HUNDREDS OF WORKERS ON GENERAL STRIKE For the past 5 days, around 1,000 workers and employees of the Cigarette Factory in Durrës have gone on strike. On the first day of the strike, the workers and employees did not put forward any economic demands, but only asked for the decision to raise the retirement age to be withdrawn. Later they also presented several other demands. The strikers are also demanding the cancellation of the order to dismiss 56 female workers. The employees have claimed that, under a government decision, the pension is partial. In this context they are demanding to work and be paid. A commission has been set up, made up of the striking workers, the factory management, the Deputy Minister of Industry and the area’s deputy, who will discuss all the strikers’ demands. The employees of the Durrës cigarette factory, which currently has only 54 tons of tobacco, believe that modernizing this factory and privatizing it as soon as possible could save it from bankruptcy. VILSON XHEKA

Meeting of PS representative Namik Dokle with the residents of Lura On the basis of the decisions of the National Council and the Presidency of the PSSH, the officials in charge of party work in the districts are taking part in meetings of PS organizations in order to specify the tasks within the context of the intense political developments. In this framework, Mr. Namik Dokle, a member of the Presidency and responsible for the Dibër district, held a meeting with the elected representatives and activists of the PS of the Lurë commune. The meeting was opened by the commune secretary, Shkëlqim Fusha, who gave an overview of the work to carry out the tasks stemming from the PS electoral program. The speakers discussed extensively the difficult economic situation, problems with market supply, the shortage of electric power, the lack of transport and communication means, teachers leaving the school, the depopulation of the commune, etc. In his remarks to those present, Mr. Dokle emphasized the need to organize work in order to make known to the electorate the causes and sources of the crisis and the PS alternative for solving the acute economic problems. Representatives of the local authorities and local PD structures also took part in the open meeting. At the end it was decided to set up a joint commission to follow the most pressing problems of this commune. In the evening of the same day, Mr. Dokle held a meeting with the residents of Peshkopi. (Continued on page 2)

— HAMDI SHEHLA... he paid dollars for strikers and actors? — Did Sali Berisha and the Dibra specialist of the organization meet in Tirana? Did they make difficult divergent efforts? To defend the law or to defend corruption? — OMA? is it moving forward rapidly from the first to the uncensored PD edges? is that the way! People from the PS are accused as? ... Friends of the PD — protagonists of corruption — HAMDI SHEHLA... he paid dollars for strikers and actors? — Did Sali Berisha and the Dibra specialist of the organization meet in Tirana? Did they make difficult divergent efforts? To defend the law or to defend corruption? — OMA? is it moving forward rapidly? from the first to the uncensored PD edges? is that the way! People from the PS are accused as? ... For a year and more, the governing of our country by a handful of people has been not only incapable of carrying out the process of state administration, but also incapable of leading the country through its democratic processes. This is not only because of membership, but also because of the use of power and the law by the parliamentary majority and the government to cover up or distort unlawful actions. These actions are clearly seen by public opinion and are presented daily in the press. A multitude of facts speak of abuses, favoritism and questionable ties. Mr. Roko Cafe (Continued on page 4)

Mr. Roko Caçe For several days now, the media have been giving voice to the news that the late Romeo Caçe was killed for reasons of revenge. How can this fact be true? Family members and relatives of the victim have stated to the media that the incident has been presented in a one-sided way and that it must be investigated responsibly. According to them, there are circumstances that have not been clarified. They are calling on the relevant authorities to fully shed light on the case and not to manipulate public opinion with premature versions. The article raises questions about the handling of the event and about the way it has been portrayed. (Continued on page 4)

On 24 May, a commemorative event dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the historic Congress was held in the city of Përmet. The event was attended by veterans, representatives of the local authorities, citizens and other guests. Presentations were delivered on the historical importance of the Congress and its role in national developments. The participants laid wreaths and paid homage. (Continued on page 4)

Democratic Party — the most successful, Democratic Government — the most effective The country — for a new, lower status For weeks the staff of Agriculture and Food has been trying urgently to stage an exhibition on the theme of the election campaign. Clearly visible are slogans and statements that try to present the government’s successes. But the real situation in the countryside and in the markets shows the opposite. Many producers face a lack of markets, low prices and transport difficulties. These problems have also been reflected by sector specialists, who criticize empty propaganda. (Continued on page 6)

On 16.5.1993, in the center of Pogradec, students from the agricultural school protested against the difficult conditions. According to eyewitness accounts, the police intervened against them and there were injuries. It was reported that around 10 people were taken to the police station. The protesters called for the release of those detained and respect for citizens’ rights. The incident caused reactions in public opinion. ARDITA MASTOLLARI

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