TIRANA, October 15 /ATA/ President of the Republic Bajram Begaj held today a working meeting with the Board of Directors of the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF).
The Head of State expressed to the members of the Board his appreciation for the AADF’s contribution to the development of Albania in a sustainable and long-term manner.
President Begaj particularly appreciated that the Foundation’s investments have been an example of success and long-term partnership between Albania and the United States of America in the areas where the country has had the greatest need, such as: education, culture, tourism, the banking system, insurance and infrastructure.
The Head of State also commended the latest AADF programs that aim to strengthen human capital through scholarships, professional internships and initiatives in the field of artificial intelligence for young Albanians. President Begaj also underlined the significance of these projects to reduce the brain drain, to include the academic Diaspora and to internationalize scientific research in Albania.
Focusing on cooperation in the field of cybersecurity, the Head of State mentioned the agreement between AADF, the National Authority for Cybersecurity and Protik Innovation Center, as an initiative that significantly helps in strengthening professional capacities and protecting the national digital infrastructure.
“Albania has benefited significantly from your experience, vision and partnership,” said President Begaj, adding that “AADF is a model of how cooperation between two friendly nations, Albania and the United States, can produce sustainable and innovative development.” /gj.m/a.f/r.e/p.s./
