PRESIDENT BERISHA RECEIVES SWISS PARLIAMENTARIANS
Yesterday President Berisha received in a special meeting a group of Swiss parliamentarians, the chairman of the Christian Social parliamentary group Dr. Tschäppat, the vice-chairman of the Christian Social group and other members of the delegation.
He assessed the visit of this delegation to our country as a clear expression of the Swiss parliament's interest in Albania's democratic and economic reforms and in the development of relations between the two countries.
The President pointed out that, being independent from the executive power, the Swiss legislature has an important role both in assessing developments in Albania and in assistance and concrete bilateral cooperation.
He once again highlighted the hope of the Albanian government for a further deepening of Albanian-Swiss relations in all fields, especially in the economic field.
He also once again highlighted the impact of political and economic stability in Albania, as a necessary condition for attracting foreign investors.
Both sides expressed the desire to intensify cooperation in the field of investments, through the creation of joint ventures and the exchange of experience, especially in banking.
Mr. Tschäppat, on behalf of the delegation, positively assessed democratic developments and Albania's efforts to build a market economy, and expressed readiness to assist in the further development of bilateral relations.
GREECE TRIES TO DISPLAY ITS HYPOCRITICAL JUSTICE EVERYWHERE
-Statement of the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs-
The press representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Kujtim Çashku, declared that, regarding the statements of Greece's Foreign Minister Karolos Papulias in Athens, the Albanian side wishes to make it clear that Albania remains determined in its policy of good-neighborly relations, but cannot accept that Greece attempts to impose double standards in dealing with issues affecting the sovereignty and dignity of our country.
He stressed that any attempt to present Albania as an obstacle to dialogue is unfounded and does not serve the climate of regional cooperation.
The Albanian side remains open to constructive dialogue and to resolving issues in accordance with international norms, but will not accept pressure, insinuations and distortions of reality.
(PRESS INFORMATION)