12/02/1993
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Zëri i Popullit

12 February 1993

DID THE ACADEMY OF SCIENCES CLOSE DOWN

Bravo to the Slav-ified ra(e)l of the pro-Serb government (?) Meksi! – The attacks have been coming for a while against our Academy The Academy of Sciences of Albania, the highest scientific institution in our country, has recently been subjected to unprecedented blows. Efforts have been made to undermine its prestige, its activity and its very institutional existence. Within this framework, harsh articles and statements have appeared against it, linked to its national position and to its stance on the Albanian question. Particular names have been mentioned and its academic personality has been attacked. On the front pages of the press, calls have been made for the Academy to be closed, merged or brought under submission. Some of the criticism has been linked to its earlier activity, but the emphasis is on striking at its role in defending national interests. The article presents these attacks as being incited by anti-national circles and by a government with pro-Serb tendencies. The author calls on public opinion and intellectuals to defend the Academy of Sciences as an institution essential to the culture, history and future of the Albanian nation. (partial text, unreadable in some lines from the photograph)[?]

Agriculture facing PD's revanchist political winter

In agriculture, as an important activity for the country's economy and livelihood, the consequences of the policies pursued are being felt heavily. The article addresses the difficulties of the countryside, the shortages of inputs, the market and state support. The author criticizes the revanchist political approach of the PD, which according to him is weighing down agricultural production and increasing economic insecurity in rural areas. Mention is made of distortions in administration, weakening of cooperation, and the lack of a strategy for the agricultural season. (partial text, unreadable in some lines from the photograph)[?]

The USA has not changed its stance on Kosovo

WASHINGTON, 11 February. A spokesman for the U.S. State Department has stated that the policy of the United States toward Kosovo remains unchanged. The statement emphasizes support for the rights of the Albanians of Kosovo and the demand that they be respected. According to the announcement, developments in the region are being followed with concern and Washington remains committed to a peaceful solution. (ATSH)

Actions that do not serve democracy, our school

(Continues on page 3) The article deals with developments in Albanian education and criticizes administrative and political actions that damage the school. The author emphasizes the need for dialogue, thoughtful reforms, and the protection of the interests of pupils and teachers. (partial text)[?]

Qazim Çjapi again in IREM/UNION of Tirana to dërpëdisë

The article deals with an institutional/personal issue related to Qazim Çjapi and to a structure called IREM/UNION in Tirana. The title and content suggest a polemical tone toward his return or renewed activity. (partial text, very unclear)[?]

An attempt by a pseudo-intellectual’s sneaks

Reply In 1993, the newspaper publishes a polemical article against another author, to whom it responds with arguments and harsh tones. Articles, public positions and interpretations of social and cultural issues are mentioned. (partial text)[?]

Shkodra, reduced (?) of vyrërrive clings to the ensemble

(Continues on page 3) The title is partially unclear. The article seems to deal with cultural or institutional developments in Shkodra, with critical tones. (partial text)[?]

Notice

It draws the attention of the telegjendë [?] that there is a decision dated 19.2.1993 for the eviction from the house of Mr. Taveri of the bureaucrats of the opera and its satellites.

Announcement

Central council of the party or taking 5-6 norm [?] in number 221-77. Those interested should call.