According to the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs announcement, during the meeting, Hoxha has underlined the Government’s commitment to protecting democratic freedoms, including the fundamental right to peaceful manifestation.

He has stressed that violence, vandalism and attacks on public or private property cannot be accepted as legitimate means of political expression or any other form of expression.

The importance of preserving institutional stability, respecting rule of law and guaranteeing legitimacy and proportion of all actions of public authorities has also been discussed at the meeting.

Hoxha has reconfirmed the Government’s readiness for dialogue at all times, everywhere and with anyone not involved in acts of violence.

He has described dialogue as a democratic value and the best way to overcome differences and address concerns.

Speaking of the European integration process, the minister has stressed that membership in the European Union remains a strategic national goal.

The difficult options should strengthen our resolve rather than keep us from reform, democratic standards and responsibilities stemming from our ambition to join the European Union, Hoxha has indicated.

In the end, the minister has praised the open exchange with European partners and their continued commitment to Albania for a future in the European Union. 

Source Layer: RTKLive