TIRANA, April 18 /ATA /- During the official visit to the United States, the Albanian Minister of Defense, Olta Xhaçka was received Wednesday by Secretary of Defense James Mattis, who expressed the US support for Albania in all areas.
“Albania, is our ally and will always have our support,” Mattis stated.
“Albania has shown that its geographic size is far less important than its engagement in the Alliance,” Mattis stated adding that Albania punches above its weight.
“The Western Balkans is a western-oriented region. We share and protect the same principles and values, and welcome the strengthening of our strategic partnership,” Xhaçka said.
“We invite you to kindly consider Albania as a contact point in the region. We will continue to play a constructive role in the region’s peace, security and prosperity,” Xhaçka added.
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