The Albanian Prime Minister, Aleksandër Meksi, personally went to the place where law-enforcement officers seized and confiscated 1 ton and 200 kilograms of hashish. Part of this quantity of drugs is believed to be what was seized on 12 July of this year in Bari, Italy. I warmly greet all the personnel of the police unit of Vlorë, the special RENEA unit, the border police of Sarandë, and the officers of the Italian Guardia di Finanza, who with courage, bravery and high professionalism dealt a heavy blow to the mafia gangs operating on the shores of our country. I believe that your determination will continue to strike without compromise at every attempt at drug trafficking and smuggling and will restore to Albanians full confidence in the state, order and law. Sali Berisha President of the Republic

- President of the Italian Republic, Oscar Luigi Scalfaro - With the establishment of democracy, Albania will return to Europe with the force of its identity [?] Today, within one year, our country has moved forward in political and economic pluralism, in the social sphere, and has found the path to democracy. For the first time in history, there is a government with the opposition majority. This means that we have entered the real democratic path. In the first two months of our government we made it possible to stop inflation and create the basis for a stable currency. In the months ahead we will create the foundations for the functioning of the market economy and normal capitalism. This means that the Albanian people are finally being separated from hunger. We are still far from the welfare and stability of Western countries, but we are moving toward them every day. This was stated to journalists by President Sali Berisha during his last visit to Italy before leaving for Brindisi. He emphasized that economic growth is showing the first positive signs and that Albanians are beginning to feel the effects of the reforms. The President of the Italian Republic, Oscar Luigi Scalfaro, greeted the democratic developments in Albania and stressed Italy's support for our country. According to him, with the establishment of democracy Albania will return to Europe with the force of its identity. He praised the role of intellectuals and writers in bringing Albania culturally closer to democratic Europe.

We inform you that the chairman of the People’s Assembly, Mr. Pjetër Arbnori, held a meeting with French representatives interested in the political and institutional developments in Albania. The meeting discussed the democratic process, the functioning of parliament, and the prospects for bilateral cooperation. The French friends expressed interest in the progress of the reforms and in the role of the former opposition in building democratic institutions.

THE ASSEMBLY EXAMINES THE DRAFT LAW ON “DHP” THE SESSION OF THE PEOPLE’S ASSEMBLY opened yesterday with discussions on the draft law on “DHP”. The deputies submitted amendments and various remarks, asking for clarity in its implementation. During the session, other items on the agenda and the functioning of the parliamentary committees were also discussed. The Presidency of the Assembly announced that the examination will continue at the next meeting.

Mr. Myqerem Tafaj with Pope John Paul II - The implementation of 3 schools with ????? was agreed Our Minister of Education, Ylli Vejsiu, arrived yesterday in Rome as part of a working visit. During his stay he was received in meetings by Italian education authorities and representatives of the Holy See. At the center of the talks was aid for the Albanian education system and the possibility of setting up several vocational schools with Italian support. According to reports, the implementation of three schools in cooperation with Italian institutions was agreed. At one of the meetings, Mr. Myqerem Tafaj was received in audience by Pope John Paul II.

The case against the comrades is continuing and is being dragged out. In the latest session, journalists encountered obstacles and arrogant behavior from representatives of the prosecution and the defense of former officials. 90 days in prison for Julian and Fatos [?]. Many citizens followed the proceedings. According to those present, the atmosphere in the courtroom was marked by interruptions, insults and political tensions. In conclusion, it was requested that justice act impartially and with full transparency, in accordance with the law.