All deposits in Albanian and domestic banks have been permanently frozen. The Council of Ministers decided to freeze all deposits of foundations and trading companies formed through financial activities carried out without a license, at the state bank and other financial entities. According to data from the Ministry of Finance, the accounts identified as secured by two financial funds are numerous, while everything will be determined in the state banks and the branches as soon as possible. According to the wording of the final decision, following the declaration of the financial condition of these funds and companies and the withdrawal from activities not based on the law, it has been requested that the acceptance of deposits be prohibited and measures be taken for their immediate return. For the other foundations, the Council of Ministers decided to freeze them and place them under temporary administration. The benefit of this decision will serve the interests of the citizens of Kosovo to make a final statement on This decision is expected to affect the course of the elections and the withdrawal of money by citizens

The creditors of the lost loans continue despite the revolt of the illegal capital. In the office of the liquidator of the company Gjallica, by order of the police operation, the participation of the foundations that had affected the interests of the company has been completely withdrawn. Meanwhile, it is reported that representatives of the opposition have sought to exploit the situation for propaganda purposes.

Italy’s Deputy Secretary for Foreign Relations Piero Fassino in Tirana Italy considers relations with Albania essential and a priority President Berisha received Italy’s Deputy Foreign Secretary Piero Fassino The President of the Republic, Sali Berisha, received yesterday Mr. Piero Fassino, the deputy secretary responsible for foreign relations of Italy’s Democratic Left Party. After welcoming Mr. Fassino and the delegation accompanying him, President Berisha pointed out that relations between the two countries and cooperation between the two peoples are now excellent and multifaceted. He also spoke of the further intensification of bilateral relations and cooperation, especially in the economic and cultural fields. Mr. Fassino, for his part, assessed that partnership with our country is of particular importance to Italy. "Italy considers cooperation with Albania a priority in its foreign policy," Mr. Fassino said, also stressing that the Italian government and its opposition fully support Albania’s integration into European institutions. Mr. Berisha acquainted his friend with the political and economic situation in Albania, with the reforms undertaken and with the country’s challenges on the road to democratic development. Page 2

A timely meeting with the leader of FRESSH Page 3

Gatherings of people in the city of Vlorë In the city’s main streets, many people of different ages have continued to gather, demanding the immediate return of the money deposited with the company "Gjallica". From time to time, chants against the delays have been heard and small incidents have been recorded. The public order authorities have taken measures to maintain calm. Page 2

Interview with the American Undersecretary of State, Timothy Wirth Page 3

The head of the Bundeswehr will visit Albania Page 3

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The National Council of PDSH meets On 18 January 1997, Saturday, at 10.00 a.m. at the Party headquarters, the meeting of the National Council of the PDSH will be held. Expanded with the sections of the forum in the program of the PDS Tirana, politicians, mayors of the municipalities and cities of the PD parliamentary group - the guiding role of our structures; - the socio-economic situation of the organization; - approval of the candidacies for the 26 January elections of the PDSH forums. The deputies of the PD parliamentary group and the leadership of the PDSH are invited