The criminal weapon of the State Security - the pivot of the two extremes of the Albanian press The Democratic Party emerged and grew on the hope, faith and optimism of the people. It was born in an extremely difficult situation for Albania. The collapse of the communist system and the old totalitarian order could be achieved only through a new democratic force. It was a harsh Stalinist dictatorship, with the strongest repressive apparatus in Eastern Europe. In this context, the Democratic Party rose as the free expression of a long-standing national aspiration for pluralism, freedom and the rule of law. From the outset, it faced many opponents, propaganda, pressure, infiltration and political violence. In particular, the criminal weapon of the State Security remained the axis of action for destabilization, provocation and the incitement of the extremes of political conflict. This weapon operated in several directions: 1) by encouraging the creation and activity of extremist groups on the right and left, in order to damage the image of the democratic opposition; 2) by using provocateurs to exploit social discontent and turn it into political clashes; 3) by striking the new institutions of democracy, in order to prevent the consolidation of the rule-of-law state; 4) the voice of the past disguising itself under the guise of pseudo-democracy. In this sense, the battle of the Democratic Party has not been, and is not, merely an electoral battle. It is a historic mission: to build democracy, defend pluralism, isolate extremism and dismantle the old networks of political terror. This requires vigilance, unity, democratic culture and a strong connection with the citizen. Democracy is defended not only with words, but with institutions, law and political morality. (continued on page 8)

Çeka, but by President Rugova, parliament and the Government of Kosovo The people of Kosovo are not represented by Çeka, but by President Rugova, parliament and its Government (from page 1) The perspective of Kosovo in the newspaper bearing its name. In Kosovo, no one speaks on behalf of a single man, but on behalf of the institutions that emerged from the free vote of the citizens. Today, when efforts are being made to present cooperation with Serbia as a possible solution, it is necessary to state clearly that the people of Kosovo are represented by President Rugova, by parliament and by the Government of the Republic of Kosovo. Any attempt to bypass this legitimacy is an infringement of the popular will and harms the Albanian national cause. The position of Kosovo’s institutions is based on peaceful resistance, civic organization and the aspiration for freedom. (continued on page 8)

The answers of the French ambassador to "RILINDJA DEMOKRATIKE", J. DAMONVILLE Answers to the questions of the newspaper "RILINDJA DEMOKRATIKE", the French minister responsible for Franco-Albanian relations, FLINDA DEMORAYAKE, French official in charge of Franco-Albanian relations. Answers to the newspaper’s questions: 1) - Starting from the view of "Tribuna" that the future of Albanian democracy depends more on the arrival of French democrats in power than on the Albanian government, where do you actually see the role of the external factor in Albanian democracy? 2) - Mr. Minister, do you think there are signs that the Albanian communists will return to power? 3) - Is there a risk that the extreme right or left could get out of control and destabilize the country? 4) - Mr. Minister, can we in some way consider that Albania will remain alone in the Albanian-French democratic process? 5) - How do you see relations between France and Albania in the long-term perspective? 6) - In Albania we often hear that French policy is favoring stability at the expense of democracy. How do you respond? Franco-Albanian relations have seen positive development. France supports Albania on its path toward democracy and a market economy. It is important that reforms continue and democratic institutions are consolidated. (continued on page 8)

Announcement from the press and information office attached to the Prime Minister At the meeting of 1 November 1993 of the government cabinet, economic and administrative issues of importance were examined. Measures were approved for several priority areas of government activity. On revenues and expenditures, investments and certain issues of state property administration. Afterwards, several appointments and dismissals in the state apparatus were decided. (continued on page 4)

Keeping alive Enver Hoxha’s ideas. The Plenum of the 122 Party members and monolithic culture The Plenum of the 122 Party members and the tender monolithic culture below. (continued on page 4)

By Q. H. 3 November 1993 is a bitter day for the commemoration of Ismail Qemali. Instead of serving as a moment of tribute and national reflection, this date is being used for empty polemics and distorted interpretations. The figure of Ismail Qemali belongs to the history of the Albanian state and must be treated with dignity. Any attempt to use him for narrow political interests is unacceptable. (continued on page 4)

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