TIRANA, Sept 16 /ATA/ Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Olta Xhaçka, unveiled on Thursday in parliament the government’s program on foreign affairs policy.
Xhaçka said in her remarks that thanks to its credibility and solidarity, the image of Albania has been completely transformed.
Regarding the accommodation of vulnerable Afghan citizens in our country, Xhaçka said that Albania asserted itself as a reliable partner of the US, EU and friendly countries all over the world.
Xhaçka added that, “in foreign policy, Albania will continue to be consolidated as a key factor for peace and stability in the region.”
She underlined that “the relationship with the strategic ally, the US, is the cornerstone of our foreign policy.”
Regarding the issue of security, Xhaçka said that, “Albania has been recognized by its partners as a security exporter beyond its size and reach.”
As to the election of Albania as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, Xhaçka said that, “we are ushering in a new and qualitative phase of strategic relations at the most important table in the world.”
Xhaçka pointed out that “development of the region will go hand in hand with European integration.”
Regarding Kosovo, Xhaçka said that “there will be uncompromising support for recognition and representation in international organizations.”
Xhaçka underlined that among the priorities for the third term are “strengthening the consular network, reforming the recruitment process in the Foreign Service and reconceptualizing the Diplomatic Academy.”
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