Victory, therefore, means that in the recent elections the state, with a volume? and thus the presidency of the elections, is to take the rhythm of cooperation with all the political, democratic, and reformist factors. In this sense, new things are happening and will continue to happen regarding all dimensions of the election. Yesterday was the first important part of the joint work between the head of state and the new government, which will govern the country. The president took the opportunity to underline the principle of cooperation between political and social forces as a real and unquestionable necessity. In this regard, this means that the country has entered another phase in the development of democracy and institutional life. Experience so far has shown that the lack of such cooperation has brought difficulties and has hindered the normal resolution of many problems. Therefore, this new orientation should be seen as an important step forward. It is natural for there to be different opinions and debates as well, but they must take place within the framework of institutional respect and the general interest. Only in this way can the foundations of the rule of law be strengthened and progress be made on the path of democratic integration.

Masali, sent by President Berisha to Chancellor Kohl Albania, which have drawn attention and are diminishing in friendly relations and international relations. The main ambassador for freedom, democracy and integration, I join with me to have and to preserve the president of all? of mutual respect. In the following article? has? commented? on the political situation in the country and the importance of cooperation with the German chancellery. The President of the Republic of Albania, Sali Berisha, received yesterday the Ambassador of Germany in Tirana, Mr. Joachim von Arnim. According to the presidential statement, this meeting discussed recent developments in Kosovo and Albania, as well as the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries. President Berisha sent Chancellor Kohl a message of friendship and cooperation, praising Germany’s role in supporting democratic processes in the region. At the end of the meeting, the German ambassador conveyed the Chancellor’s greetings and readiness to further deepen cooperation with Albania. Page 3 Albania, which have drawn attention and are diminishing in friendly relations [...]

The injured man in Fan of Mirdita declares on TV that the quarrel was for personal reasons. “Zëri i Popullit” apparently presents it as a political attack

Aleks Simonishvili: The executive secretary of this volume shows responsibility for so many violations and escalating processes; this is the first volume of its kind published in our country The Chairman of the Democratic Party, Prof. Dr. Tritan Shehu, took part yesterday in the final session of the closing congress of the Centrist Democratic International in Podgorica, where it was decided that Albania should be admitted as a full member. After speaking about democratization and other developments in Albania, PDSH chairman Dr. Shehu stated in an interview that “For the first time in our country, a book is being published documenting so many violations of the rule of law, political manipulation, and distortions of democracy.” A report by the French news agency AFP quotes Mr. Shehu as stressing that “the right-wing opposition is determined to defend its victories in the country and not allow the return of communist revenge.” Aleks Simonishvili, the executive secretary of this volume [?], said that this publication is a “serious accusation” against those who have committed violations of the law and political distortions in the country. According to him, this is the first time such documentary material has been published in the country. The article continues on page 2. Page 2

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