Prime Minister Aleksander Meksi on the Government's latest decisions Anti-pyramid of the Government The government has taken another step in implementing its “Lidëve” [?] to prevent citizens from investing in pyramid firms and to enforce the rules of the market economy. According to government sources, the latest decision concerns the closure of activities of firms that carry out financial activity outside the legal framework. In this context, Prime Minister Aleksandër Meksi explained that the measures aim to create a clearer legal climate and avoid the consequences that are burdening the national economy. He stressed that the government cannot allow the continued collection of citizens' money without guarantees and without institutional control. The decisions taken are linked to strengthening state oversight, cooperation with the banking system, and informing the public about the risks.

Thus the Council of Ministers adds ban decisions Humorous oven The special government commission, chaired by Haxhi Hyseni, began implementing the decision of the Council of Ministers to ban the activities of financial firms engaged in loan-sharking. According to the announcement, the inspections will verify the presence, assets and liabilities of the relevant entities. At the same time, the commission has taken over all materials submitted by financial institutions and control bodies. It will file criminal charges where violations are identified and will recommend further measures to protect citizens' interests. Page 3

The issue of loan-sharking Berisha received the Chairman of the Economic Committee of the German Bundestag Dirk Kurb, who said that the firm rewards good things for the arrival of Albanian legislation [?] Mr. Berisha is convinced that during next week all necessary draft laws related to the fight against loan-sharking will be approved, which will create new conditions for the normal resumption of economic life. He appreciated the help being provided by international partners and called for broad political understanding for the measures the government is taking. Page 2

President Berisha received LDK official Hydajet Hyseni For the record and for the signature of the President of the Republic, Sali Berisha received at the headquarters of the Democratic Party the official of the Democratic League of Kosovo, Mr. Hydajet Hyseni. The discussion focused on the latest developments in Kosovo and on the positions that must be taken in the face of Belgrade's attempts to suppress the national rights of Albanians. Sali Berisha emphasized that active peaceful resistance remains the wisest and most effective way to resolve the Kosovo issue and to draw the attention of the international community. The meeting also discussed the need for Albanian political unity and for continued support for Kosovo institutions.

As part of their visit to our country, a French parliamentary delegation held meetings with senior Albanian leaders and expressed support for the democratic processes and Albania's European integration. They praised the efforts to stabilize the political and economic situation, stressing the importance of institutional and legal reforms. The French delegation said that Albania's path toward the European Union requires continued commitment, but remains open. Bilateral cooperation was described as an important element for strengthening relations between the two countries.

At the invitation of the Foreign Minister of Portugal The Albanian Foreign Minister in Lisbon The Albanian Foreign Minister, Prof. Tritan Shehu, held important meetings yesterday in Lisbon with his Portuguese counterpart Jaime Gama, senior representatives of the Portuguese government, parliament and business circles. At the center of these talks were developments in Albania, the political crisis and ways out of the grave situation. Relations between Albania and Portugal, the role of stability in the region and cooperation within international organizations were also part of the meetings. The agreement for the upcoming visit of a Portuguese delegation to Albania was mentioned as an important result of this visit.