30/06/1995
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Rilindja Demokratike

30 June 1995

Albania full member of the Council of Europe

Europe votes unanimously for Albanian democracy The PDSH program is being realized: “WE WANT ALBANIA LIKE ALL OF EUROPE” Yesterday, on 29 June 1995, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe admitted Albania to the Council of Europe The Council of Europe’s assessment of Albania and an obligation to consolidate democracy. President Berisha on Albania’s membership in the Council of Europe The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe admitted Albania to the Council of Europe LORENC LISOKU Strasbourg Yesterday from 10:00 p.m., Albanian time, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg voted for Albania’s admission. Its 91 votes in favor are the clearest expression of the consensus with which today’s Europe is approaching our country. The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, which met yesterday in Strasbourg to decide on Albania’s membership, decided to admit Albania with 91 votes in favor. In the hall where the vote on Albania took place, the result was greeted with applause. Albania thus becomes the 36th member of the Council of Europe. 32 states voted for Albania, 6 delegations abstained. This great success for Albania expresses not only the broadest consensus for Albanian democracy, but also the positive assessment of the progress of political, constitutional, and economic reforms in our country. In the Council of Europe Assembly’s assessment of our country’s progress, the spirit of good cooperation, respect for human rights, democratic freedoms, respect for minorities, protection of property, as well as progress in the market economy were emphasized. In the approved document, the Council of Europe asks Albania for further commitments to consolidate the rule of law and democratic institutions. President of the Republic Sali Berisha has described this decision as a historic victory for the Albanian people and as a major step on the road to European integration. (Continued on page 4)

Great jubilee celebration on the occasion of Albania’s admission as a member of the Council of Europe

Our Albanians everywhere in the world are proud today, because Albania is entering the great European family with full rights, without any inferiority or submission complex. This is what President of the Republic Sali Berisha said in his speech before thousands of citizens, students, and high school pupils from the capital, who took part last night in the rally organized in “Skënderbej” Square on the occasion of Albania’s admission as a full member of the Council of Europe. (Continued on page 4)

President Berisha receives Mr. Benavides from the European Commission

The President of the Republic, Mr. Sali Berisha, received yesterday the representative of the European Commission, Mr. Benavides. During the meeting, they discussed relations between Albania and the European Union as well as progress in reforms in the country. (Continued on page 4)

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe admits Albania to the Council of Europe

LORENC LISOKU Strasbourg Yesterday from 10:00 p.m., Albanian time, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe voted for Albania. This was the vote that definitively sealed its admission and marked a historic moment for the country. A warm and favorable atmosphere for Albania prevailed in the hall, while the representatives praised the reform process and political stability. (Continued on page 2)

Postage stamp with the image of President Berisha

In commemoration of this historic act, Albanian Post has issued a postage stamp featuring President Berisha and motifs related to membership in the Council of Europe. (Continued on page 2)

A historic event for the Albanian nation. It continued from what began on March 22

This is a special assessment for the Albanian nation and for its democratic efforts. Yesterday’s decision in Strasbourg is closely linked to the path begun on March 22 and to the transformations that followed in the country. (Continued on page 2)

Prime Minister Meksi: It is a success and confirmation of the achievements of democracy

Prime Minister Aleksandër Meksi described Albania’s admission to the Council of Europe as a great success and as a confirmation of the achievements of Albanian democracy. (Continued on page 2)

President Sali Berisha received Mother Teresa

In a special meeting, President Sali Berisha received Mother Teresa. During the conversation, her figure and humanitarian contribution were praised. (Continued on page 2)

The Parliamentary Assembly gives its approval to Albania

The press of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe comments Guests of the Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe have commented positively on Albania’s admission and its European perspective. (Continued on page 2)

Celebrations at the PD headquarters

Late last night, hundreds of citizens gathered in front of the PD headquarters to celebrate Albania’s admission to the Council of Europe. (Continued on page 2)