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Rilindja Demokratike

E premte 12 maj 1995

PD - Party of the centre-right, the party of the majority

Prof. Dr. Tritan Shehu, Secretary General of the PD What best distinguishes Albanian politics in relation to the pluralism of the countries of Eastern and Central Europe is, among other things, the fact that in our country the left-wing opposition confronts and fights the right-wing government and not a centrist government. This political reality best reflects the indisputable truth that the Albanian government and the government of the Democratic Party since January 1992 have been and have always been a right-wing government. As early as July 1992, at the Second Congress of the PDSH, this political force clearly defined its place in the Albanian political spectrum, taking on the attributes of a centre-right party. In particular, this definition was based on the concept and practice in the field of human and family rights and freedoms, in economic and social reform, in the field of governance, etc. In overall terms, this meant a clear break from the Marxist ideology of dictatorship, as well as a clear orientation toward a social-conservative philosophy that was best embodied in the governance of the country. Everyone understands that the PD government, from its very beginnings, has been based on a comprehensive economic and social liberalization, while consistently maintaining the concept of constitutional government, with the important role and place of the state, in keeping with the conditions of a transitional society. Remaining consistent with this orientation clearly defined since 1992, the left-wing forces in Albania, and especially the socialists, vainly try to sway domestic and foreign public opinion to the contrary, presenting the Democratic Party as an extreme-right force. Their efforts in this direction are part of internal political calculations and aim to prevent the clear affirmation of the right-wing spectrum in Albania. This clarity has been and remains important also in the Democratic Party's relations with foreign partners. The PD's accession to the Democratic Christian International, its relations with centre-right parties in Europe, as well as its support for the market economy and the rule of law, are concrete evidence of its political profile. This places the PD not merely as a temporary governing force, but as the majority party that represents broad social interests and Albania's Western orientation. Within this framework, ideological clashes with the left are inevitable. They are linked to the interpretation of the past, the pace of reforms, the relationship between the state and the market, as well as the concept of pluralist democracy. But regardless of the polemical tone, what remains essential is that the Albanian political scene is consolidating around a clear axis: the governing right and the opposition left. This is a significant difference from many other post-communist countries, where ideological boundaries have been less clear. (partial text, some lines unreadable)
Tritan Shehu Shqipëri Europes Lindore Europë

"This is a great step not only for us, but also for Kosovo's present and future"

On coalition negotiations in Albania The latest developments on the Albanian political scene have taken on particular importance in the eyes of the Albanian factor in Kosovo. Assessments of the relations between political forces in Albania and their impact on the national question remain at the centre of attention. According to the visible text on the page, the article deals with the way coalition negotiations and the positioning of Albanian parties can affect Kosovo's present and future. (most of the paragraph text is unreadable in the image)
Kosovë Shqipëri

A speculation by Kadasha falls apart

By Dhimitër of the People's Assembly The article in this space is partially readable. Fragments can be seen that relate to political exchanges, accusations and counter-accusations about public and parliamentary positions. The full text cannot be clearly read from the provided photograph. (illegible text)
Kadashës

The message of this 50th anniversary is the message of greater responsibility for the future

Interview with President Berisha after his return from London, Paris, and Moscow given to RTSH The message of this 50th anniversary is the message of greater responsibility for the future Interview with President Berisha after his return from London, Paris, and Moscow given to RTSH Prepared by: Alekandër Meksi [?] The President of the Republic, Mr. Sali Berisha, in an interview with Albanian TV after his return from London, Paris and Moscow, spoke about the importance of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary and about the political and national message that this anniversary carries. The visible text emphasizes that this jubilee should serve as an occasion for reflection and as a moment to increase responsibility toward the future. He also dwells on the contacts and meetings held during the visits to the European capitals and to Moscow, as well as on the assessments of foreign partners regarding developments in Albania. (Most of the text in the column is unreadable.)
Sali Berisha Londër Paris Moskë Shqipëri

The Albanian flag is raised

The Albanian flag is raised In the New York museum According to FB At the stroke of the hour, the Albanian flag is raised. In one of the halls of the New York museum, objects, photographs and materials related to Albanian history have been placed. The raising of the flag is presented as an event of particular symbolic significance for the Albanian community. (the full text is not clearly readable)
Nju Jorkut