Press conference of PDSH chairman Eduard Selami, Secretary General Tritan Shehu, vice-chairmen Ali Spahia, Genc Pollo, Ylli Vejsiu ALTION DULAKU[?] A lack of calm is approving?[-?] of the constitution while creating new problems in that direction. In this context, the opposition leaders in the KPD, in order to promote the 1992 agreement and firmly stand against the constitutional referendum, have intensified their public statements in recent days, often incoherent, at times tendentious and strange. The latest of these was that of Mr. Teodor Laço on Albanian Television, where he said that the Democratic Party should postpone or stop the referendum; likewise, the nationwide criticism of the PDSH as a political force that is imposing solutions. For these positions, as well as for the opposition’s stance toward the constitutional process, yesterday the top leaders of the Democratic Party gave a press conference. MR. EDUARD SELAMI: — First of all, I want to make it clear to everyone that the Democratic Party does not have a monopoly over this constitution. We have been and remain ready for dialogue with the opposition and with all political forces on matters that concern the country’s interest. Naturally, we cannot accept that this dialogue be used to delay Albania’s democratic and institutional process. Regarding the opposition’s demands, I want to say that some of them are acceptable and can be discussed, but not all. There are also demands that were made only for political propaganda. It is clear that the constitutional referendum is already underway, with a legal basis and constitutional deadlines. Therefore, anyone who seeks to block it is in fact responsible for creating an institutional vacuum. MR. TRITAN SHEHU: — We are for compromise when compromise serves the country and not blockage. The opposition must understand that democracy is not built through a boycott of institutions or through ultimatums. It is built through participation, ideas and reasoned debate. The Democratic Party does not reject agreement, but it does reject political blackmail. If there is genuine will for cooperation, we are ready to show it at any moment. But we cannot allow Albania to remain hostage to narrow party calculations. The state needs clear constitutional foundations and citizens have the right to speak. MR. ALI SPAHIA: — The constitution is not the document of a single party. It is the fundamental contract of all citizens. Precisely for this reason we have insisted that the process be as transparent and open as possible. It is not true that the opposition has been left out; on the contrary, it has had every opportunity to contribute, but has often chosen to stay out and then complain about the lack of consensus. MR. GENC POLLO: — There is an effort to create the idea that the country is heading toward political confrontation because of the referendum. That is not correct. The confrontation is produced by those who want to use the constitution as a tool for political struggle. We believe that Albanian citizens are mature enough to judge for themselves. Let us give them the word. MR. YLLI VEJSIU: — The problem is not the lack of an invitation to dialogue, but the lack of willingness to respond to it. There have been meetings, proposals, and room for discussion. In the end, the decision must belong to the people. That is the truest meaning of democracy. (To be continued on page 2)

THE BLADE OF MEMORY AND THE LIGHT OF FREEDOM[?] VILHELM ACAJ This group of veterans from the “Misto Mame” combine paid an honorary visit on 17 November and held tributes at the “Martyrs’ Cemetery.” On this occasion, as part of the anniversary of the Liberation of Tirana, veterans and former partisans remembered with respect their fallen comrades and the anti-fascist struggle. Representatives of veterans’ organizations, citizens of Tirana and relatives of the martyrs took part in this activity. Flower wreaths were laid and welcoming speeches were delivered, emphasizing the role of the partisan generation in the liberation of the country. At the end, the participants expressed their conviction that the ideals of freedom and democracy must be preserved and passed on to the younger generations.

MEETING BETWEEN THE JOYFUL AND THE UNHAPPY[?] As part of the November celebrations, a warm gathering was held in a hall in Tirana with the participation of hundreds of students and teachers from various areas. The artistic program included folk songs and dances, recitations and various greetings. Those present valued this activity as an opportunity to bring generations closer together and preserve cultural tradition. At the end, the organizers distributed expressions of appreciation and thanks to the participants.

DUKAJ GJIN HATA Different positions taken by opposition representatives on the constitutional referendum have prompted many comments in public opinion. According to the author, their campaign with the call for “No” did not manage to convince citizens and was perceived as an attempt to block political developments. The analysis stresses that the arguments used were weak and often contradictory, while the strategy pursued did not produce the intended support. On the contrary, according to the article, it strengthened the conviction that the country needs institutional stability and the adoption of the state’s foundational acts.

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