During the meeting, Director General and the Ambassador highlighted the historic cooperation between the State Police and the law enforcement agencies of the Republic of Turkey, as well as with the Turkish Embassy in Tirana. They also expressed their will to strengthen cooperation in combating criminal activities and capturing individuals declared wanted by the authorities.

Proda extended special thanks for the collaboration with Turkish counterparts in apprehending the most-wanted individual, Dritan Rexhepi, in Turkey, and facilitating his extradition to Albania.

Proda highlighted that, “The collaboration between the State Police and Turkey’s law enforcement agencies is built on a solid foundation, thanks to the excellent relations between our two countries. I extend my gratitude to the Turkish Police for their invaluable support to the State Police, both in logistical assistance and in the training of Albanian police officers.”

Director General stated, “The State Police is committed to enhancing cooperation by forming joint investigative teams, exchanging information, conducting joint operations, and arranging visits between the two countries to share experiences.”

The Ambassador of Turkey to Albania, Tayyar Kağan Atay, also praised the cooperation between the law enforcement agencies of the Republic of Turkey and the Albanian State Police. He assured Proda that the Turkish Embassy in Tirana is fully committed to strengthening this cooperation and providing new opportunities for Albanian police officers through the Turkish Police. /j.p/sm/