On the day of 11 January The pride and strength of our people for 11 January 1946 have grown even more as they move along the road of socialism, independence, and development. On this 44th anniversary of the People's Socialist Republic of Albania, our country looks confidently toward the future, while commemorating with respect the glorious path of the Party and comrade Enver Hoxha. 11 January 1946 marks the crowning of the historical victories of the National Liberation War and of people's power. Since that day, the Albanian people, under the leadership of the Party of Labour of Albania, have built with their own forces the foundations of the socialist economy, developed industry, collectivized agriculture, raised education, science and culture, strengthened the defense of the country, and elevated the image of socialist Albania on the international arena. On this anniversary, citizens, workers, cooperative peasants, intellectuals and revolutionary youth reaffirm their determination to defend the victories of socialism and to carry forward the tasks of the plan. 11 January comes as a day of national pride and of high civic responsibility for continuing the work that has begun.

We lead the geologists It is equally favorable for agriculture We lead the geologists Spirit of Krraba! — These words the new year wished, surprising everyone with the joyful announcement that from the drilling carried out in well no. 10B, near the village of Panan, oil has been coming out for several days in a row, about 40 tons a day. The disciplined and experienced drilling team of the well-known drilling master Sofo Cika has marked another success on the shores of Lake Prespa. 10 days ahead of schedule, at an altitude of 1220 meters, there where for years the traces of oil have been persistently pursued, 120 workers, engineers and specialists from the unit, engineers and specialists from the Geological Institute and the Geophysics Enterprise, sent to the central production station by radio the long-awaited news — “oil”. The possible exploitation of this new source in the Panarit area, specialists state, is of great economic interest for the country. Commenting on the success, it was said in the editorial office that it is the fruit of well-organized work, the use of new methods, and high technical discipline. Equally favorable for agriculture In the sector of the agricultural cooperative [?], chemical fertilizers and selected seeds for spring sowing have been prepared on time. According to the initial data, in some farms a good food base has been secured for livestock, and measures are being taken to expand the areas under forage crops. Agricultural workers say that the new year has begun with new commitments and with determination to fulfill the plan objectives.

LUSHNJE . — Leaders and specialists of the district's enterprises and cooperatives say that last year's results create a good basis for higher production demands. In meetings of the collectives, the need was emphasized for fuller use of capacities, saving raw materials, and increasing responsibility at every workplace. In some sectors, new investments and organizational measures have been planned to raise labor productivity.

Notifications have arrived from firms across the country about the fulfillment and overfulfillment of plans, growth in production, and improvement in economic indicators. In many enterprises, there has been talk of quality products, lower costs, and increased efficiency. These data, it is said, show that the economy is entering the new year with steady rhythms.

REPORTAGE Our republic three... In the yard of the combine [?], the workers of the first shift were entering the unit while on the wall the slogans of 11 January shone brightly. Among them stood out the photograph of comrade Enver Hoxha and the words about patriotism, work, and socialism. In conversations with workers and technicians, memories returned of the difficult years of construction and of the major changes brought by the Republic. In the mechanics unit, an older worker told how once even the simplest tools were lacking, whereas today modern equipment and more advanced processes are used. “These are the fruit of socialism and of our work,” he said. In the laboratory, a young engineer spoke about this year's research plans and the goal that every useful idea should be turned into production growth. The report also stops at the new apartment blocks, nurseries, schools and cultural institutions, which residents see as an inseparable part of their new life. In conclusion, it is emphasized that pride in the built work is accompanied by the responsibility to defend it and carry it further. VIEW FROM BARRIKADAVE STREET IN THE CAPITAL. (Photo: N. Xhiku)

. — On the occasion of 11 January, the 44th anniversary of the Republic, the successes of the country in all fields were recalled in Tiranë and the determination to defend the victories of socialism was emphasized. In speeches and commemorative meetings it was said that the Albanian people, under the leadership of the Party, have stood unwavering in the face of every hostile attempt and have moved forward with their own forces. The role of the army, the working class and the youth in the construction and defense of the socialist homeland was underlined. The participants expressed their belief that the new year will bring further achievements in the economy, culture and well-being.

As part of the celebrations, exhibitions of artistic and practical works have also been opened, where students, workers and amateurs present creations inspired by socialist life and by 11 January. Visitors have valued these works as a living testimony to the broad participation of the masses in the country's cultural life.