The European continent today and tomorrow, eliminating the remnants of communism, the institutional and economic transformation of society in its eastern part, political stability and security: these were the subjects that dominated the renowned Forum held every year at one of Switzerland’s tourist resorts. Heads of state and government, ministers and politicians, businesspeople and journalists from East and West discussed common problems and concerns over four days. On Friday, Finance Minister Genc Ruli and Governor of the Bank of Albania Ilir Hoti spoke about the economic reform under way in Albania. Yesterday, President of the Republic Sali Berisha took part in the concluding plenary discussion on the Yugoslav crisis. Also participating in this discussion were Romanian President Iliesku, Croatian Prime Minister Valentic, Macedonian Prime Minister Crvenko vski, Secretary General of the Council of Europe Catherine Lalymiere, Iranian Foreign Minister Velajati, Foreign Minister of the so-called Yugoslav Federation Jovanoviç, etc. In his opening remarks, former Swiss minister Bruner, who chaired the discussion, stressed that the response Western Europe had given to the emergence of democracies in the former communist countries had been inadequate. The economic support provided by the EC is important assistance, but only integration into the EC will be the decisive measure of support that would prevent destabilization. Geneva professor Gebali used harsher words about the West, pointing out that the West lacked statesmen with a broad vision, while only short-term politicians were in power. International institutions, too, were unable to resolve the crises confronting them, while well-known principles were affirmed but not implemented. “Bosnia is a dangerous precedent,” he concluded. “It risks not remaining alone in Europe.” President Berisha, who spoke first among the discussants, said that after the fall of the Iron Curtain in Europe, the vision of a collective enemy had also come to an end. Unfortunately, it seems to be being replaced by the vision of a personal enemy, which, alongside the actions of extreme nationalist elements, is weakening overall stability and generating local conflicts. The most fateful example is Bosnia. In fact, efforts to address the human tragedy unfolding there are not only sacrificing the civilian population to unprecedented massacres and atrocities unseen since the Second World War in Bosnia, but also sacrificing values and principles (Continued on page 2)

Echo of foreign agencies on President Berisha’s position in Switzerland: Albania and Yugoslavia trade accusations over Kosovo. Crans—Albania and Yugoslavia exchanged sharp accusations at an international conference on the rights of ethnic Albanians in the Serbian province of Kosovo, widely seen as a potential flashpoint in the Yugoslav war. Albanian President Sali Berisha accused the Serbian government of subjecting his compatriots in Kosovo to “apartheid,” and reiterated calls for the United Nations to be deployed there. But Vladislav Jovanoviç, Foreign Minister of the truncated state of Yugoslavia, made up of Serbia and Montenegro, retorted that Berisha’s statement “doesn’t hold water” and accused Tirana of encouraging Kosovo Albanians to break away from Yugoslavia. Kosovo, an underdeveloped region of southern Serbia bordering Albania, is populated by 90% ethnic Albanians. In 1990, Serbia stripped Kosovo of its autonomous status, a move many analysts blame for igniting the entire Yugoslav conflict. European statesmen have often warned that the war, which has now engulfed Bosnia, could then spread to Kosovo. Speaking at the forum on Eastern Europe in the picturesque Swiss town of Crans, Berisha declared: “In Kosovo, Albanians are living under conditions of complete military occupation. The authorities apply a system of apartheid against the Albanians.” “To prevent any further spread of the conflict, the region must be placed under UN supervision,” he said. “Talks must begin to find a solution acceptable to everyone.” But Jovanoviç declared that the government elected in Tirana was pursuing the same policy as its communist predecessor and was “supporting the separatist efforts of the Albanian minority to undermine Yugoslavia’s territorial integrity.” The rights granted to the Albanians of Kosovo go beyond those defined by the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe, whereas the administration proclaimed by the Albanians violates the CSCE principles, Jovanoviç said. The Yugoslav minister’s speech prompted a swift response from Berisha, who condemned what he called (Continued on page 3)

—After several meetings in the districts of Tropoja and Has, the Chairman of the PD and the group of ministers and deputies accompanying him were to hold a mass meeting with the residents of the city of Kukës, at the indoor sports center. The meeting was to begin at 18:00 on 19 June— The PS’s anti-Albanian position has not changed. It is a position that has been cultivated for 50 years. After the opening remarks by Shefqet Hoxha, deputy for the district of Kukës, Mr. Eduart Selami took the floor. Amid popular enthusiasm, after thanking the people of Kukës for their warm welcome, he reminded them of the sacrifices that would be required to consolidate democracy and complete the transition. He described the creation of a democratic outlook as important, one that would enable us to assess realistically the situation we are going through; ultimately, this would amount to a new democratic culture. Mr. Selami went on to say that centralization by the center was a feature of the old model. We want local government to enjoy full initiative; this would mean that not everything had to be left to be resolved from above, by the Government. Speaking about the political situation, the PD Chairman stressed that the PS itself was working to intensify ... the polarization of political life in the country. But I also think this polarization is more apparent in the opposition’s newspapers and propaganda than in people’s everyday lives. I observed this fact from the South to the North during my many meetings with the people. This means that we must work with dedication in Parliament as well to pass the Constitution. By walking out of Parliament, the PS parliamentary group is discrediting itself in the eyes of the people. We will not stop working for a moment, and Parliament will not be plunged into crisis. Analyzing the political situation in the region, Mr. Selami emphasized that our government is pursuing a peaceful policy of reducing tensions, but this does not mean that we will tolerate Serbian aggression in Kosovo or the ethnic cleansing of Albanians. Our government and state, the PD, will make no concessions on the national question. We openly condemned the joint statement by Nano and the PS of Greece, which denies Albanian intervention in the region and in fact means giving the Serbian dictator Millosheviç a free hand. This communist [text unclear], is a continuation of the anti-national declaration of the PKSH, the ambinational thinking of the PKSH. This PPSH together with the PSSH. This shows that the PSSH has changed nothing in its substance, in its historical conduct concerning national interests, which it pursues through declarations, meetings, low, anti-Albanian propaganda. In the face of this declaration, we, and every honest Albanian, must take a firm [?] stance, because before the PS, it must make every effort and wage anti-Albanian propaganda to create an atmosphere as bad as possible in democratic Albania. Mr. Adust Selami, speaking about the challenges in the fight against corruption, called on everyone to condemn forcefully ... We had filled the state warehouses with essential food items, after the PS had emptied them long ago. Mr. Kalakula continued by explaining to those present that the government had secured 35 million dollars to repair the irrigation network. This funding would begin to be disbursed in the autumn. The government had likewise secured another 35 million dollars for forestry improvement, investments that had ... [text breaks off]. He was unable to provide even a single fact supporting this propagandistic accusation by the PS. He went on to stress that the PD supported opening the files, but they should be opened in accordance with the law to be passed by Parliament. The discussion then continued with questions and answers, during which Mr. Selami and the deputies clarified various issues of concern to the people of the district of Kukës. Regarding the difficult circumstances created for this district and other northeastern districts, Mr. Selami assured those present that part of the compensation Albania would receive from the UN for property affected by the international embargo would be allocated to the northeastern areas, which had suffered the most. Those present at the meeting expressed their support for the PD, the Government and President Berisha, and condemned the PS’s position on the national question. Deputies Mustaf Mustafa, Marash Ibraj and Skender Jaku were also at the meeting. The PD keeps its promises The enthusiasm that accompanied us at all the meetings held by E. Selami and the group of deputies made the PS’s claim that PD deputies and government officials do not meet with the people seem quite ridiculous. The residents of Novosejë also gave the PD deputies a warm and friendly welcome. Messrs. E. Selami, T. Dosti, P. Kalakula, Sh. Hoxha and M. Musta fa thanked the villagers of Novosejë for their warm reception and discussed many issues with them. The residents of Novosejë told Mr. E. Selami about their concerns, such as the issue of pastures and the transportation of agricultural machinery, among others. The main request of the commune: Xh. Memishi asked that Havzi Nela be declared a martyr of Democracy. Mr. Eduart Selami assured those present that the PD would do everything possible for them, since they had voted for the PD three times, with over 80 percent. We will provide you with a bus for passenger transport, an ambulance and an electric bakery oven. Mr. Petrit Kalakula told those present: “We have come to help you and ease your hardships. The Democratic Government will provide you with several small tractors, a dairy for processing milk and funds to repair the water supply system.” Mr. Tomorr Dosti spoke about the patriotism of the highlanders of Kukës and their love of freedom and democracy. Then Mr. Selami and the group of deputies left Novosejë at midday on 19 June 1993. In this way, the PD Chairman, Mr. Selami, and the group of ministers and deputies concluded their working visits to the northeastern areas of the country. This shows that the Democratic Government governs close to the people and their problems, and these visits also showed that, despite the difficulties at the beginning, the Albanian people support the PD, its government and President Berisha without reservation. MUJE BUÇPAPAJ Kukës, 19 June 1993 will be allocated mainly to the northeastern areas of the country. This will somewhat alleviate the severe hardship that exists in these areas. Mr. Ilir Manushi, Minister of Construction, emphasized that there is a German project for the Kukës water-supply system. We discussed that the city municipality had not worked well on the implementation of this project. Therefore, we decided that the water-supply enterprise should be placed under the direct authority of the district council. The government will intervene in several apartment buildings in Kukës and will provide assistance for some homes damaged by land collapse. Mr. T. Dosti, Secretary General of the PS, explained that many of the people he spoke with in the PD pursue a policy of [unclear] toward the PS and an affirmative policy toward democratic values, far removed from the old ways. The accusations that the PS is seeking revenge are entirely unfounded. It has never

—During his stay in the USA, he was received by his counterpart Les Aspin and General Kolin Pauell, and visited the four largest military bases, etc.— Defense Minister Safet Zhulali, leading a military delegation, made an official visit to the USA from 8 to 18 June. As we have already reported, Minister Zhulali held talks with his counterpart, Les Aspin, focusing on cooperation between our two armies, ways and means of supporting our army as it is restructured, and strengthening Albania as a factor for stability. US Secretary of Defense Aspin praised Albania’s policies and positions and expressed the full support of the American government for them. In the final days of his visit to the USA, Minister Zhulali was received at the Pentagon by General Kolin Pauell, Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff. Mr. Zhulali thanked General Pauell for his personal contribution to reforming and strengthening the Albanian army through increased direct cooperation between the armies of our two countries. General Pauell [the following text is an unrelated continuation from another article:] that the PD supported opening the files, but that to the northeastern areas, which had suffered the most. The Ministry of Defense and the Pentagon agreed that representatives of both sides would meet regularly, twice a year, to exchange views and assessments concerning the situation in the world and in the Balkans, and the state of the two armies. It was agreed that the American team attached to the Ministry of Defense would continue its mandate for the following year as well. Both sides will work intensively to establish various agreements and programs for the training and preparation of military personnel, with particular emphasis on training the non-commissioned officer contingent, based on the successful model of the American army, etc. The invitations Minister Zhulali extended to Mr. Les Aspin and General Kolin Pauell to visit Albania were accepted. [Text begins mid-sentence:] ...including important centers for the training of soldiers, non-commissioned officers and officers. Under the program drawn up according to the requirements and interests of modernizing the Albanian army, the Albanian delegation visited the naval training center in Orlando, Florida; Randolph Air Force Base and training command in San Antonio, Texas; the infantry base at Port Boning, Georgia; the Special Forces base of the Rapid Deployment Corps (the Green Berets); and the 82nd Parachute Division at Fort breg, North Carolina. During the respective briefings and exchange of views, our delegation and their American hosts agreed on the substantial opportunities for direct cooperation to strengthen the Albanian army. Particular interest was shown in creating a professional non-commissioned officer corps in the Albanian army and in the assistance to be provided for their training both in the USA and in Albania. Our delegation observed many training exercises. Mr. Zhulali also spoke with US Senator Karl Levin. The Albanian ambassador in Washington, Roland Bima, also took part in the visits mentioned above. On Saturday at noon, Defense Minister Safet Zhulali returned to his homeland. At Rinas Airport, he was received by the Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Ilia Vasho, etc. ATSH Those present at the meeting expressed their support for General Colin Powell. Mr. Zhulali thanked General Powell army through increased direct cooperation between the armed forces of our two countries. General Powell welcomed the American side’s readiness to increase the level of cooperation. At the conclusion of the meetings at the Pentagon with the chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Colin Powell, Mr. Zhulali thanked General Powell to increase the level of cooperation. The invitations extended by Minister Zhulali to Mr. Les Aspin and General Colin Powell to visit Albania were warmly received by them. Minister Zhulali visited [unclear] one of the largest military bases, which are supported as a priority—former owners during the privatization process.

TV viewers followed closely and the democratic government to the Shishtavec area, where local people welcomed them with songs and dances. What is interesting is that this area is the birthplace of presidential candidate comrade Namik Dokle, who in parliament speaks with clenched fists and calls for dictatorship in the name of his fellow villagers. Perhaps that day, at the gathering in Shishtavec to welcome Mr. Selami, Dosti, Spahia, Kalakula, Manushi, etc., Mr. Dokle’s family had also come out! But how would his fellow villagers welcome the communist leader N. Dokle, who escaped being pelted with tomatoes in Shkoder and the next day called the entire democratic people of Shkoder “criminals”!? So now, Mr. Dokle, in whose name will you speak in parliament, in the name of which voters will you declare a vote against the PD, the human rights law, or the constitution?? In the name of those who welcomed PD chairman Mr. Selami with songs and dances, or in the name of “Zeri i popullit”?...

— Strong support from the citizens of Tirana for the Assembly, the President, the Government, and the Democratic Party Yesterday afternoon at 17:00, PD Tirana organized a peaceful protest rally in the square in front of the People’s Assembly building, attended by a large number of PD supporters, intellectuals, and citizens of Tirana. On the banners reading “Down with corruption,” “Fatos Nano, the leader of the thieves,” “Youth against corruption,” “Down with communism,” “We support the Albanian Parliament,” “We support the democratic government,” etc., and through the chants “Criminals and thieves before the court,” “Heroic Tirana with the Democratic Party,” “Fatos the thief,” etc., those present expressed their strong protest against corruption by Nano and company and the efforts of social-communist forces to suspend the proceedings of the People’s Assembly. The banners and chants also expressed their strong support for the Assembly, President Sali Berisha, the Government, and the Democratic Party. Speaking on behalf of the organizers and those present, the MP and secretary of the PD Tirana branch, Mr. Shaban Memia, stressed: “We demand that the justice authorities review the procedure for the arrest of F. Nano and his corrupt associates; we demand that the People’s Assembly pass as soon as possible laws to investigate illegal business dealings and corruption and to punish communist genocide. The people demand a new Democratic Constitution, and we publicly denounce the adventures of the PS and its allies. We demand that the state apparatus be purged of the corrupt and those opposed to democratic reform; we demand that former owners be given priority during the privatization process.” At the rally, with the demand that former owners be given priority, speeches were delivered by Messrs. Eduard Selami, Petrit Kalakula, Berin Çela, and the chairman of the National Association of Former Political Prisoners, Mr. Kurt Kola. They supported the citizens’ demands and assured them that the PD and the democratic government would continue the fight against corruption to the very end, with the most corrupt, Fatos Nano, at its head. RD CORRESPONDENT

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TV viewers followed with interest the report on the visit by representatives of the PD and the democratic government to the Shishtavec area, where the local people welcomed them with songs and dances.