] T. Cadili in a courtesy meeting. During the meeting, bilateral relations and possibilities for expanding cooperation in fields of mutual interest were discussed. The interlocutors assessed the democratic developments in Albania and expressed their readiness to further strengthen ties between the two countries.

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