FOR THE RESPONSE TO MR. YLBER VRIONI, PRESIDENT The Minister of Finance of Albania is president of the Italo-Albanian Bank! What are the posts hiding? - The Italo-Albanian Bank confirms that there is no official document showing that Mr. Ylber Vrioni requested any dismissal - Interest in the declaration of Mr. Vrioni’s non-income, especially regarding the multi-year conclusion of the polyphony fund 94 - Letter to the people: Is he asking for a meeting with Mr. Vrioni before making Albania rich? with government officials, bank presidents aplenty. Structures. According to our public opinion, a large number of high-ranking posts have become objects of suspicion, as they maintain numerous links of interest. This is also evident in the case of the Minister of Finance, Mr. Ylber Vrioni, whose name is associated with the Italo-Albanian Bank. In the response sent to the editorial office, the bank confirms that there is no official document showing that Mr. Vrioni requested the dismissal of any employee. However, other questions arise regarding the conflict of interest and the declaration of assets. Particular interest is also shown in the issue of undeclared income, as well as the 94 polyphony fund, for which public clarification is being requested. In the letter published, various citizens request a meeting with Mr. Vrioni and express concern about the mixing of high state offices with banking functions. The public expects transparency and institutional accountability.

OUR PRESSURE THE SOCIALIST PARTY OF ALA- BANIA IS CAPABLE OF GOVERNING In our country, the internal political situation has seen many developments. In 1992, it happened that some of the so-called reforms of that time failed. Faced with this, the need arose for a reorganization of the political forces and for a responsible opposition. The Socialist Party of Albania has shown maturity and the ability to govern, while preserving stability and order. Under these conditions, our people expect more responsibility and less rhetoric from politics.

Financial police turn a blind eye as fuel smugglers are punished just like camel smugglers...! We do not know whether they will be decrypted or not, but every day hundreds of documents emerge talking about smuggling, customs violations and the involvement of state structures. The same people who deal with cigarettes also seem to find ground in fuel. The scandals involving customs and taxes continue to weigh on the economy, while those responsible often remain untouched. We [?] this editorial refers not only to the loss figures, but also to the lack of will to punish the guilty. (Continues on page 2)

PARALLEL “VIKU”, THE ACID AND THE “ENEMY”, PENITOLA A clash with residents without water What is happening with the water supply in the city has caused widespread dissatisfaction. Residents complain about the lack of water, while the responsible structures give different explanations. In some areas, damage to the network and irresponsible interventions have worsened the situation. Citizens are calling for immediate measures and a full investigation into the causes. (Continues on page 2)

Unusual event Plogj apparently, [?-?] has been accused of stealing electricity. It seems that a complete unmasking has taken place thanks to the documentation. The increase in such cases requires an immediate response from the institutions. (Continues on page 2)

Blooming happens, [?-?]. Now 15 days have passed that [?-?] with speed we have made [?-?] in order to [?-?] citizens. The truth lies in the fact that [?-?] the interests of [?-?] and [?-?] of our society continually [?-?]. This is not a [?-?] desirable for a state that aims at integration and the rule of law. For this reason, swift action is being requested from the relevant authorities.

LIST OF THE GOVERNMENT'S LIKES It happens in time in confirming the prime minister’s statement about [?-?]. In 1992, it happened that [?] [?-?] by presenting [?-?] the government [?-?]. As for [?-?] after this there has been [?-?] administrative intervention [?-?]. In continuing the analysis of the political and economic situation, the article turns to institutional responsibilities and the need for transparency. (Continues on page 6)

STATEMENT BY MR. NIST TE JOUTI-TI, OF THE EURO-SOCIALIST YOUTH OF ALBANIA After a scandalous speech by the independent political journalist Koha jonë, he declares: The Socialist Party of Albania, in a strong voice, protests against the ongoing outbreaks of Serbian terror against the civilian population of Kosovo and the silent annexation of its territory. We call on the governments of Western countries and on international bodies not to wait any longer. The displacement taking place around the world must be called genocide.

Clash of thousands of residents without water