The academic year began at the University of Gjirokastër “Eqerem Çabej” Yesterday in the People's Assembly Alish Dragoši is becoming deleteve Albanian and Croatian officials before the President The President of the Republic, Mr. Sali Berisha, took part yesterday in the inauguration and opening of the work of the pedagogical university “Eqerem Çabej” in Gjirokastër. Sali Berisha told the students and faculty that the University of Gjirokastër reflects a vital need of Albanian education, which will radiate from the south toward the north. Also present at the ceremony establishing the university were the Speaker of the People's Assembly, Dr. Pjetër Arbnori, and ministers. The President: The creation of this university is a notable event in the history of our national education and culture. I express my satisfaction that, as we inaugurate two faculties of the universities, two of the strongest premises for the development of a country are being put into action in their foundation: education and culture. A nation that does not look far ahead for the development of universities, that does not measure its aspirations through the schooling and education of generations, does not build the future. He stated that the young Albanian generation is the most educated generation the country's history has known and deserves more room. The President said that this event is especially important because it is taking place in Gjirokastër, a city with a rich educational and cultural tradition. The President emphasized that the university bears the name of the distinguished linguist Eqerem Çabej, honoring a great figure of Albanian culture. The President underlined that this university will make a valuable contribution to the training of future teachers and specialists. The President added that the development of higher education is a fundamental condition for the modernization of the country. The President called for full support for the new university. The President wished the students and faculty success for the start of the new academic year. President Berisha stressed that the opening of the university is proof of the state's commitment to knowledge and culture.

Interview with Mr. Pjetër Arbnori and the “RD” journalist, Sejfulla Shehu Arbnori: Some newspapers, such as “Koha Jonë”, are dying to sell copies by slandering my name and my family. Question: Do you think that in Albania there are efforts to target political figures? Answer: I think so. In particular, all kinds of speculations are circulating in order to smear public figures. When they have no facts, they invent stories. Question: Does this have anything to do with the political debates of the time? Answer: Yes, because when they cannot win with arguments, they attack with slander. These are old methods. Question: What position will you take? Answer: I will turn to the competent authorities and defend my honor. The law exists to protect the citizen. Question: How do you see the role of the press? Answer: The press must be free, but also responsible. Slander cannot be called freedom. Question: Does this affect family life? Answer: Of course it does, but my family knows these attacks and withstands them. Question: What message do you have for readers? Answer: Not to fall prey to false sensationalism. In the photo, Mr. Pjetër Arbnori during an interview

The President of the Republic, Mr. Sali Berisha, sent a telegram of condolence to the President of Macedonia, Kiro Gligorov, on the death of academician Bllazhe Koneski. The telegram states that his name was linked to a new era in the development of Slavic linguistics and culture in Macedonia. President Berisha considers him a distinguished personality of science and culture.

Yesterday in the People's Assembly The Prosecutor General, Arben Rakipi, has asked the People's Assembly to lift the immunity of MP Alish Dragoši, so that the prosecution can continue the criminal proceedings against him. According to the submitted materials, the deputy faces charges related to violations of the law and actions incompatible with the office of MP. During the session, the procedures to be followed by the relevant committee were discussed. Various deputies called for transparency and respect for the law. The matter is expected to be examined further on page 2.

Pellumbi does not understand, politicians say The Socialist Party spokesperson’s interview on political developments is another proof of this force’s difficulty in breaking away from the old mentality. In his statements, polemical tones and a lack of a clear opposition vision appear. The author notes that the communist leadership fails to understand the rules of democratic competition. The article continues on page 2.

In the Savings Bank order no. 30 and 31 of January 1995, together with the order of the Ministry of Finance, compensation payments will be made to former political persecuted persons. For persons holding the relevant booklet, payments will be carried out according to the established order. The amounts and deadlines have been made public in the relevant notice. This process continues on page 2.

(ATSH) In a festive setting, in connection with the work of the National Agency for Industrial Privatization and more broadly with the progress of economic reform, the General Director of the Agency for Industrial Privatization, Pëllumb Nako, held a working meeting with specialists and local leaders. Representatives of the Përmet and Këlcyrë districts discussed the progress of the process and the problems that need to be solved.

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Rilindja Demokratike “The socialist serdolepka” Avanosi slanders with his finger[?] Luan Ramallari, astonished, “the new time” tears him apart with letters like a rooster. Nikë mëhalla sheds tears for the minister Gjirokastër. Avanosi, who does not spare efforts to turn Ramalli into a “brave man” and call him a “cannibal stirred by water”