TIRANA, Dec 10 /ATA/ Minister of Justice Etilda Gjonaj described on Thursday the conclusions of the draft progress report of the European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee on Albania for 2019-2020 as a reflection of colossal efforts made by Albanian Government in this year like no other.
“The progress of Judicial Reform, law enforcement and fight against corruption are already realities broadly recognized by the European Parliament,” said Gjonaj.
Minister Gjonaj expressed her gratitude to the MEP Isabel Santos, Rapporteur for Albania for the clear insight, appreciation and support towards Albania on the pathway to the European Union.
The draft progress report of the European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee on Albania for 2019-2020 estimates that progress in accession process under the revised enlargement methodology depends on sustainable, deep and irreversible reforms in all key areas, especially in rule of law and the fight against corruption.
This draft also commends the steady progress made in implementing the comprehensive justice reform, based on the unprecedented process of vetting and establishment of relevant institutions and specialized bodies, enabling a tangible shift towards an accountable and independent judiciary.
The draft progress report of the European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee on Albania for 2019-2020 encourages Albania to complete the necessary steps towards re-setting the Constitutional Court to full and efficient operation, and urges all parties involved to conclude the appointment process as soon as possible.
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