From President Sali Berisha's activities at the World Summit in Copenhagen US President Bill Clinton and French President Jacques Chirac, together with the Prime Minister of Japan Tomiichi Murayama, Turkey's Prime Minister Tansu Çiller, the Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia Çakirbej and the Prime Minister of Egypt, took part in the inauguration of the Albanian Headquarters office in Copenhagen, where the President of the Republic, Mr. Sali Berisha, had arrived to participate in the World Summit for Social Development. At the numerous bilateral and multilateral meetings held by our president with heads of state and government, appreciation was expressed for Albania's stabilizing role in the region, for the democratic and economic reforms, and for the need for further support for our country. President Berisha held talks with the Secretary-General of the United Nations, with representatives of the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, as well as with leaders of the Nordic countries and the Balkan countries. These meetings highlighted the importance of Albania's integration into Euro-Atlantic structures and of strengthening economic cooperation with developed countries. The President of the Republic emphasized that Albania remains determined on the path of reforms and the building of the rule of law, guaranteeing respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. He underlined that Albanian democracy needs concrete international support in order to face the difficulties of the transition and the challenges of development. UNASHI HATA FUNCTION/MAJAL - THE LAST 12 MONTHS /OF VALUE[?] FUNCTION/MAJAL - THE PREVIOUS 12 MONTHS[?]

"Washington Post" places our country among the countries with the highest economic growth "Washington Post" today publishes in its social column a survey organized by "GALLUP" in 22 European countries, including Albania, to observe how citizens assess their family finances. In addition, the survey asked people what their impression is of their country's economy, of the reforms being carried out, and of which institutions or political groupings they trust. Albanians rank second only to Estonians in terms of satisfaction with their family finances. 73 percent of the Albanians surveyed said they feel satisfied or very satisfied with the state of their family finances. On the list, Albanians are clearly ahead of countries such as the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovenia, Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania. The survey also says that Albanians are among the most optimistic peoples about their country's economy and the progress of reforms, expressing greater confidence in state institutions and in the political forces that support change. According to the article, Albania ranks among the countries with the highest economic growth in Eastern Europe, and this largely explains the climate of optimism in Albanian society. The "Washington Post" correspondent for Eastern Europe emphasizes that this result is especially striking when compared with the high level of skepticism observed in other countries in the region.

After visiting Sarandë naval unit “SPEARHEAD 95/1” yesterday, the exercise begins today After visiting the Sarandë naval unit yesterday, the President of the Republic and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mr. Sali Berisha, took part in various military activities within the framework of Albanian-American cooperation. In this context, the joint Albanian-American exercise “MIDEXCUR 95/1” begins today, aimed at raising the level of readiness of our armed forces and strengthening cooperation with American partners. Official sources state that these activities involve units of the Albanian army and American specialists, who will carry out joint exercises in the fields of reconnaissance, communications and coordinated military operations. The President's visit to Sarandë was assessed as important support for reforms in the army and for its modernization.

Korçë, 11 March The First Secretary of the Embassy of the United States in Tirana, Mr. Xhan Xhojs[?], and the deputy American military attaché, Major Xhon Baumgartner, held a meeting yesterday with the prefect of Korçë. The meeting discussed several aspects of bilateral cooperation and the situation in the prefecture of Korçë. After the meeting, the American representatives visited a number of local institutions and expressed interest in the progress of reforms and in the climate of calm and mutual understanding in this area. According to local sources, the talks held assessed positively the cooperation with the local authorities and their role in maintaining order and supporting the democratic processes.

Tomorrow at noon, Greece's Foreign Minister, Mr. Karolos Papulias, arrives in Tirana for an official two-day visit. During his visit he is expected to meet the President of the Republic, the Prime Minister and his Albanian counterpart. According to official sources, the talks will focus on bilateral relations, economic cooperation, border issues and minority problems, as well as developments in the region. The Greek minister's visit is seen as an important step in improving relations between the two countries after the tensions of previous periods.

The Socialists still hold the monopoly on corruption today The socialist leadership has only one mission: to prevent the consolidation of democracy in Albania Facts show that it is Deputy Gjushi who does not want Albania to become constitutional Time gave you a chance that you did not know how to use Doke returns once again to an overused issue Do as I tell you and not as I do