TIRANA, September 4 /ATA/ Albania and Finland agree to promote cooperation in areas of common interest. Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Igli Hasani received today Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Finland Elina Valtonen and after the meeting, they gave press statements.
Hasani highlighted the fact that Valtonen’s Balkan tour is an indication of Finland’s special attention for the region.
He emphasized that apart from the agreement on strengthening cooperation, the parties said that there is great potential for more trade and investment relations.
Minister Hasani also focused on the country’s EU integration process, stressing that Albania has made progress in implementation of the reform agenda.
“Finland remains an unwavering supporter in our journey towards the EU”, he said.
Hasani emphasized that during the meeting he reaffirmed Albania’s support for Ukraine’s independence and sovereignty
He also said that the upcoming Finnish Presidency of the OSCE is an opportuinity for strengthening multilateral cooperation. /p.s./
