Albania is admitted as a full member of the CSCE At 10:00, in the declaration of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the participating countries on the admission of the Republic of Albania to the CSCE, it is stated that the admission of the Albanian state into the community of participating countries has now been successfully completed. “Today, 19 June 1991, we are issuing the final decision on the admission of the Republic of Albania as a participating country in the CSCE. In the Czechoslovak capital Prague, where the 14th session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the participating countries in the CSCE is taking place, approval was also given to Albania's request to take part in this important European forum.” The news confirming Albania's admission to this important body has caused great enthusiasm in our country. This act represents an important step in the foreign policy of the Albanian state and marks a new stage in its relations with Europe. Albania's admission to the CSCE has been seen as proof of our country's will to be an active part of the democratic and cooperative processes on the continent. The declaration stresses that Albania, by becoming a full member, undertakes to respect the basic principles of the Helsinki Final Act, as well as other documents adopted by the CSCE. This decision has been welcomed by representatives of various countries and has been regarded as a historic moment for the Albanian people. (ATSH)

Members of the People's Assembly expressed their satisfaction yesterday with this important event in the country's life. In their statements, this decision was praised as a success of Albanian diplomacy and as a clear sign of the country's opening toward Europe. Many deputies pointed out that membership in the CSCE will contribute to strengthening peace, understanding, and international cooperation. It was also emphasized that this event comes at an important time for the country, as Albania is following the path of political and democratic reforms. The deputies expressed their conviction that this development will help further affirm our country on the international stage.

Europe is our place, Foreign Minister Muhamet Kapllani emphasized among other things in his remarks on this occasion. He underlined that Albania's admission to the CSCE is the result of the unceasing efforts of the Albanian people and of the new policy of openness. The minister stressed the importance of respecting human rights, fundamental freedoms, and cooperation among the countries of Europe. Muhamet Kapllani said that Albania will make its active contribution in the CSCE forums and will work to strengthen peace and security on the continent. He described this act as a notable day for the Albanian people.

Closing of the CSCE Council of Foreign Ministers. Dear Sirs, The Party of Labour, the Albanian people, the state government, the organs of local and social authority, and the entire public opinion of our country have received with special satisfaction the news of the admission of the Republic of Albania as a full member of the CSCE. Europe is gaining a new member, peace-loving and cooperative, determined to give its own country democratic development and to open a new perspective in international relations. Albania will work seriously to fulfill the obligations arising from membership in this organization and will make its contribution to the process of security and cooperation in Europe. TELEGRAM Muhamet Kapllani Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Albania

At the government meeting, the Chairman of the Council of Ministers assessed Albania's admission to the CSCE as a major diplomatic and political success. He stressed that this act represents an important step in the country's affirmation on the international stage and in its rapprochement with Europe. According to the statement, this membership strengthens confidence in Albania's democratic outlook and creates new opportunities for cooperation with the other participating countries. It was underlined that the government will be committed to fulfilling accurately all obligations arising from this new status.

The Albanian Foreign Minister spoke with the Secretary of State and the Ambassador of Great Britain, with representatives of other countries, and with numerous figures from European politics. I Abdulla MEKAJ [?]

The President of the Republic and other figures have sent congratulatory messages to the Albanian delegation for this success. AZIZ YLLI BUBI Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs (ATSH) Below are also published other brief notices: The Albanian Foreign Minister spoke with the Secretary of State of Iceland.[?] Meeting of Muhamet Kapllani with the Foreign Minister of Switzerland. Elzabeta with the Foreign Minister of Cyprus. (ATSH)

. It shows what Europe is capable of achieving through political will and the joint efforts of its peoples and states.