- Nano’s trial was declared in the Democratic Party in early February, more than two months ago. - Nano’s lawyers continue to invent procedural difficulties - the case file was sent back for further investigations, but in order to bring a new charge: “misappropriation” In truth, the people’s truths, the court with all its levels, and the Albanian justice system are working according to the law, regardless of what street propaganda says. To be honest, we must say that the Nano case deserves careful examination because it has aroused considerable interest. This is not because it is at the center of the opposition press’s attention, but because it presents a special case. In the Albanian courts so far, as far as is known, no such case has been brought. Because it is not simply a man who is being tried, but a former prime minister. That makes everyone sensitive. Now much revolves around an accusation that is considered unproven. At least that is what Fatos Nano’s defense lawyers say. But up to now this fact has been considered normal, even by the Minister of Justice and by the General Prosecutor’s Office. On other occasions, when for various reasons the prosecution has not prepared the case files properly, it has withdrawn them again in order to review them. The truth is that only Nano’s file is being commented on with such insistence, but that is not a sin in itself. On the contrary, the transparency of this process, in respect of pluralism and freedom of the press, may also be considered an indicator of democracy in Albania. On the other hand, it is understandable that one cannot try a former prime minister of the country without bringing proper arguments and without being fully convinced of the bringing of the charge. Therefore this case is being handled with special care and attention. As the Prosecutor General has also stated, further expert examinations are expected to determine precisely the economic damage caused. Meanwhile, one cannot remain silent in the face of the fact that opposition propaganda continues to make noise with slander. It creates the impression that Nano’s trial has been thrown out. The truth is quite different. The file was returned for the completion of the investigations, which is a procedure well known in judicial practice. Moreover, the very fact that the case is being examined in a regular, public process refutes all accusations that this is a matter of political revenge. It is not propaganda that decides, but the court. And the court cannot be replaced by speeches in squares, by hasty statements, or by the noise of the street. Therefore, anyone who tries to present the return of the file as a failure of justice is doing nothing other than attempting to manipulate public opinion.

From President Berisha’s meetings in Brussels -Mr. Sali Berisha with Mr. Klaus Kinkel From President Berisha’s meetings in Brussels HELP FROM THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY HAS BEEN VITAL FOR ALBANIA’S DEVELOPMENT -Mr. Sali Berisha with Mr. Klaus Kinkel In the various meetings of the President of the Republic, Sali Berisha, with senior representatives of the European Community, appreciation was expressed for the assistance given to Albania and for the need to intensify it further. The talks emphasized that the assistance of the European Community has been vital for the country’s development and stabilization. President Berisha pointed to the efforts being made by the Albanian government to push forward economic and institutional reforms. Mr. Berisha stressed that Albania needs ongoing support in this difficult phase of transition. He praised the role of the European partners and expressed his conviction that cooperation with them will expand. In this context, concrete assistance and technical support projects that have been given to Albania were mentioned. With the German Chancellor Helmut Kohl and other European figures, President Berisha also addressed issues of regional security and Albania’s relations with neighboring countries. In this context, the importance of European integration and the strengthening of democratic institutions was underlined.

-Jolena with intellectuals, a cradle or independent -PD- a spirit and culture of youth activities A meeting was held in Tirana to create the sub-branch of the Democratic Party for intellectuals. At this meeting, the role of intellectuals in democratic processes and the need for their more active involvement in the country’s political and social life were discussed. It was emphasized that this sub-branch will serve as a bridge of communication between the party structures and the intellectual world. The participants spoke about the need to affirm the values of free thought, pluralism, and civic debate. The importance of cooperation between intellectuals and young people, as well as with other social groups, was also underlined in order to help consolidate democratic processes. Ideas were put forward at the meeting for organizing cultural activities and thematic discussions.

THE PRESIDENT’S DECREE ON THE TERMINATION OF THE SPECIAL MANDATE OF THE MILITARY GUARD IS APPROVED At the regular session of the People’s Assembly, the President’s decree concerning the termination of the special mandate was examined and approved. The deputies discussed at length the content of the decree and its legal and institutional consequences. The discussions emphasized respect for constitutional procedures and the need for the normal functioning of institutions. Some deputies presented their views on the importance of this decision in the framework of administrative reform and the strengthening of legality. In the end, the Assembly approved the decree by a majority vote.

ON THE ECONOMIC STANDARD IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF REFORMS IN ALBANIA In an assessment made by a foreign representative, it was emphasized that the democratic government in Albania has managed to secure notable economic development compared with the previous period. According to him, the implementation of reforms has brought visible improvements in administration and in economic indicators. He focused on the measures taken to stabilize finances, encourage private initiative, and improve the investment climate. The difficulties accompanying the transition were also mentioned, but it was assessed that the direction of reforms is the right one and that the results are visible.

199, boulevard Saint-Germain - 75007 PARIS “KOHA JONË” NEWSPAPER OF THE PSSh French News Opinion Affair (1991, 1, 9, 1?) [?] (1, 1, 1?) [?] L’Argus (1991, 5, 5?) [?] (1991, 5, 6?) [?] (1991, 5, 7?) [?] (1991, 5, 8?) [?] (1991, 5, 9?) [?] (1991, 5, 10?) [?] In this article entitled “Newspaper” [?], references and bibliographic notes are provided for various publications, including the newspaper “Koha Jonë”, with the publisher’s address in Paris and with subdivisions such as “News”, “Opinion”, “Affair”. The text is partly illegible in the image.

PROTEST ADDRESSED TO THE NEWSPAPER “ZËRI I POPULLIT” Recently, “Silence...” [?] has become a major preoccupation [...]. In this context, the author protests against misinformation and distorted interpretations that, according to him, were published in the newspaper “Zëri i Popullit”. The full text is partly illegible due to the quality of the image and the orientation of the page. ALBANIAN COMMITTEE FOR THE DEFENSE OF HUMAN RIGHTS