— court decisions and protests against the “Nano regime...” Everything that has been done against Fatos Nano has been a disguise for dirty politics, intended to justify before world public opinion and before the country, this shameful and barbaric act that is being carried out through a staged political trial. Nano...”, as Mr. Skënder Gjinushi said today, there is a political disguise being carried out there in order to silence the opposition and prevent any other political alternative. This is an attempt to drag the country into a uniform line-up, into a climate in which only one political force rules unopposed. According to Mr. Gjinushi, the true aim of this process is the political elimination of Fatos Nano and the удар against the Socialist Party, in order to weaken the opposition and create a dangerous precedent for the country's democratic life. At the center of this scheme is the use of justice for political motives and the punishment of opponents through manipulated trials. According to him, through this action they are trying to intimidate not only socialists, but everyone who seeks true pluralism and democratic rotation. (The article continues on page 2)

Meeting with representatives of the Chinese Association for International Friendship The Deputy Chairman of the Socialist Party of Albania, comrade Pandeli Majko, met yesterday with the Secretary General of the Chinese Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, Wang Xiaoying, and the Chairman of the Albania-China Friendship Association, comrade Përparim Hysi. The meeting assessed the traditional relations of friendship between the two peoples and expressed the desire for further development of cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The interlocutors underlined the importance of preserving good friendly and cultural ties, as well as exchanges in the social sphere. Press Office of the Socialist Party

Yesterday, teachers of the city’s general high school protested against unjust interference in appointments and dismissals in education. According to a complaint made by opposition representatives, the director of the education directorate was punched during a tense clash. The incident has caused reactions in the city’s public opinion and has been described as an intolerable act of violence in the premises of the education administration. Opposition representatives demanded an immediate investigation into the incident and measures against those responsible. (The article continues on page 2)

Other parties or... A delegation of the Party for Democratic Prosperity, led by Abon Xhaferri and Menduh Thaçi, arrived yesterday in Tirana for political contacts. Their visit is seen in the framework of consultations with Albanian political forces regarding the latest developments and possible cooperation in the Albanian space. Political sources say that the talks focus on inter-party relations and coordination of positions on issues of common interest. (The article continues on page 2)

In a statement from Kastriot, the oil workers’ union has made known its concern about its representation in decision-making structures. According to the statement, the exclusion of workers’ voices from the relevant council harms their legitimate interests. Union representatives are demanding that decisions be made transparently and with the direct participation of the interest groups. (The article continues on page 2)

— senate? it starts with debate — At the last meeting of the parliamentary affairs committee, ways to improve the links between deputies and voters were discussed. Some deputies emphasized the need to create more sustainable mechanisms for informing and maintaining ongoing contact with the electoral base. There was also discussion of the role of constituency offices and the responsibility of elected officials to keep regular contact with citizens. (The article continues on page 2)

AND THE PEOPLE’S ASSEMBLY On Friday morning parliament held its regular plenary session, which began with questions that deputies addressed to the Minister of Finance Anastas Angjeli and the Minister of Trade, Eduard Boregaj.[?] The two ministers answered questions related to market supply, the state of the budget and the difficulties of the economic transition. Representatives of the parliamentary groups voiced remarks about the pace of reforms and called for greater responsibility from the government. (The article continues on page 2)

In an unusual case, the prosecutor’s office has intervened in a matter related to the administration of the kindergarten in Bulqizë. According to local sources, irregularities have been observed in the management of the institution and verification of the relevant documentation has been requested. The event has prompted reactions in the community and has raised questions about the functioning of local structures. (The article continues on page 2)