During this meeting, the two appreciated the good relations between Albania and Japan and discussed the progress of economic cooperation between the two countries.

Minister Malaj thanked Ambassador Kikuko for the continued support Japan has given to our country in various areas of economic development.

“Our two countries share a fruitful cooperation in the economic field, Malaj said highlighting the support with grants and soft loans for the country’s sustainable development in priority sectors.

Albania, he continued, highly appreciates the support offered by Japan for EU membership, in the framework of cooperation initiatives in the Western Balkans, for the progress of economic and social reforms.

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