Pogradec The President of the Republic of Albania, Sali Berisha, met yesterday in Pogradec with the President of the Republic of Macedonia, Kiro Gligorov, who is in Albania for a brief visit. In his statement, Macedonian President Gligorov said that this is an opportunity to meet President Berisha and to hold talks with him, for the benefit of consolidating friendly relations between our two peoples and our two countries. President Gligorov also considered important the talks with President Berisha as president of a neighboring country, which plays an important role in the region and has always contributed to stability in the Balkans. President Gligorov also praised the role of the Albanian factor in Macedonia for its peace and stability. Furthermore, he expressed confidence that problems related to education and the Albanian population will be resolved in the interest of the Albanian population. For his part, President Berisha considered this meeting with President Gligorov to be very important, especially because both countries are moving toward European integration and are laying the foundations for new relations in the region. President Berisha said that relations between the two countries have had positive developments, but in the future a new dynamic is needed to deepen them. President Berisha said that he supports good relations between the two countries and that relations between them are an important factor for stability in the region. He also praised the role of the Albanians in Macedonia as a factor of peace and stability and expressed confidence that their rights will be respected. (Photo on page 4) President of the Republic of Albania, Sali Berisha, and the President of the Republic of Macedonia, Kiro Gligorov

Who are the PD candidates Question from "RD": Will the parliamentary elections of 27 June be free, democratic, and with the participation of all political forces? Answer from the President of the Republic: They will be free and democratic. I do not believe there is any serious political force that thinks otherwise. The elections of 27 June will be monitored by several hundred foreign observers and hundreds of commissioners from the political parties. All the conditions for free and democratic elections are in place. Question from "RD": What about the left-wing opposition, whose representatives claim that the political climate is not suitable? Answer from the President of the Republic: The political climate has been and is such that all political forces can take part in the elections. In a free society, everyone has the right to express their opinion. But no one has the right to impose their will in contradiction to democratic rules. Question from "RD": Is there interference by the authorities in this campaign? Answer from the President of the Republic: Absolutely not. Power belongs not to a party, but to the state. The candidates are chosen by the party. That is its right. This is an internal matter of the party. Question from "RD": What are the main criteria for selecting candidates? Answer from the President of the Republic: The main criterion is honesty, commitment to reforms, the support they enjoy among the electorate, and the ability to represent citizens with dignity. (Photo on page 4)

LIBOFSHA IN THE MERCY OF BASHKIM KOÇI "Our prayer[?] once long live[?] for a happy life", today shows no-washing[?]! It was a meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture and properties in 1991, where reform and land distribution were discussed. Bashkim Koçi was also mentioned in the debate, as a person with influence in the area. The article talks about the situation in Libofshë and the role of old structures in blocking change. (Continued on page 4)

Lawyer Samblaku acknowledges the guilt of his client Fatos Nano Yesterday he asked the appellate court for the civil suit (i.e. the payment of the amount that has[?] been received as profit) because he set aside in due course[?] that the answer has not received the amount of the claim. In a part of the answer with the discriminator Nano he gave a sentence to a good part of it as time for this other profitable business. So how much did Nano sell if that is what he received? Has he received the amount gained from the privatization of the pearls[?] of profit? Or because he set aside in due course[?] that he is being falsely sued? The accused ref here business, the answer and Fatos Nano.

On 22 May, the Italian and Greek press, commenting on developments in Albania, published the false news that Gjirokastra had been taken by force by the Greek army. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Albania declares that this news is entirely untrue and fabricated. The Albanian armed forces are in their positions and on full alert for the defense of the country's territorial sovereignty. Any such speculation aims to damage the climate of calm and good-neighborly relations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Albania calls on public opinion and the foreign media not to fall prey to such disinformation. (Continued on page 4)

In Southern Greece Rakip Meta[?] Mr. Januz Kaçi[?] with[?] ... Events and comments on developments in Southern Greece. The article mentions Rakip Meta[?] and Januz Kaçi[?], as well as issues related to relations and the situation in the area. (Continued on page 4)

-Mizqaret of D[?] and Dh[?] are for those who change roads and water-supplies and not for thieves and those who tell tales around- THE NATURE OF MIZOR AND DEMOCRACY -Mizqaret of D[?] and Dh[?] are for those who change roads and water-supplies and not for thieves and those who tell tales around- Since in democracy choice is free and independent, no one can prevent the replacement of a leader. However, in our political practice behaviors often appear that do not correspond to the democratic spirit. Under these conditions, the author reflects on the nature of political debate, on the way the language of hatred is used, and on the need for higher democratic standards. (Continued on page 4)

In Ngazgën Qani forgave Sal[a?] Iliri from Mati and Njazi Meka[?] has sali[?] e[?] Yesterday, in Ngarinë[?] in Mati[?], Qani M[?] forgave Sali[?]. This event was widely discussed and commented on as an act of reconciliation and understanding. The meeting was also attended by local residents and local representatives. (Continued on page 4)

THE REALITY IN THE FACE OF ZP'S LIES ZP[?], this socialist[?], formalized the accusations against the commune service[?] in order to speculate on the water-supply project. The article rejects the claims and presents data on the real situation on the ground. The article emphasizes that investments have been carried out according to plan and that the obstacles have come from the previous administration. (Continued on page 4)