- FROM THE DECORATED NOW ADJACENT - Yesterday in the People's Assembly Yesterday at 10:00 the People's Assembly began its work for its plenary session with the examination of the coalition government's program. From the very beginning of the discussions, the deputies' critical tone toward the draft program was evident. They pointed out many shortcomings and ambiguities, and in particular the lack of priorities. Deputy Xhuveli noted that the government draft is more of a governing document than a concrete program of actions. In his view, for this document to serve as a program, it must contain clear objectives, deadlines and institutional responsibilities. Deputy Këllezi stressed that it is not enough to speak of reforms; the concrete ways of implementing them and the legal guarantees for citizens must be defined. There was broad discussion about the issue of property, the market economy, privatization and the role of the state in protecting vulnerable groups. Various deputies expressed concern that without a functioning legal order, without independent courts and without a responsible administration, the program would remain on paper. During the discussions it was emphasized that the law must stand above arbitrariness, that the citizen must be protected by the state and not be frightened by it. This idea was also summed up in the question that became a refrain of the session: when will the rule of law begin to function? The grave economic situation, shortages in the market, wages, agriculture, electricity and transport were discussed. Some deputies pointed out that the new government must act quickly, but also transparently, earning the citizens' trust through concrete results. It was called for bureaucratic obstacles to be removed, corruption to be fought and democratic oversight over the executive power to be strengthened. There were strong reactions in the chamber and applause at several moments when state responsibility and respect for human rights were mentioned. The debate showed the public's high expectations and its clear demand for a state based on law, where the law is applied equally to all.

From the discussion by Ali Vino, secretary of the district committee of Tirana of the PPSH The difficult times and sacrifices our people are experiencing have increased not only our political responsibility, but also the need for programmatic and organizational clarity. The discussion emphasized that the PPSH must act in keeping with the new conditions and circumstances, without losing its connection with the people and their vital interests. The economic and social situation requires quick and well-founded responses. If we want to preserve our political role, we must listen more to the grassroots, open ourselves to different views and courageously correct mistakes. It was said that the transformations the country is going through make a profound reform of the way of working, of relations with the public and of the party's own organization indispensable. Under pluralism, political competition is not faced with slogans, but with a program, with sincerity and with the ability to persuade. The speaker also addressed the need to defend stability, avoid political adventurism and strengthen the responsibility of the leading structures. He stressed that the country needs calm, work and feasible reforms, not empty rhetoric. The PPSH, it was said in conclusion, must know how to adapt to the times while remaining close to the people’s hardships and hopes.

The situation the country is going through requires new ways of organizing and a different administrative culture. We cannot continue with routine practices, with delays and with decisions taken far from the real needs of citizens. It was emphasized that reforms will remain unproductive if the administration does not change its behavior and if the institutions do not become more responsible. What is needed is speed in decision-making, better coordination among sectors and a more direct link with the concrete problems of the people. The need for stronger control over the implementation of tasks and for individual responsibility at every level was underlined. Only by moving away from routine and formalism, it was said, can the way be opened for more efficient work that is more useful for the country.

PIERO VERSHI This article stresses the urgent need to move from declarations to concrete action. According to the author, the government program must be accompanied by an implementation schedule, by measurement of results and by regular accountability to the public. Citizens no longer seek general promises, but tangible solutions for everyday life. Priority must be given to supplies, public order, employment and the guarantee of fundamental rights. Any delay risks deepening the crisis of confidence. Only a firm and verifiable implementation of the program can offer hope and restore the authority of the institutions.

The foreign ministries of the two countries, a statement on yesterday's visit by the Italian prime minister The focus of the talks is expected to be bilateral relations, economic cooperation and political developments in the region. The Italian prime minister's visit is seen as an important event for strengthening ties between Italy and Macedonia, as well as for discussing broader Balkan issues. According to reports, there will be meetings with senior state leaders and new opportunities for cooperation in trade, investment and culture will be explored. The foreign ministries of both countries issued a statement underscoring the positive spirit of the visit and the desire to expand contacts in the future.