The Munich Security Conference remains one of the most important international forums, bringing together political leaders, security experts and representatives of global organisations to discuss current challenges and the future of the Euro-Atlantic order.

During his meetings on sidelines of the Conference, Vengu emphasised the importance of unity and coordination in collective defence and reaffirmed Albania’s commitment to actively contributing to joint missions and security initiatives.

He also participated in roundtable discussions with leaders of international defence and innovation companies to explore concrete cooperation opportunities and further development of Albania’s defence industry.

Vengu’s participation was described as an important platform to advance national interests and strengthen Albania’s role as a reliable partner in European peace and security architecture.

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In his remarks at the panel discussion on the Western Balkans, common perspective and future of global security amid challenging times as part of the Munich Security Conference, the government head recalled that Albania’s EU accession process was linked to that of North Macedonia and the two were blocked by EU member, Bulgaria.

“I hope that Albania and North Macedonia are no longer a ‘pair’ on the EU integration path. Albania’s accession was bundled with North Macedonia, when the latter was blocked by Bulgaria in an anti-European action committed by a EU member, inciting unnecessary nationalistic views,” PM Rama said.

“Both countries have already held the intergovernmental conferences and the so-called screening process, but we are no longer a couple. So, we are no longer together. The fact is that the situation in North Macedonia is caused by the EU, which is incapable of putting an end to the practice of ‘hijacking’ the countries. This means that EU still allows member countries to use their place around the EU table as leverage against the neighbouring countries. This is the most anti-European possible thing,” he stated.

PM Rama underlined that the consequences are felt in the candidate countries in the region.

“This is the flame that kindles most nationalism at a time when we have left nationalism behind and we are seeking to move forward,” PM Rama concluded.

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