During a press conference, Nufi said that at the recent NATO summit in Ankara, Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed that the alliance will hold its next summit in Tirana.

According to the minister, the specific dates and organizational details will be set by NATO itself. Nevertheless, hosting a summit of this scale in Albania highlights its standing as a dedicated and responsible ally, cementing its position as an anchor of stability for the region and the broader international community.

Nufi stressed that the global security landscape has fundamentally transformed. Citing the war in Ukraine, escalating regional conflicts, cyber threats, and advanced military technologies, he noted that states must completely rethink how they prepare for modern security challenges.

To meet modern security challenges, we are actively modernizing our Armed Forces, expanding strategic capabilities, and driving technological innovation to ensure robust defense and cyber readiness, said Nufi. /e.i/j.p/p.s./

The Head of State reaffirmed Albania’s support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, recovery and European integration of Ukraine.

“Albania has been unwavering in its support for Ukraine. We stand in support of your independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity within your internationally recognized borders. We also support the achievement of a comprehensive, just and sustainable peace, which abides by the Charter of the United Nations, international law and the legitimate rights of the Ukrainian people”, emphasized the Head of State.

The messages that the President of the Republic conveyed at the summit focused on promotion of cooperation for security and stability in the face of common threats; in support of the transparent and sustainable recovery and reconstruction of Ukraine as well as in advancing the European perspective of Ukraine and our region, seeing enlargement as a strategic investment for peace, stability and a common European future.

In the presence of the leaders of South-East Europe participating in the Kyiv Summit and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, President Begaj said that support for Ukraine should be followed by concrete steps.

“Our support, emphasized President Begaj, must go beyond declarations. It must be rendered into practical cooperation. This is why today’s Summit is important. It allows us to strengthen political coordination, deepen regional solidarity and identify concrete areas for joint action.”

The Summit closed with a joint declaration where the leaders reaffirmed the solidarity of the countries of South-East Europe with Ukraine and assessed its security as part of the security of all of Europe.

During the ceremonies for the Statehood Day of Ukraine, President Begaj honored the resilience of the Ukrainian people.

“On ​​this solemn day, let us also honor the courage of the Ukrainian people who continue to demonstrate extraordinary strength in the face of suffering. Their resilience is an inspiration to all those who believe in freedom and justice,” said the President of the Republic.

During his stay in Kyiv, President Begaj also held a one-on-one meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, support for Ukraine in recovery, security and economic development, as well as opportunities for new agreements.

President Begaj reaffirmed Albania’s full solidarity with Ukraine and its commitment to strengthening relations between the two countries. /p.s./

At the SEECP summit, President Bajram Begaj urged regional leaders to prioritize Western Balkan EU integration, enhanced security, and sustainable connectivity. He framed the SEECP as a powerful catalyst for regional development and an indispensable platform for realizing a shared European future.

President Begaj highlighted the focus on strategic connectivity—specifically Corridor VIII, Porto Romano, and the Adriatic-Ionian corridor. He stressed that regional cooperation must deliver tangible improvements in trade and mobility across SEECP members, affirming that “when one country moves forward, it drives stability and development for all.”

President Begaj highlighted regional cooperation as the foundation for stability and a shared European future. Confirming Albania’s commitment to this goal, he stated, “We are advancing our reform agenda and moving forward in the EU accession process, with the objective of concluding negotiations within the next year.” He reiterated that EU integration remains a top priority, supported by a SEECP consensus that the enlargement process must remain credible, predictable, and based strictly on results.

The Head of State underlined that the European perspective of the Western Balkans is essential for the stability of the entire region.

At the end of the summit, the leaders adopted the Sofia Declaration, while the SEECP Presidency officially passed to Bucharest.

The Head of State expressed his support for the upcoming Romanian SEECP Presidency, convinced that under his leadership this process will continue to bring significant results.

While in Sofia, President Bajram Begaj held a friendly meeting with Bulgarian leadership to deepen bilateral cooperation. They discussed Albania’s recent reform progress, with Bulgaria officially reaffirming its commitment to supporting Albania’s path toward EU membership.

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Rama posted the key moments of the summit, while also highlighting Albania’s commitment to this important political forum.

The prime minister emphasized that Albania’s contributions were received with high regard and serious consideration during the summit discussions.

During a time of profound geopolitical transformations, the discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between European countries, coordinating actions to improve democratic sustainability and advance economic and energy connectivity and security.

The summit was co-chaired by the President of the European Council António Costa and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan.

By participating in this summit, Albania reinforces its role as a proactive partner in European strategy, contributing directly to a more stable, secure, and united continent. /m.q/j.p/p.s./

Prime Minister Rama told reporters that the summit is another valuable venue for uniting on common goals and concerns, fostering further European integration.

Rama emphasized that, “The European Political Community summit is another opportunity to share our common ambitions and concerns”.

“This is a defining moment to advance European unity. To meet security demands, NATO must empower its European members to take the lead in their defense, cementing a more mature transatlantic partnership,” said Rama.

In answer to question on what the Union can offer to countries that want to join, PM Rama said that, “This isn’t about transactional deals for a few nations; it’s about immediate, strategic action to secure the future of the European Union itself”.

“A complete Europe is a stronger Europe; delaying integration only creates unnecessary vulnerabilities”, said Rama.

Further on, Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan received PM Rama and his delegation. /m.q/j.p/p.s./

On the sidelines of the summit, PM Rama held a meeting with Pedro Sanchez. Writing in a post in the social media, PM Rama praised the Spanish leader’s wisdom and courage, highlighting the privilege of their close friendship.

The summit focused on strengthening democratic institutions and multilateralism while addressing digital regulation to combat disinformation and fighting inequality to reinforce democracy. /m.q/j.p/p.s./

Following two days of productive discussions, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha hailed the Diaspora Summit, noting that fears of a substanceless debate on the new strategy proved unfounded.

“Our transparent and energetic collaboration is fostering sustainable, long-term action for an improved Albania 2030”, said Hoxha.

According to him, the need for a more sustainable interaction between institutions and the diaspora, through long-term programs and mechanisms, in function of the vision “Albania 2030”, was addressed during the panel.

He noted that the two-day summit concluded following intense, productive discussions that fostered a strong spirit of cooperation with the Albanian diaspora.

This was the perfect conclusion to two days of intense, engaging, and highly productive discussions, noted the Albanian chief diplomat. /j.p/p.s./

During his “Let’s Talk” podcast, Rama stated that attending will be Albanians nationals abroad, who are deeply committed to the country.

He said that the summit will start on April 13 and the focus will be on the people and their stories, which according to him are also stories of Albanian pride around the world.

According to him, the present-day Diaspora is a concrete driving force for development and direct partner of Albania and is coming to this summit for the first time after a historic involvement in the country’s political elections. /r.e/p.s./

The upcoming summit, themed ‘From Our Roots We Rise,’ will focus on fostering closer ties between the Albanian diaspora and national institutions, said Minister of State for Parliamentary Relations Erjona Ismaili.

During the three days of the event, the participants will have the opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas with senior government representatives, mayors, heads of institutions, as well as well-known personalities from various fields of life in Albania.

The discussions will center on key national development pillars, covering economic growth, rural development, language, culture, science, and technological innovation.

According to Minister Ismaili, the 4th Diaspora Summit is designed to turn ideas into action, strengthening ties with Albanians worldwide to build a sustainable future.

The summit will offer a detailed program with thematic panels where participants can choose different areas of interest, including economy, culture, art and technology.

The participants can fill out the online form to reserve their place and choose the panels that inspire them the most.

This activity is part of Albania’s efforts to promote cooperation with the Diaspora and to exploit its potential for the economic, cultural and social development of the country. /gj.m/j.p/p.s./

Attending this summit were representatives of European Union and other European countries. Spahiu emphasized in her speech that Albania, although a small country, makes a great contribution to international peace and security.

She underlined that Albania stands by Ukraine and the Ukrainian people in the face of the unjust and unprovoked aggression by Russia.

She also said that since the beginning of the conflict, Albania stands in full solidarity with Ukraine, in defense of peace, justice and the right of a people to live freely. This is a stance that reflects our values ​​as a society and as committed allies in the NATO and the European Union.

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