Hoxha met members of the Diaspora Coordination Council in what he described as an initial but substantive discussion, setting the stage for the fourth Diaspora Summit, which runs from Monday to Wednesday.

“We agreed to open a new phase in reorganising this vital mechanism, with clear objectives for better coordination of activities and a concrete annual agenda aligned with key priorities,” Hoxha said in a social media post.

He said the government’s “Albania 2030” vision places the diaspora at the centre of efforts to promote the Albanian language, support economic and social development, foster business partnerships and enhance the country’s cultural presence abroad.

“With distinguished professionals from across the world, we have a real opportunity to strengthen ties with our roots and turn the diaspora’s potential into tangible value for Albania,” he said.

Discussions at the summit are expected to focus on the diaspora’s role in democracy and representation, its impact on economic development and innovation, and its contribution to sectors such as healthcare, education and scientific research.

Participants will also address diaspora involvement in electoral and institutional processes, increasing investment and knowledge exchange, and preserving national identity through language and culture.

Regional cooperation, including coordination between Albania, Kosovo and Albanian communities in neighbouring countries, will also be on the agenda, as part of a broader effort to develop a unified approach to diaspora engagement.

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