Press conference of the President of AS, if parliamentary of the Council of Europe, Mr. Martinez The voice of the whole world, of all countries and of all peoples together respond to Miresevin with European families! You are in their right, it has created you in everything, and at the same time, also useful, unheard-of I do not mean the threats that the same thing makes, but if we turn back again, we cannot have there is no human thing of reason for parliamentary thoughts representing all parliamentary groups from all the countries of Europe in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. You have clearly expressed support for solving this problem through dialogue and through respect for human rights. You have created a new situation with your readiness for talks. We believe this is the right way to solve the issue and help the stability of the region. (To be continued on page 2) opportunity serves the admonishment for bigness in a mess Albania

I am more pleased and satisfied that a historic moment is taking place for Albania, that Albania is receiving special status as a country in the Council of Europe; such membership will have a major impact on the Albanian issue and on the problems of Kosovo and of Albanians in general. This is a very important step for the international affirmation of our country and for the rights of Albanians. (To be continued on page 2)

Xhavit Bukoshi, of Kosovo, of Gjuat, of Bukoshi, I am expressing that with the admission of Albania in the middle of the Council, and of Kosovo, and in the perspective of Europe. These are very important developments for Albanians as a whole and especially for Kosovo, because a stronger Albania represents greater support for the Kosovo issue as well. (To be continued on page 2)

President Berlina Pardo The congratulation opened the way for Albania’s membership in the Council of Europe, describing Albania as a country with a European perspective. While the voice of the opposition in Albania continues with critical tones toward the decision, political representatives from Kosovo, Macedonia and Europe regard this as an important development for the country’s democratic future and integration into European structures. Albania has made a great step toward integration into European democracies Kur Stjepberger, Ambassador of the Republic of Austria in Albania It has been a pleasure to state on behalf of the Austrian government that we welcome with pleasure Albania’s admission to the Council of Europe. This is an important assessment of the democratic and economic reforms that Albania is carrying out. Membership will help the country move further toward European standards. Albania increasingly represents and will increasingly approach European standards Paolo Foresti, Ambassador of the Republic of Italy in Tirana It is truly a pleasure that Albania has been admitted to this prestigious body. This is an important moment for Albania and for the entire region, because it shows that the country is moving along the right path of democratization and international cooperation. Entry into the Council of Europe has a special role for Albania and will reconfigure its position Gerald Wolf, Ausbe Kultur? of the German Embassy in Tirana Albania's entry into the Council of Europe marks an important step on the road to institutionalizing reforms and strengthening the rule of law. This is important not only for Albania, but also for regional stability. This admission gives the country and the Albanians European standards Lili Domi, Ambassador of the French Republic in Tirana I would like to consider it acceptable that Albania is taking an important step toward the standards of the Council of Europe and Western democracies. This decision can serve as encouragement for the continuation of reforms and for strengthening democratic institutions. PROI. DR. SHABADEMIRAJ Chairman of the Academy of Sciences If one day the civilized centers of Europe are taking Albania into their embrace, then this act is not only an assessment for our country, but also a message of importance for the future. It is an honor and a responsibility. DIONIS BUBANI Writer, humorist Not because overall? and until now a sheet with such a law. The assessment of the international community for Albania is a sign of political maturity and of the need to continue reforms seriously. TINTE REKA People's councillor When the delegation came to Tirana and brought us joyful news, it did a great honor to our country. Albania deserves to be part of Europe.

Why are the leaders of the PS in mourning? Brief notes and clarifications on two publications that caused a revolution in the Albanian parliament THE EXPLOSION OF WITHDRAWAL FOR THE ECONOMIC SURNAME OF ENDES? The EP and NGOs campaigning, not in the field? All of Europe