• in trying to save the bloc, the Vargmal Segment, “Përpjekja”, “PDK”, “PD e Gjetshit”, “PZ”, “Pajtesa”, and Nano’s group. Amid the innumerable series of fabricated lies, slander, and malicious inventions that the Socialist Party and its press have put together these days against the PD, democracy, and pluralism in Albania, the Albanian reader is now becoming familiar with the plan of the red-and-black coalition to destabilize the country. In a country with normal conditions of press freedom and political debate, certain anti-PD centers, disguised in various ways but closely tied to the communist bloc mentality, are unleashing a fierce campaign of denigration against the Democratic Party. In the pages of newspapers and on public platforms, they appear as “new forces,” but in essence they are direct heirs of the bloc-minded spirit. In this context, “Përpjekja”, “PDK”, “PD e Gjetshit”, “PZ”, “Pajtesa” and Nano’s grouping are mentioned, which, according to the article, while wanting to save the bloc, are ultimately serving the same purpose: weakening the PD and restoring political obsolescence. The article continues in polemical tones against the authors and inspirers of this movement, describing them as the architects of a well-prepared “scenario” for splitting the anti-communist opposition and creating confusion among the public. According to the text, the final goal is the rehabilitation of figures and structures that recent history has condemned. (Continues on page 6)

Yesterday, the PD headquarters received Mr. Ylber Maliqi, chairman of the youth wing of this party, accompanied by organizational secretary Mr. Ali Ahmeti. The meeting was also attended by Mr. Edmond Spaho, organizational secretary of the PDSH, as well as Mr. Edi Paloka, vice-chairman of the Youth Forum of this party. During the meeting, they discussed the political situation in Macedonia, particularly the position of the Albanians there. The PPD delegation raised concerns about discrimination and the disregard of the national and human rights of Albanians in Macedonia. For his part, Mr. Eduard Selimi emphasized the importance of cooperation among Albanian political forces in the region and expressed the solidarity of the PDSH with the efforts of Albanians in Macedonia for equality, democracy, and достойable political representation. At the end of the meeting, the desire was expressed to intensify contacts and coordinate positions on issues of common interest. PDSH Press and Information Service

Reply Favoring the line and the bitterness of left-wing extremism In its Friday article, the newspaper “ZP” dealt extensively with the latest meeting of the National Council of the Democratic Party. Instead of informing objectively, it has returned to the old language of slander and political insinuation. According to the author, “ZP” presents the internal debate within the PD forums in a distorted way, trying to create the impression that this party is divided and has no alternative. In reality, the text says, the discussions in the National Council demonstrated political maturity, freedom of thought, and the will for deep reforms. The article argues with the way the left close to “ZP” tries to discredit the intellectuals who have drawn closer to the PD. Precisely a PD with an intellectual dimension and reformist capacity is presented as the reason why “ZP” reacts nervously. In the end, the author calls on readers not to fall prey to propagandistic distortions and to judge on the basis of facts. (Continues on page 4)

In the name of reform, it seems, Mr. Kalakula has launched a public offensive against several well-known figures of the PD, trying to portray them as an obstacle to the party’s internal democratization. But according to this article, this approach is neither impartial nor sincere. The author notes that Mr. Kalakula’s criticisms are not aimed at constructive debate, but at creating an atmosphere of distrust toward the elected structures and the figures who have borne the main burden of the opposition in the most difficult years. The article raises the question of whether his stance is actually a reformist position or an attempt to block processes while dressing them up in the language of renewal. In this sense, the author calls for greater coherence, responsibility, and political sincerity. (Continues on page 4)

Two words, Prime Minister A. Meksi, enter the registry in their wave. The title and text are partly illegible because of the page quality and the orientation of the image.[?] The material mentions Poland and developments linked to the government, but an exact transcription of the column cannot be made without major guesswork. (Continues on page 6)

3rd Year of Publication No. 533 Tuesday 14 December 1993

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