Association with the EU is our major interest Optimism for the future, but the state of democracy remains a permanent concern The talks will begin within a period of 2 years EDI RAMI Association with the EU is our major interest of the Albanian government for the years ahead. This was one of the conclusions yesterday of the meeting held by the President of the Republic, Sali Berisha, with the President of the Council of Europe, Klaus Hans van den Broek, and the European Union Commissioner for external relations, Hans van den Broek[?]. Dr. Berisha described Van den Broek’s visit to Albania as "very fruitful" and said that it was taking place at a time when Albania is working firmly for its integration into Euro-Atlantic structures. An important part of the talks with the EU representatives, the Albanian president said, concerned economic relations, participation in the democratization process, and support for economic reforms. "The progress and achievements of our reforms have been important, but we are still at the beginning of the road and we need their help," President Berisha said. According to the President of the EC, the positive attitude toward democratic and economic reforms in Albania, as well as support for the pace of these reforms, also determines the further constructive stance, encouraging the country on the path of reform. He stressed that association and talks will begin within a period of 2 years. The President of the Republic, Sali Berisha, received the member of the American Congress, Amo Houghton The American congressman reveals the correspondence of Ramiz Alia with Nexhmije Hoxha[?] and the memoranda bearing the signature of Enver Hoxha[?] and Zejza[?] ... [?] The American President[?] reveals the correspondence of Ramiz Alia with Nexhmije Hoxha[?] and the memoranda bearing the signature of Enver Hoxha[?] and Zejza[?]

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alain Juppe, is awaiting talks on "a European agreement" with Albania Economic, The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alain Juppe, met yesterday at the Council of Ministers of the European Union with the Albanian foreign minister, Alfred Serreqi. According to the information available so far, talks are expected on "a European agreement" with Albania, which implies bringing democratic norms and state capacity in the economic field into line with the standards of the European Union. France holds the rotating presidency of the EU and Albania has now become part of the discussions in the circles of Europe’s high diplomacy. (Albania on page 2)

Yesterday, information was circulating in the Italian media according to which Albania’s inclusion in the Partnership for Peace will lead it to take part in NATO meetings at future sessions. This is one of the signs of our country’s involvement in Euro-Atlantic structures and an important political development for regional security. (Albania on page 2)

The President of the Republic, Sali Berisha, received the member of the American Congress, A. Houghton Mr. Amo Houghton, at the beginning of the meeting, after being briefed on the privatization process in our country and on the major steps Albania has taken toward the democratization of Albanian society and economy, praised the seriousness of the democratic processes. He expressed satisfaction at being in Albania and praised our country’s efforts toward reform and integration. This meeting also discussed the importance of good Albanian-American relations and the possibilities for American investments in the country. President Berisha pointed out that Albania is moving forward on its path toward a market economy and that these changes are irreversible. Mr. Houghton welcomed these steps and assured them of American interest in developments in Albania. MORRESI I TVP I will thank this country for the catastrophic overturn[?] in northern Korea[?]...

The head of the opposition is dazed but not stunned Sidore[?] The chairman of the presidium of the conference of popular chairmen, Mr. Albert Brojka, presented the situation that had arisen in Tirana. According to him, the Albanian opposition is following a confrontational path and is trying to create artificial tension in political life. He said that the European Union values institutional stability and the pace of reforms. I do not think that political parties are lacking in this country, he said, but that what is lacking is a culture of dialogue among some opposition leaders. He added that criticism from European partners is useful when it helps the country move forward, but not when it is exploited for internal propaganda. The President of the Republic stressed that Albania has taken important steps toward integration and that the country must work seriously on democratic standards. Adapted by, E. FALOKA

The Speaker of Parliament, Mr. Pjeter Arbnori, during the meeting with the President of the Council of Europe, Mr. Van den Broek, after describing this visit to our country as an event of great importance, said that it is part of the ongoing efforts to bring Albania closer to Europe. He assessed that our country has clearly defined its orientation toward parliamentary democracy and a market economy. The meeting also discussed the reform process, privatization, legislation and the need to strengthen the rule of law. The ongoing contacts with European institutions and the support they are giving our country were praised. Mr. Van den Broek expressed his appreciation for developments in Albania and stressed that its integration into European structures remains an important perspective. (Albania on page 2)

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