TIRANA, Aug 5 /ATA/ – President Bajram Begaj on Wednesday received the credentials of Paraguay’s non-resident ambassador, María José Argaña de Mateu, and called for closer cooperation between the two countries in areas including energy, agriculture and culture.
During the credentials ceremony and subsequent meeting, Begaj praised the friendly relations between Albania and Paraguay and expressed readiness to give new momentum to bilateral ties.
The Albanian head of state said the two countries have concrete opportunities to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including energy, agriculture, livestock farming, culture and other economic sectors. He also encouraged closer political dialogue and an increase in exchanges and visits at various levels.
Discussing developments in the Western Balkans, Begaj expressed hope that Paraguay would reconsider its position on the recognition of Kosovo, beginning with support for its membership in international organizations such as INTERPOL.
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