The electoral situation in the 36 districts where the partial administrative-territorial elections of 26 July will be held is as follows: By these days, 31 parties and associations have been registered. The Central Committee has sent to all prefectures and district chairmen the law and other electoral provisions so that they may familiarize themselves with them. The drafting of voter lists has begun. Electoral commissions have been set up in the prefectures and districts. According to the Central Committee’s initial data, in the country’s 36 districts there are 238 communes and 67 municipalities. In these elections there will be 305 commune and municipal councils, 455 commune chairmen and 67 municipal chairmen. The number of voters reaches 1,878,000. Political parties and associations have submitted requests to register as electoral subjects. Local commissions have been set up and preparations for voting are under way. The Central Committee has called on political subjects to respect the legal deadlines for submitting candidates and the relevant documentation.

After the collapse of the system, this slogan was used as a metaphor for many uncontrolled developments. The article addresses the way public assets are being managed, indiscriminate logging, and the lack of institutional responsibility. In some areas, serious environmental damage has been observed, while local and central authorities shift responsibility onto one another. A swift response and enforcement of the law are called for in order to protect forests and natural resources.

Prepared for publication by the editorial staff The document deals with several political and institutional issues of the transition period. It mentions positions taken regarding reforms, the administration, and social problems. The text is presented as documentary material for the reader.

This section presents requests and complaints from citizens concerning economic conditions, supplies, property, and the functioning of local government. The authors of the petition demand immediate intervention by the responsible authorities and guarantees of their rights.

The article raises questions about the role of the state and political forces in protecting the population socially under conditions of economic crisis. Pensions, economic assistance, unemployment, and prices are discussed. Clearer policies and concrete measures are called for the groups in need.

An announcement about the holding of a conference of the Union of Journalists of Albania, where the problems of the press, freedom of expression, the economic conditions of editorial offices, and the role of the journalist in the transition were discussed. The need for professional organization and protection of journalists’ rights was emphasized.

The article addresses the expectations from the economic agreement with Turkey, the areas of cooperation, and the possible benefits for the Albanian economy. Trade, investment, and the opening of new prospects in bilateral relations are mentioned.

ADVANCES The creation of the Socialist Women’s Forum is announced, along with its goals in support of women, their participation in political and social life, and the organization of representative structures in districts and workplaces.

The first private rental business begins Economic notice about the launch of a private enterprise called “Triana,” which will operate in the rental sector. The article presents it as a sign of the expansion of the private sector and free initiative in the country.

TIRANË TIRANË [?] DUSHI A. AVNI ATSH P.N. ADVANCES [?] TRIANA