RESOLUTION of the Interparliamentary Council on the Nano Case The Interparliamentary Council, the 95th Conference of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, meeting in Istanbul on 15 April 1991, must make transparency and respect for the rule of law possible. Considering the charges to be politically motivated and not supported by convincing evidence, the Council expresses concern about the handling of the case and the consequences it has for political life in Albania. The resolution underlines that the proceedings brought against Mr. Fatos Nano have shown serious irregularities and that the right of defense, an impartial examination of the evidence, and respect for international standards of due process must be guaranteed. The Albanian authorities are called upon to ensure a full review of the judicial process and to take into account the opinions of international institutions. The text emphasizes that political pluralism, judicial independence, and the freedom of the opposition are fundamental elements of democracy. Any action that undermines these principles damages public trust and the country’s image. The Council also calls for obstacles to be removed to the free participation of political actors in public life and for pressure on political opponents to be avoided. The resolution calls on the competent institutions to give serious consideration to the recommendations of international bodies and to provide legal and political solutions in accordance with democratic norms. The Nano case is presented as an important test for Albanian democracy and for the state’s commitment to human rights. [Note: many parts of the text are difficult to read in the image; the transcription above is only partially legible and the content has been reconstructed with uncertainty.]