From the visit of the Albanian parliamentary delegation led by Mr. Selami to Austria It is learned from Vienna that the chairman of the parliamentary group of the Austrian People's Party, Mr. Andreas Kohl, accompanied by the Austrian ambassador to Albania, Dr. Johann Christoph t, received in the chambers of the Austrian Parliament the Albanian parliamentary delegation led by Mr. Ali Spahia. Later, the President of the Austrian Parliament, Heinz Fischer, and the Vice President, Dr. Alois Mock, received them in a cordial meeting. Highly valuing the results of the economic and democratic reforms in Albania, they assessed that our country should have priority in Austrian foreign policy. Austria's commitment to including Albania in the Pentagonale initiative and the CEI was discussed. The need to continue economic assistance for Albania was also discussed, as well as the possibilities of including our country in regional development projects. The meeting also addressed issues of parliamentary cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations. (continued on page 2)

- Tirana - Yesterday the government approved - It is clear that at this moment, the slanderers of the Socialist Party and the newspaper “Zëri i Popullit” have come out in defense of the former head of anti-trafficking operations, arrested for fraud. “RD” reports that the Ministry of the Interior and the law-enforcement bodies are striking at corruption and abuses, while the old propaganda tries to distort this fight. The article says that this is the old logic of those who once defended illegal privileges and today seek to obstruct the cleansing of the administration. GOVERNMENT DECISIONS (continued on page 2)

The letter of Major Panajot Barka, published in the opposition press, is presented as an attempt to cast mud on the process of reforming law-enforcement structures. According to the article, the author seeks to portray himself as a victim, but the facts brought forward by the institutions shed light on his actions and responsibilities. The article emphasizes that no serious reform can avoid individual responsibility and that no one can stand above the law. (continued on page 6)

At a press conference, representatives of PAD addressed a number of current political issues, accusing the government of a lack of transparency and attempts to control institutions. Questions were raised about recent developments and the positions of different political forces. The article reflects the polemical tone of the political debate and points out the differences between the opposition and the majority. (continued on page 6)

For the development and dissolution of some ministries PEOPLE'S ASSEMBLY, TIRANA In support of articles 13 and 16 of Law No. 7491, dated 29.04.1991, “On the Main Constitutional Provisions”, at the request of the Chairman of the Council of Ministers, I PROPOSE: 1 - To split 2 - Ministry of Trade and Cooperation with Foreign Countries into the Ministry of Trade 3 - Ministry of Industry, Agriculture and Trade. 11. To establish. 2. Ministry of Industry, Agriculture and Trade. 3. Ministry of Finance Chairman of the Council of Ministers and President of the Republic Tirana, 19.10.1993 SALI BERISHA

B.B.D “Bashkimi i Bizneseve Demokratike” in cooperation with the industrialist Gaetano Tamma from Italy has opened a Sales and Order Exhibition in Tirana - for the sale of industrial equipment, food products, etc. - professional clothing, electrophoresis, generators, etc. - services for younger industrialists at favorable rates. Address: “Dëshmorët e Kombit” Boulevard Opposite the “Puppet Theater” No. 3 TIRANA