The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, delivered today a message for the 15th anniversary of Albania’s membership in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
The full message of the President of the Republic:
“April 1, 2009 brought to life the Euro-Atlantic vision of the Albanians to be part of the most powerful political-military Alliance of our time. This membership fulfilled the long-standing aspiration of the Albanian people, returning it to its western affiliation, embodied in the philosophy of our national hero, Gjergj Kastriot, as the strategist of the first political-military alliance with the West.
Albania’s membership in NATO is one of the most important dates in our national history. Grateful to the Albanian people, the USA and allies, who made this membership possible.
In these 15 years in NATO, Albania has brought more security to the country, the region and the Euro-Atlantic space. Proud of the members of our Armed Forces, as well as Albanian girls and boys in peacekeeping missions and NATO operations, such as: Afghanistan, Iraq, Bosnia, Kosovo, Bulgaria, Latvia and the Aegean Sea.
Albania will continue to be steadfast to, together with allies, defend freedom and contribute to a world in peace.”
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