While we speak of democracy and dialogue, we often notice nervous tension in certain circles. Thus, in recent weeks we have heard that the rhyming of some poets, from political poetry, is turning into “poetic politics.” Economists are pounding all kinds of theories onto tables, some original, some copied. The same goes for lawyers. Naturally, they are themselves capable of avoiding excesses and, through civilized dialogue, warming the democratic climate of tolerance. But the trouble today is that a spirit of quarrels is seeping somewhat deeper than it should into our lives. Party pluralism is taking shape in certain actions that have nothing at all to do with party platforms. A serviceman, with not the slightest sense of civic responsibility, comes out and fires from a balcony to frighten a child. Two young rally-goers seize two pensioners, shove them against each other and mock them simply because they honestly said they were communists. At the archaeological center of Firi, someone raises the alarm and calls the police because a discussion with archaeologists is taking place there. At public meetings, some young men plead and demand that candidates for parliament not be discussed. Someone who cannot keep his cool threatens them. And receives a reply several times more threatening. There you have it—look how far things are rolling downhill! While at all kinds of rallies people talk about tolerance. But when things go to the dogs, can we control excited crowds?! And how, or when?! Hasn’t the time come for us to open our eyes and keep our cool? When a colleague, a Spanish newspaper journalist, sees in this display of destructive forces some terrorist inspirations as well, shouldn’t we open our eyes and keep our cool? When, in a university room, someone throws a stone and hides his hand, shouting a revanchist slogan (can there really be mockery even with words like these?), shouldn’t we open our eyes and keep our cool? You can provoke many people, and all sorts of people. But never the feelings of the people. And today many topics of conversation have become inflammatory. Only with popular wisdom, party tolerance and political calm can we shut off the gasoline taps, where sparks are already in no short supply. Otherwise, any kind of alibi is worthless. Until now we have lacked many things and have looked enviously toward the world. But we have never lacked calm, and for this the world has envied us. Let us achieve everything we aspire to, everything we need, but without sacrificing the calm and security of the people. NAMIK DOKLE

13–14 January: From the visit of the Greek prime minister to our country On Sunday afternoon, at 17:00, the Chairman of the Presidium of the People’s Assembly of the People’s Socialist Republic of Albania, Comrade Ramiz Alia, received the Prime Minister of the Republic of Greece, Konstantin Micotaqis, at the Palace of Congresses. A few moments before the meeting, Comrade Ramiz Alia answered questions put to him by Greek and foreign journalists and representatives of the domestic press concerning various aspects of Albanian-Greek relations, etc. Then Comrade Ramiz Alia met and warmly greeted the Prime Minister of Greece, saying that his visit marked an important event in relations between the two countries. As a neighboring country, he said, Albania has always been, and remains, in favor of good relations with Greece, suited to the new times and today’s new concepts. I believe that both our peoples and countries are interested in having the closest possible ties, in our borders being peaceful and stable, and in Albania’s and Greece’s contribution in the Balkans being more significant. Your arrival, Comrade Ramiz Alia added, will also create a positive situation for the all-round development of Albania. At the same time, it coincides internationally with the great efforts now being made to replace the spirit of the Cold War with a peaceful and friendly spirit. Having pointed to the commitment of both countries to Balkan cooperation and European processes, Comrade Ramiz Alia said that the Greek prime minister’s arrival in Albania would mark a new step in relations between the two countries, bringing them out into the open more forcefully. In conclusion, the Greek Prime Minister Konstantin Samaras, he continued, said that here in the Balkans, Albanians and Greeks have lived for thousands of years, and it is to their credit that during this long period they have not had a single war. We have a glorious historical past, and there is no reason why, in these new times, there should not be good relations between Albania and Greece. I think neither side lacks the goodwill to advance these relations in every field. I wish to offer this greeting to Mr. Micotaqis as well: Albania and Greece have nothing to divide between them, President Alia stressed. Neither owes the other anything, either in history or today, and they have every opportunity to move forward together. I have told my friend Te—may your visit to Albania also be successful. The Greek Prime Minister Konstantin Mi-cotaqis, after thanking him for the kind words and the appreciation expressed by the presi- and the appreciation expressed by the presi- [?] of Greece, Konstantin Mico- taqis. by representatives of the local Ramiz Alia met and warmly greeted the Greek prime minister, Konstantin Mico- taqis, and the senior state officials accompanying him. Welcoming Mr Micotaqis, the Albanian president expressed his pleasure at this visit by the prime minister. and the government delegations of the Republic of Greece, Greece and the other senior a significant event in Albanian-Greek relations, since two peoples, which have acquired new significance emphasized, attaches particular importance to relations with neighbouring circumstances, (Photo: ATSH)

Interview of the day — As has been reported in recent days, the president of the Italian firm «Italtreit», Rafaelo Fellah, paid a visit to our country. Our editor Viron Gjyshmana interviewed the president of «Italtreit». — It would be of interest to our readers to know what «Italtreit» represents. — «Italtreit» is a company specializing in the coordination of various business ventures. It does not produce anything itself, but connects and mediates between different firms within the country and abroad, coordinating them with full responsibility and, as we say, “turnkey”—which means that we carry all signed protocols through to their complete realization. — Specifically, what projects have you come to Albania with? — I would like to make a small correction. Today, some of the projects concern the overall development of tourism in Albania. — What is the significance of signing this agreement? — The benefits are manifold, not only because many Albanian specialists and workers will be involved in tourism, but also because this will be a pilot or pioneering project for many other projects of this kind in Albania. This will be a good opportunity, especially for many young Albanians, who will be able to enter the world of tourism. — How will foreign clients be secured, and what in particular will attract them to Albania? — We have extensive experience in building tourist hotels and securing clientele; in all this, we cooperate not only with our own tourist enterprises, but also with international firms. This is also the third part of the contract signed with «Albturizmi». We will direct the marketing of tourists from Italy and other European countries toward Albania, but before offering it to them, the necessary conditions must also be prepared; we are working to do this as quickly as possible. As for the second part of your question, I think foreign tourists will find in Albania peace, cleanliness, friendliness, new and first-hand experiences, and especially the distinctive character of your people: warmth and friendship. These latter qualities are the first calling card that can be offered to a foreign tourist. I say this because I have re- (Continued on page 2)

The day before yesterday, at the headquarters of the Council of Ministers, talks were held between the government delegations of the People’s Socialist Republic of Albania, headed by the Chairman of the Council of Ministers, Adil Çarçani, and the government delegation of the Republic of Greece, headed by the Prime Minister, Konstantin Micotaqis. Comrade Adil Çarçani, welcoming the visit to Albania by the Prime Minister of Greece and the other high-ranking dignitaries accompanying him, said, among other things, that it was a notable event in Albanian-Greek relations, as it was the first visit of this level between the two countries. He highlighted the ancient traditional ties between our two peoples, which are taking on new meaning today, not only bilaterally but also more broadly, particularly for peace and stability in the Balkans. The Albanian government, he emphasized, attaches special importance to relations with neighboring Greece. We want these relations not to be dictated by conjunctural considerations, (Continued on page 4)

As a mark of respect for the fighters who gave their lives for the liberation of Albania from foreign occupiers, the Greek Prime Minister, Konstantin Micotaqis, and the Greek Foreign Minister, Antonis Samaras, went to the National Martyrs’ Cemetery in Tirana. He paid tribute and laid a wreath beside the «Mother Albania» monument. While the brass bands played the national anthems of Greece and Albania, Mr. Micotaqis stood in silence before the monument dedicated to the martyrs of the Albanian nation. Also attending the ceremony were the Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Tirana District People’s Council, Llambi Gegprifti, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Muhamet Kapllani, and the Commander of the Tirana Garrison, Bajram Mana. (ATSH)

On 13 and 14 January 1991, the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, Konstantin Micotaqis, paid an official and friendly visit to Albania, accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonis Samaras, the Minister for Protocol, Mikis Teodoraqis, the Deputy Minister of Trade, Sotiris Haxhi- gjas, the Deputy Minister attached to the Prime Minister, Dora Baksiqani, the Secretaries-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, P. Ikonomu, the Ministry of Health, P. Kontulakos, and the Ministry of Trade, N. Psilaqis, the Governor-General of the National Bank of Greece, Dh. Germidis, the President of the National Tourism Organization, A. Rafa- el, and other dignitaries. On 13 and 14 January 1991, the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, Konstantin Micotaqis, paid an official and friendly visit to Albania, accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonis Samaras, the Minister for Protocol, Mikis Teodoraqis, the Deputy Minister of Trade, Sotiris Haxhigjas, the Deputy Minister attached to the Prime Minister, Dora Baksiqani, the Secretaries-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, P. Ikonomu, the Ministry of Health, P. Kontulakos, and the Ministry of Trade, N. Psilaqis, the Governor-General of the National Bank of Greece, Dh. Germidis, the President of the National Tourism Organization, A. Rafael, and other dignitaries. Greece’s Prime Minister K. Micotaqis held talks with the Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the People’s Republic of Albania, Adil Çarçani. Greece’s Prime Minister K. Micotaqis was received by the People’s Republic of Albania, Ramiz Alia, and on that occasion a warm and friendly conversation took place. During the talks, the prime ministers of Albania and Greece highlighted the traditional bonds of friendship between the Albanian and Greek peoples. They reviewed the development of bilateral relations and noted that these had developed positively in recent years. During the talks, both sides expressed their desire and political will to further develop and strengthen good-neighbourly relations and cooperation in all areas of mutual interest. Both sides paid particular attention to cooperation in the fields of the economy and trade exchanges, culture, science, technology, environmental protection, etc. During the visit, an agreement on maritime merchant shipping and an agreement on cooperation in tourism were also signed. Both sides stressed the importance of a positive attitude towards minorities and respect for the rights of persons belonging to them within their respective territories. He expressed the wish to further develop cross-border relations. In honour of the Prime Minister of Greece, Konstantin Micotaqis, Flamur Çani hosted a dinner at the Kërculla tourist resort. From there, Mr Micotaqis went to the village of Dervician, where he was welcomed by its residents and greeted by villagers from elsewhere. Welcoming him, the chairman of the People’s Council of the united village of Sofratikë, Thoma Ga- (Continued on page 4)

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Greece, Konstantin Micotaqis, went yesterday to the city of Gjirokastër. He was accompanied by the Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the People’s Republic of Albania, Adil Çarçani. went yesterday to the city of Gjirokastër. He was accompanied by Republic of Albania, Adil Çarçani. In Gjirokastër, the Greek prime minister was received by the chairman of the Executive Committee of the district People’s Council, Flamur Çani, other local government and economic officials, and people from the arts and culture. After expressing his pleasure at Mr Micotaqis’s visit to Gjirokastër, Flamur Çani said that the people of this district had followed his visit to Albania with interest. He highlighted the close fraternal ties between Albanians and members of the minority, who, both yesterday in wartime and today in peace, stand side by side, and spoke about opportunities to expand cross-border trade relations and the measures that have been and are being taken to facilitate the movement of minority residents into Greece, etc. Prime Minister Micotaqis thanked his hosts for their hospitality and expressed his pleasure at coming to the district of Gjirokastër, where the Greek minority also lives. “I made a visit of friendship and cooperation and held sincere talks with the common objective of moving our relations forward, of strengthening the friendship between our peoples, whom history has brought together and between whom there have never been any disagreements.” page 4)

On his way back to his homeland, Albania’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sokrat Plaka, was received by Sweden’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sten Anderson, with whom he held a warm and friendly conversation. During his stop in Austria, he was also received by Minister Loschnak, who is temporarily serving as Austria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs as well. In Vienna, the Albanian Deputy Minister also met with the State Secretary at the Prime Minister’s Chancellery, Peter Jankoviç, and with the Executive Secretary of the CSCE, Helmut Linderman. At these meetings, which took place in a friendly atmosphere, views were exchanged on bilateral issues and on promoting and further strengthening cooperation, as well as on various international issues. The interlocutors spoke positively of the process of democratization in Albania and its proper steps towards joining European processes. (ATSH)

Yesterday, Fatos Nano, Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers of the People’s Republic of Albania, returned to his homeland. At the invitation of Dr. Ferenc Madl, Minister without Portfolio in the Hungarian government, he had paid an official and friendly visit to Hungary. Yesterday, Fatos Nano, Secretary-General Albania, returned to his homeland. At the invitation of Dr. Ferenc Madl, Minister without Portfolio in the Hungarian government, he had paid an official and friendly visit to Hungary. At Rinas Airport, Deputy Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers Gjon Gorishti and other comrades were there to welcome him. Hungary’s ambassador to Tirana, Ferenc Poka, was also present. (ATSH)

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