The President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, has described Kosovo's non-membership in the United Nations Assembly as unfair.
He stated that the recognition of Kosovo's independence and its membership in the UN is an act of justice towards the people of Kosovo.
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"Kosovo's place in this Assembly remains unjustly empty. Recognition of Kosovo's independence, support for its membership in the United Nations and other international organizations is an act of justice towards the people of Kosovo, it is a step that further strengthens peace and security in the Western Balkans and a contribution to the stability of Europe," Begaj declared.
He also stated that, "Albania demands that the rights and freedoms of the Albanians of the Presevo Valley be respected, that they not be discriminated against, but fully integrated; that the Albanian language be used, while their culture, values, identity and traditions be protected and promoted."
He further added that Albania is a country committed to peace, international cooperation and democratic values, with a clear vision for a more just and sustainable future.
Begaj considered the UN as a universal platform for dialogue and cooperation, adding that Albania is committed to diplomatic solutions to conflicts. In this context, he condemned the Russian aggression against Ukraine and called for an end to the war in Gaza.
For Albania, the president underlined the aspiration to join the EU by 2030, as well as the reforms undertaken to digitize public services and fight corruption.
“No nation can project a good future without placing youth at the center of national strategies. Through reforms in education, digital transformation and employment, Albania is working to expand opportunities for young people to learn to innovate and participate fully in society. We believe that investing in youth is the most effective investment for peace, well-being and sustainable development. Today, we have an obligation that we, as the generation that inherited 80 years of peace and progress, be able to create the conditions for our children for a safe, peaceful, dignified, cooperative and progressive world,” he said.