Joti emphasized that the draft law enables the country’s contribution to an international security and stability mission and represents a continuation of our foreign and security policy, which supports active contributions to international peace and security.

According to him, the draft law fulfills obligations and responsibilities stemming from the country’s international partnerships and commitments.

“This engagement strengthens Albania’s international profile and supports the country’s strategic objectives in the field of security. The draft law provides for the deployment of up to 40 Armed Forces personnel to this operation. Their duties will include supporting security and stability operations, protecting mission personnel and infrastructure, supporting humanitarian operations and monitoring and reporting on the security situation in accordance with the mission’s mandate,” Joti stated. The Deputy Minister of Defence emphasized that the draft law is being proposed for review under an accelerated procedure. /p.s./

Joti stated that the purpose of the draft law is to enable Albania to contribute to an international security and stability mission established in response to the situation in the Gaza Strip.

According to him, the deployment is based on the authorization granted by the UN Security Council in November 2025 for the creation of the International Stability Force and aligns with the Republic of Albania’s commitments within the framework of the Peace Board.

The mission aims to contribute to maintaining security and stability, as well as supporting humanitarian efforts in the area of ​​operations.

The draft law provides for the participation of up to 40 personnel from the Armed Forces of the Republic of Albania in the operation. Their duties will include supporting security and stability operations, protecting mission personnel and infrastructure, supporting humanitarian operations and monitoring and reporting on the security situation, in accordance with the mission’s mandate.

Joti emphasized that the draft law entails financial implications, which will be determined on a case-by-case basis by a decision of the Council of Ministers and covered by funds allocated in the Ministry of Defence budget.

Joti stated that the initiative aims to provide Albania with the necessary legal basis to contribute to an international security operation, in alignment with the country’s strategic interests and its commitment as a partner to maintaining international peace and stability. /p.s./

Deputy Minister of Defense Enkelejd Joti said to the Committee that 4 current employees and 127 former employees benefit from these legal changes. Also, Joti informed the MPs that the Ministry of Defense is focusing on the revitalization of the military industry and for this reason it has been submitted for public consultation and the relevant law.

“Regarding the future of the combine, the Ministry of Defense has undertaken a legal initiative for the revitalization of the military factories. The initiative aims to create a state company for the production, demilitarization and trade of weapons, ammunition, equipment and military technologies, as well as defining the rules for its operation. The drafting of this law was done by the Ministry of Defense, the headquarters of the Armed Forces and the leaders of the military plants. A feasibility report from the NATO procurement agency was also evaluated. The initiative has been launched for public consultation. Through this initiative, we will have a clear approach to military enterprises”, concluded Joti.

After the discussions, the Committee for National Security gave the green light to the initiative, which is expected to be part of the agenda of the proceedings in the Assembly on Thursday./p.s./