"More responsibility for European security" - President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly
The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, participated in the plenary session of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, “Dayton Challenges for EU Integration”. While speaking about the country’s Euro-Atlantic journey, the Head of State emphasized Albania’s commitment to collective defense with increased investments in this sector.
We are committed to collective defense and remain committed to sharing greater responsibilities for European security. It is a strategic imperative to improve and sustain investment in defense and security. We have increased our defense budget, are revitalizing our defense industry, and are investing in military infrastructure and strategic transport corridors to increase military mobility. Albania will continue to fulfill all obligations and contribute constructively to the Alliance's collective efforts in defense investment, support for Ukraine, strategic alignment, and regional stability.
In addition to fulfilling obligations as part of NATO, President Begaj reaffirmed Albania's position alongside the United States and the European Union.
Reflecting on the past three decades and the challenges that lie ahead, we in small countries like Albania are more convinced than ever that a sustained strategic presence of the United States, NATO, and the European Union in the Western Balkans region is essential. What we need is a clear and sustained vision to confront challenges with clarity and turn them into opportunities; to strengthen democracy, advance reforms, and accelerate Euro-Atlantic integration; and to ensure that NATO remains a decisive and effective force for peace and stability.
According to the Head of State, this vision is not only in Albania's national interest. It is a necessity for peace, democracy, the rule of law, coexistence, cooperation and a better future for all citizens living in the Western Balkans region.
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